What is the cheapest way to get from Forbidden City to Yonghe Temple?

The cheapest way to get from Forbidden City to Yonghe Temple is to line 5 subway via Dongsi Station which costs ¥2 - ¥4 and takes 42 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Forbidden City to Yonghe Temple?

The fastest way to get from Forbidden City to Yonghe Temple is to taxi which takes 5 min and costs ¥30 - ¥40.

Is there a direct train between Forbidden City and Yonghe Temple?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dengshikou Station station and arriving at Yonghegong Lama Temple Station station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7 min.

How far is it from Forbidden City to Yonghe Temple?

The distance between Forbidden City and Yonghe Temple is 9 km.

How do I travel from Forbidden City to Yonghe Temple without a car?

The best way to get from Forbidden City to Yonghe Temple without a car is to bus and line 8 subway and line 2 subway which takes 38 min and costs ¥19 - ¥23.

How long does it take to get from Forbidden City to Yonghe Temple?

It takes approximately 38 min to get from Forbidden City to Yonghe Temple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forbidden City to Yonghe Temple train from?

Forbidden City to Yonghe Temple train services, operated by Beijing Subway, depart from Dengshikou Station.

Where does the Forbidden City to Yonghe Temple train arrive?

Forbidden City to Yonghe Temple train services, operated by Beijing Subway, arrive at Yonghegong Lama Temple Station.

Where can I stay near Yonghe Temple?

There are 885+ hotels available in Yonghe Temple.

Forbidden City to Yonghe Temple - 6 ways to travel via bus, and line 8 subway

There are 6 ways to get from Forbidden City to Yonghe Temple by bus, subway, taxi, or foot

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, line 8 subway, line 2 subway
best
1. Take the bus from East Gate of Forbidden City to New Dong'an Market
2. Take the subway from Jinyuhutong to Guloudajie8
3. Take the subway from Gulou Dajie Station to Yonghegong Lama Temple Station2
38 min
¥19–23
Line 5 subway
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Dengshikou Station to Yonghegong Lama Temple Station5
40 min
¥2–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Forbidden City to Yonghe Temple5.5 km
5 min
¥30–40
Walk
1. Take the foot from Forbidden City to Yonghe Temple5.6 km
1h 6m
Line 5 subway via Dongsi Station
1. Take the subway from Dongsi Station to Yonghegong Lama Temple Station5
42 min
¥2–4
Bus, line 2 subway
1. Take the bus from Beihai Park to QianmenBeijing Tourist Line 2
2. Take the subway from Qianmen Station to Yonghegong Lama Temple Station2
1h 11m
¥18–20

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 9.1 km
Duration: 38 min

What companies run services between Forbidden City, China and Yonghe Temple, China?

Beijing Subway operates a subway from Dengshikou Station to Yonghegong Lama Temple Station every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥2–4 and the journey takes 7 min.

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