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Airport → railway station

Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) to Beijing South railway station

There is no direct rail link between PEK and Beijing South — but there is a direct bus, which is the easiest option with luggage.

In short

The simplest option is the Airport Bus Beijing South line: ¥20–30, running 06:00–02:00, boarding at T3 level 1 inside Gate 1. For speed, take the Airport Express (¥25, 25 min) to Sanyuanqiao, then metro Line 10 and Line 14 to Beijing South. Taxis run 24 hours.

Direct rail
None
Airport bus fare
¥20–30
Bus operating window
06:00–02:00
Airport Express
25 min, ¥25
Taxi
Metered, 24 hours

The options compared

WayTimeFareGood for
Airport bus (Beijing South line)—¥20–30Direct, good with luggage
Airport Express + metro—¥25 + 地铁票价Not affected by traffic
Taxi—MeteredIn a rush / late arrivals

How to take each option

Airport Bus Beijing South line

Fare ¥20–30First 06:00Last 02:00
  1. At T3 go to the city bus waiting area inside Gate 1 on level 1; at T2, outside Gate 11 on level 1.
  2. Buy a ticket at the counter and say Beijing South railway station.
  3. The line terminates at Beijing South, calling at Sanyuanqiao South, Shuangjing, Shilihe and Fangzhuang.

Fares are zoned, so the price depends on where you get off; bags go in the luggage hold under the coach.

Airport Express + metro Lines 10 and 14

Fare ¥25 + metro fare
  1. Take the Airport Express to Sanyuanqiao (25 min, ¥25).
  2. Change to metro Line 10.
  3. Change to Line 14 and alight at Beijing South Railway Station.

Two changes plus station walks — tiring with heavy luggage, so take the bus instead in that case.

Taxi

Fare Metered
  1. At T3 follow the signs to the B1 taxi rank; at T2, the middle lane outside Gates 5–9 on level 1.
  2. Say Beijing South Railway Station, and show it written in Chinese.
  3. Pay by the meter; between 23:00 and 05:00 the per-km rate is 20% higher.

Late-night and early-morning arrivals

The last Airport Express leaves at 22:52; after that take the Beijing South bus line, which runs until 02:00. Later than that, taxis run 24 hours.

Questions travellers ask

What is the fastest way from PEK to Beijing South?

There is no direct rail link; the usual route is Airport Express to Sanyuanqiao, then Lines 10 and 14. Time depends on the changes and station walks.

Is there a direct train to Beijing South?

No — PEK has no high-speed rail of its own, so you change to the metro or take a bus.

How much is the airport bus to Beijing South?

¥20–30, on a zoned fare scale.

What time is the last bus?

The Beijing South line runs until 02:00.

Which option is best with heavy luggage?

The airport bus or a taxi — the metro route needs two changes and station walks.

Can I still make a train after a late flight?

The Beijing South bus runs until 02:00, and taxis run 24 hours (metered, +20% between 23:00 and 05:00).

Do I need Beijing South or Beijing West?

Beijing South is the hub for G-trains on the Beijing–Shanghai corridor (Shanghai, Nanjing, Hangzhou); Beijing West handles most trains towards Xi’an, Guangzhou and Chengdu. Check the station name on your ticket first — the two are on opposite sides of the city.

How early should I leave the airport?

Aim to reach Beijing South at least 60 minutes before departure for security, ticket collection and finding the platform — add more at rush hour or if you land late.

Can I buy a high-speed rail ticket at the airport?

PEK has no high-speed rail station, so book your onward train online in advance and collect it at the station.

Now find your train

Trains from Beijing South can be searched and booked here

Beijing South → Shanghai HongqiaoBeijing South → Nanjing SouthBeijing South → Xi’an North

Fares and times verified 2026-10-31