Transport from Hangzhou to Wuzhen

Question

Hello, may I check if it is easy to travel by public transport to go to Wuzhen from Hangzhou? (Train + bus) How long will journey takes?

Answer

Traveling from Hangzhou to Wuzhen by public transport is quite feasible, though it requires a combination of train and bus services. Wuzhen is a famous water town in Zhejiang Province, about 130 km from Hangzhou.

Option 1: Train + Bus

There is no direct train from Hangzhou to Wuzhen. The most common method is to take a high-speed train from Hangzhou to Tongxiang Station, which is the nearest train station to Wuzhen.

Take a high-speed train from Hangzhou East Railway Station to Tongxiang Railway Station. The journey takes approximately 40–50 minutes.
From Tongxiang Station, take a local bus or taxi to Wuzhen Water Town. The bus ride takes around 20–30 minutes. Taxis are quicker and cost slightly more, roughly 50–80 CNY depending on traffic.

Option 2: Direct Bus

There are direct long-distance buses from Hangzhou’s city bus stations (such as Hangzhou South Bus Station) to Wuzhen. The journey takes around 1.5 to 2 hours depending on traffic.
Tickets are inexpensive, generally 20–30 CNY per person, but buses may be less frequent than trains, especially on weekdays.

Tips:

Check the train schedule online or at Hangzhou East Station, as there are frequent departures to Tongxiang throughout the day.
Buy your bus tickets to Wuzhen in advance during weekends or holidays, as it can get busy.
If you prefer convenience and minimal transfers, hiring a taxi or private car directly from Hangzhou to Wuzhen is also possible. It takes roughly 1.5 hours depending on traffic.

In summary, the fastest route is train to Tongxiang plus a short bus or taxi ride, totaling about 1–1.5 hours. Direct buses are slightly slower but simpler in terms of transfers.

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