Written by Ivy Dong |
As one of the cultural landmarks of Xiāan, the Terracotta Army, located in Lintong District, Xiāan, is an important part of the Emperor Qin Shi Huangās Mausoleum Site Museum. This cultural icon records the unparalleled elegance of the city through the ages, carrying a continuous historical and cultural legacy. It is a must-visit place for every travelerās Xiāan tour.
How to get to the Terracotta Army? Here are some routes for your reference.
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- Get to Terracotta Warriors from Xiāan Xianyang International Airport
- Get to Terracotta Warriors from Xiāan North Station
- Get to Terracotta Army from Xiāan Railway Station
- Get to the Terracotta Army from Xian City Center
- Tips for Taking Public Transport to the Terracotta Warriors Museum
- How to Plan a Trip to Terracotta Warriors
- FAQs about Transportation to Terracotta Warriors
- Join China Xian Tour for an in-depth Exploration of the Terracotta Army
Get to Terracotta Warriors from Xiāan Xianyang International Airport
Xiāan transportationĀ system offers several options to get to Terracotta Warriors from the airport.
By Airport Shuttle Bus
The Airport Shuttle Bus Lintong Line can transport you to the Terracotta Warriors directly. The bus departs at the long-distance bus passenger station in the building opposite to T3 terminal exit 314. You can also buy the ticket at the bus station directly. This journey takes about 1.5 hours and costs CNY 45 per person. The bus operates from 09:30 – 21:00 with an interval of 45 minutes – 1.5 hours.
By Subway + Direct Bus
Another choice is to take the subway line 14 to Xian North Train Station first, then leave from exit D and walk westward for about 250 meters to the bus station. Here, you can take the direct bus to the Terracotta Warriors, which departs every 15 minutes. This way takes about 2.5 hours and costs a total of CNY 36.
By Taxi/Ride-hailing
Taxi/ride-hailing is the fastest way. With a distance of about 65km, the taxi takes only about 1 hour. The cost is about CNY 100.
Planning a layover tour to the Terracotta Army from Xiāan Xianyang International Airport, and wondering how much time you should allocate?Ā Taking the time for a round-trip transportation and sightseeing, at least 7 hours is required.
Get to Terracotta Warriors from Xiāan North Station
From Xian North Station, you can take the direct bus near the metro station exit D as above. Only about 1.5 hours is needed to arrive there. And the ticket price is CNY 30. Taking a taxi directly requires about 45 minutes and CNY 60.
Get to Terracotta Army from Xiāan Railway Station
Take subway Line 4, transfer to Line 1, then Line 9, get off at “Huaqing Pool” station. Then take the Terracotta Warriors sightseeing bus No. 5 (306), No. 602, No. 613 to reach the museum. Or you may take train C178 or C8196 for around 17 minutes to reach Lintong Railway Station. Get off at Bingmayong Gangwan, and then walk for 3 minutes to arrive at the Terracotta Warriors Museum.
Itās highly recommended that you take a Xiāan taxi, which saves you from the trivial transportation troubles. If driving, set your car navigation to Emperor Qinās Mausoleum Museum. There are many parking lots near the Terracotta Army. The parking fee for the internal parking lot of the scenic area is 20 yuan with no time limit, and surrounding parking is 10 yuan. Some accommodation spots offer free parking.
Get to the Terracotta Army from Xian City Center
How long does it take to reach the Terracotta Army from downtown Xiāan? It depends on the transportation means you choose. In general, about 1 ā 2 hours is needed.
By Direct Bus
At the east gate of Yisu Theater on the east of Bell Tower, the official direct bus will escort the tourists to Terracotta Warriors directly. At the north square of the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, you can take the tourism direct bus. A single trip costs CNY 25 and takes about 1 hour.
By Subway + Bus
This way is most economical but requires transfer for 2 – 3 times. Metro line 9 is the only line to Lintong District, so all the tourists need to transfer to this line from your position first. Then get off at Huaqingchi Station and leave from exit C. Finally, get there by bus line 602 or 613.
Tips for Taking Public Transport to the Terracotta Warriors Museum
How to get to the Xi’an Terracotta Army by subway?
Take the Xi’an Metro Line 9 and get off at Huagqingchi Station (Exit C). Then transfer to Route 613 to reach the Terracotta Army.
The specific route is:
Line 9, towards Qinyingxi direction – Exit C of Huaqingchi Metro Station – Walk 197 meters to Huaqingchi Bus Station – Take Lintong No. 613 bus – Get off at the Terracotta Army Bus Station – Walk 170 meters to arrive.
Are licensed taxis readily available outside the Terracotta Army museum for the return trip?Ā Of course, at the designated parking lot, there are licensed taxis.
Usually, the morning rush hour in Xi’an occurs from 7 to 8 o’clock.Ā After 8 o’clock, take public transportation to visit the Terracotta Army. There will be fewer people at that time.
How to Plan a Trip to Terracotta Warriors
The Terracotta Army site is not located within the urban area of Xiāan, and it takes about 1.5 hours by car from the city center. It is recommended to allocate 2-3 hours for your visit. Adjacent to the Terracotta Army is the famous Huaqing PalaceĀ scenic area, so a typical itinerary suggests allocating a full day, with half a day for visiting the Terracotta Army and the other half for Huaqing Palace. Book your TerracottaĀ Army ticketsĀ in advance before coming. Bring your ID card with you on the day of the visit, and wear comfortable clothes and shoes.
Join China Xian Tour for an in-depth Exploration of the Terracotta Army
To have an unforgettable tour in Terracotta Army, joining a tour group will be a reliable choice. One reason is that we can arrange a driver for you so that you do not need to worry about the transportation. Another reason is that our guide can give you detailed explanations for each pit, including the history you do not know and the details you will not notice during a solo trip. You will not feel like merely watching some clay figures and bronze chariots. Besides, our tailored trip can also meet all your other needs. So do not hesitate to contact China Xian Tour.
