How to get to Zhouzhuang From hangzhou?

To travel from Hangzhou to Zhouzhuang, a picturesque water town located in Jiangsu Province near Shanghai, you have several transportation options. Despite the proximity of Zhejiang to Jiangsu, there is still a distance of approximately 140 kilometers between Hangzhou and Zhouzhuang. Apart from driving yourself or joining a tour group, the most convenient way to get there is by taking a combination of high-speed train and public bus. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to do it:

Step 1: From Hangzhou to Kunshan

First, you need to reach Kunshan, which is located in Jiangsu Province and serves as a transit point on your way to Zhouzhuang. To get from Hangzhou to Kunshan, you can take a high-speed train. Hangzhou East Railway Station is your starting point. There are multiple high-speed trains departing daily from Hangzhou to Kunshan, with the earliest one departing at 9:57 AM and the latest one departing at 7:12 PM. The ticket price is usually less than 100 Chinese Yuan (CNY), and the journey takes around 1.5 hours.

Step 2: From Kunshan to Zhouzhuang

Once you arrive at Kunshan, you’ll need to continue your journey to Zhouzhuang. You can take the 133 bus from Kunshan South Railway Station to reach Zhouzhuang. The bus fare is typically 2 CNY, and the journey takes about 50 minutes. While taxis are also an option for travelers, they are not only more expensive (approximately 110 CNY) but may not significantly reduce travel time. Therefore, the bus is the recommended and cost-effective choice for reaching Zhouzhuang from Kunshan.

Timetable of High-Speed Trains from Hangzhou to Kunshan