China travel answer · Transport
How do I avoid going to the wrong train station in China?
Reviewed 2026-09-19 · Conditions and policies can change
Direct answer
Check the complete station name on the ticket, including its direction word such as North, South, East or West. Large Chinese cities often have several stations that are far apart.
What to know
- ●Match the Chinese station name on your ticket with the name shown in the taxi or navigation app.
- ●Do not assume that the station bearing the city name is the station used by your train.
- ●Recheck the departure station before leaving the hotel and allow time for security and passport checks.
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