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Situated as it is in the center of the province, Lanzhou is the transportation hub of Gansu. Thus it is accessible by extensive road and rail links that radiate in all directions. Its five national highways include Highways 109, 212, 213, 310 and 312. It is also traversed by the Tianshui-Beidao and Xining-Lanzhou expressways. Read More>>
Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport is located approximately 75 kilometers north of the downtown area. This international airport serves more than 30 airlines connecting Lanzhou with a range of domestic and international destinations. Read More>>
Lanzhou Railway Station is located at the foot of the Gaolan Mountain in the southern downtown area. Many railway lines, including Longhai (Lianyungang-Lanzhou), Lanxin (Lanzhou, Urumqi), Lanqing (Lanzou--Qinghai) and Baolan (Baotou-Lanzhou),... Read More>>
Lanzhou is the transportation hub for Gansu Province, with Lanzhou East Bus Station and Lanzhou West Bus Station being the two largest stations. Between them they operate more than 750 buses traveling to different destinations on a daily basis. The... Read More>>
Traversed as Lanzhou is by 110 bus routes, the public bus is the most convenient mode of transportation in the city. Buses usually run from 6:00 am to 9:30 pm, and fares range from RMB 1-3 depending on the distance traveled. Visitors are advised to... Read More>>
Taxis in Lanzhou start at RMB 7 for the first three kilometers, with every additional kilometer costing RMB 1.4. Night rates increate to RMB 1.6 per additional kilometer. Read More>>
Sheepskin Raft Visitors should take the chance to experience a short trip in an ancient sheepskin raft. Visitors should negotiate the price before they board the raft. Read More>>
Foreigners who wish to rent a car in China must hold a valid Chinese driving license. Those that do not may instead consider a 'car hire', that is, a chauffeur-driven car. Read More>>
