By Plane

Wuxi Airport (WUX)

Name: Sunan Shuofang International Airport

Distance to city: 15 km from city center

To city center: Airport shuttle bus (¥15, 30 min), taxi (¥40-60, 20 min)

Direct Flights From

Beijing

2h Daily

Guangzhou

2h Daily

Shenzhen

2.5h Daily

Tip: Wuxi Airport serves Wuxi and nearby Suzhou. High-speed train from Shanghai takes only 27 minutes - often faster than flying. Many travelers fly to Shanghai then take train to Wuxi.

By High-Speed Train

Wuxi East Railway Station

Location: High-speed rail station, 10 km from city center

Metro connects to city center and Taihu Lake scenic areas.

Popular Routes

From	Duration	Price	Notes
Shanghai	27min-1h	¥35-60	✅ Verified: 227 G-trains daily, fastest 27 minutes! Like a metro ride!
Suzhou	15-20min	¥25-40	Super close! Perfect for visiting both cities' gardens
Nanjing	1h-1.5h	¥90-150	Convenient connection
Beijing	4.5-6h	¥500-800	On Beijing-Shanghai high-speed line

Tip: ✅ Data verified via 12306 on 2026-05-26. IMPORTANT: Shanghai-Wuxi is incredibly fast with 227 daily G-trains! Fastest takes only 27 minutes - faster than Shanghai metro to some suburbs! Wuxi is perfectly positioned between Shanghai and Nanjing on the high-speed line.

By Long-Distance Bus

Wuxi Long-distance Bus Station

Location: City center

Routes: Routes to Shanghai, Suzhou, nearby cities

Tip: Bus to Shanghai: 2h, ¥50. Train is much faster (27 min). Bus useful for smaller towns without rail connections.

By Car

From Shanghai

Distance: 140 km

Duration: 1.5h

Route: G42 Hurong Expressway

From Suzhou

Distance: 50 km

Duration: 45min

Route: G2 Jinghu Expressway

From Nanjing

Distance: 180 km

Duration: 2h

Route: G42 Hurong Expressway

Parking: Parking at Taihu Lake scenic areas (¥10-20). City center parking available.

Getting Around Wuxi

Public Transport

Metro connects major areas (¥2-7). Bus to Taihu Lake scenic areas. Tourist buses available.

Taxi & Ride-Hailing

Taxis affordable (starting ¥8, ¥2/km). Didi app works. Taxi to Taihu Lake ¥30-50.

Bike Rental

Bike rental available. Good for lakeside areas and old town exploration.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the fastest way to get to Wuxi from Shanghai?

✅ Verified: High-speed train is incredibly fast - 227 daily G-trains, fastest takes only 27 minutes! Tickets ¥35-60. Faster than Shanghai Metro to some suburbs. Trains run every few minutes.

Can I visit Wuxi as a day trip from Shanghai?

YES! Shanghai-Wuxi is only 27 min by high-speed train. Many travelers do Shanghai → Wuxi (morning, see Taihu Lake and Three Kingdoms Park) → Suzhou (afternoon, gardens) → Shanghai (evening). Or spend 1 night for more relaxed pace.

What makes Wuxi special?

Wuxi is famous for: (1) Taihu Lake - one of China's most famous lakes, scenic beauty; (2) Three Kingdoms Park - filming location for TV drama, themed park; (3) Yuantouzhu (Turtle Head Isle) - Taihu Lake's best viewpoint; (4) Lingshan Grand Buddha - 88m bronze Buddha; (5) Wuxi pork ribs and local cuisine.

Can I visit Wuxi and Suzhou together?

YES! Wuxi-Suzhou is only 15-20 min by high-speed train! Perfect combo: Wuxi for Taihu Lake and Three Kingdoms Park, Suzhou for UNESCO gardens. Many travelers do Shanghai-Wuxi-Suzhou day trip or 2-day trip. The high-speed train makes it very easy.

How long should I spend in Wuxi?

Day trip from Shanghai is sufficient: Taihu Lake viewpoint + Three Kingdoms Park or Lingshan Buddha. 2 days allows: Taihu Lake area + Lingshan Buddha + old town + local food. Wuxi is perfect Shanghai day trip or combined with Suzhou.

What is the best way to see Taihu Lake?

Yuantouzhu (Turtle Head Isle) is the classic viewpoint - 30 min from city center by bus/taxi. Take boat ride on the lake (¥50-100). Best times: sunrise, sunset, or spring cherry blossoms. Three Kingdoms Park offers another scenic lakeside experience with entertainment.