City, China
Getting around Chongqing
How to get around Chongqing
The metro handles hills best, and includes the famous Line 2 monorail through apartment blocks. Use DiDi for hotpot and late nights; high-speed trains link to Chengdu in about 1.5 h.
Ways to get around Chongqing
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Chongqing Rail Transit | 2–8 CNY by distance | Use Alipay QR; Line 2 monorail passes through Liziba station |
| DiDi | About 13–25 CNY for 5 km | Fare can rise with hills and bridges |
| Yangtze River cable car | About 20–30 CNY | Crosses the river near Hongyadong |
| Yangtze cruises | From about 100 CNY | Night boat on the river for views |
Ride-hailing apps in Chongqing
A 5 km ride costs about ¥13–25 ($1.9–3.7).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| DiDi | Dominant; pay via Alipay |
- Use DiDi or metered taxis; hills confuse maps, so share your pin. Avoid touts at stations.
Arriving in Chongqing
Chongqing Jiangbei (CKG)
Metro Lines 3, 10 and airport links reach Jiefangbei for about 6–9 CNY in 50–70 min; taxi or DiDi 70–110 CNY, 40 min.
Driving and onward travel
- Driving: on the right. IDPs aren't recognised. Visitors need a temporary Chinese driving permit (up to 90 days) or a Chinese licence.
- Onward travel in China: High-speed trains link nearly every big city, often faster than flying; book with a passport on 12306 or Trip.com. Cheap domestic flights and sleeper trains cover long distances.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Chongqing?
No. Use DiDi instead.
What's the best way to get around Chongqing?
The metro handles hills best, and includes the famous Line 2 monorail through apartment blocks. Use DiDi for hotpot and late nights; high-speed trains link to Chengdu in about 1.5 h.
How do I get from the airport to Chongqing?
Metro Lines 3, 10 and airport links reach Jiefangbei for about 6–9 CNY in 50–70 min; taxi or DiDi 70–110 CNY, 40 min.
Is Chongqing walkable?
You'll need transport.
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Sources
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