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Ningbo, Transportation
There are many different coloured taxis operating in Ningbo. With the possible exception of the red taxis, most are reasonable and clean. For most travel within the city the taxi fare should cost around 8 to 10 yuan (RMB). Generally speaking, taxis are very convenient so long as you are able to tell the driver where you wish to go. With oil prices causing headaches around the world, there is now a 1 RMB surcharge with the 8 RMB flagfall.
Like most of China, buses travel in and out of Ningbo from just about anywhere. A word of warning however! If you are a big person (tall or solid) you may wish to re-think a long bus trip, particularly a sleeper coach, as they are not made for big people. If you fit this category and need to travel a long distance, I highly recommend considering the train.
There are four major bus stations in Ningbo, North, South, East and Central. There is also a West bus station, but it is seldom used.
Like most Chinese cities, there are a multitude of local buses to take you around town. There are too many local buses to list here, but some general comments are useful. The local buses are generally in good order and repair, but tend to be very crowded at peak times.
You need to be careful of your possessions when riding on a crowded bus. There are plenty of experienced pickpockets around, eager to relieve you of your phone or wallet.
As mentioned in the introduction, there are regular flights to and from Ningbo from all of China’s major cities. The airport (Ningbo Lishe Guoji Jichang, 宁波栎社国际机场) has its own website, but unfortunately it is only in Chinese.
For information dial (0) 574 87427888. If dialing from abroad dial 86 first and drop the first zero. The staff can usually speak English at airports in China.
Ningbo only has one passenger train station. It is located opposite the south bus station. Trains take passengers to destinations throughout China. There is an express train from Ningbo to Shanghai (3.5 hours) as well as a slow train (5.5 hours). Soft seat booking is 84-88 RMB one way.
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Buses
Like most Chinese cities, there are a multitude of local buses to take you around town. There are too many local buses to list here, but some general comments are useful. The local buses are generally in good order and repair but tend to be very crowded in peak times.
You need to be careful of your possessions when travelling on a crowded bus, there are plenty of experienced pickpockets around, eager to relieve you of your phone or wallet.
Of course, like everywhere in China, bicycles are available for purchase or hire. However, if you are a novice to Chinese roads, then you may want to rethink this option. You not only have to be careful of vehicular traffic, but you must also be on constant watch for other cyclists who seem to believe you do not exist.
Walking is a good way to move around Ningbo, particularly within any of the downtown districts. Ningbo can be a relaxing place for a stroll, especially along the many waterways winding through town. It is also not far to walk between the three main districts for shopping or sightseeing.
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