How to Get to Mutianyu Great Wall: By Train, Bus and Taxi 2024
Mutianyu Great Wall (慕田峪长城), stretching for over 5400m long, is regarded as the "essence of the Great Wall of Ming Dynasty". It's located in the north suburban of Beijing, Huairou District, 75km away from the city center (2h by car). This great wall, linking Gubeikou (古北口) in the east and Juyongguan (居庸关) in the west, was served as the vital strategic military point from the ancient time. Moreover, Mutianyu section is the "longest great wall in China" so far and since protection work is well done here, tourists can now see its original appearance and enjoy the real ancient culture of the great wall. Also, the spectacular natural scenery in Mutianyu Great Wall always impresses visitors here for its abundant vegetation.
Location: Bohai Town, Huairou District, Beijing, China北京市怀柔区渤海镇慕田峪村
Mutianyu Location Map (click to enlarge)
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Tourist Buses to Mutianyu Great Wall
Direct Shuttle Buses
For a convenient public transportation option, you can take a direct shuttle bus to the Mutianyu Great Wall from the Beijing Tourist Distribution Center (北京旅游集散中心) located in Qianmen. The round-trip fare is CNY 80 per person, and the bus travels directly to Mutianyu without any intermediate stops. Buses run from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM, departing when full, with a frequency of about every 15 minutes during peak season and 30 minutes in the off-season.
In addition to the Qianmen departure point, buses are also available from other locations, including Shaoyaoju Metro Station (芍药居地铁站), Dongzhimen Public Transport Hub (东直门交通枢纽站), Dongzhimen Transfer Hub (东直门交通枢纽站), and Chaoyang Railway Station (朝阳高铁站). Depending on your hotel location, one of these may be more convenient for you.
Return buses operate from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM, traveling from Mutianyu back to the Qianmen Tourist Center. You can also get off at stops such as Shaoyaoju Metro Station and Olympic Park for added convenience.
Direct Shuttle Bus to Mutianyu Great Wall
Reservation: To reserve tickets, follow the WeChat account “前门旅游集散中心” (only available in Chinese).
Note: The above information is subject to change and is for reference only. Typically, buses may depart a bit later during the colder months (late November to April).
Mubus to Mutianyu Great Wall
Another option is the Mubus service, which operates direct buses from Dongzhimen Metro Station to the Mutianyu Great Wall. There are two daily departures, at 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM, with a round-trip fare of CNY 80 and a single-trip fare of CNY 40. These buses also travel directly to Mutianyu, with no stops along the way. The buses are marked with “北汽集团”.
Reservation: To book a seat, follow the WeChat account "慕巴士" or visit www.beijingmubus.cn (only available in Chinese).
Buses to Mutianyu Great Wall
Bus 916 to Mutianyu
Bus 916 is the most common bus taken by tourists to the Mutianyu Great Wall from downtown Beijing. It can not take you directly to the scenic area. You are recommended to get on the bus at Dongzhimen Wai Bus Station (东直门外站). Please note there are normal bus 916 and 916快 (it means bus 916 express), and the later one runs on the highway to Mutianyu and it is much faster than the normal bus 916. After getting on the bus 916 or 916 express, you will pass over 10 stops and finally get off at Huairou North Rd (Pinyin: Huairou Beidajie 怀柔北大街), then you need walk across the street and go straight for about 500 meters to find Huairou North Rd Stop on the other side of the road where you can take Bus h23/36/50/24/35 to Mutianyu Roundabout (Pinyin: Mutianyu Huandao 慕田峪环岛). It is the nearest stop to the scenic area within only 200 meters.
Bus 867 to Mutianyu
Bus 867 is a nonstop bus from Dongzhimen Wai Bus Station (东直门外站) to Mutianyu, departing from 7am with 2.5 hours' duration. The bus from Mutianyu to Dongzhimen Wai Bus Station (东直门外站) departs from 2pm and the last one will leave by 5pm. The bus fee for one-way trip is about CNY 16. Though Bus 867 is quite convenient, it only opens during the peak season (April to the mid-November).
Dongzhimen Wai Bus Station (东直门外站)
Dongzhimen Wai Bus Station is located to the Metro Line 2 Dongzhimen Stop, Exit B and you need walk around 5 to 10 mins to get to the corner of Xiang He Yuan S Street (香河园南街) and Dongzhimen Wai Xie Jie (东直门外斜街), and Bus stop is outdoor there.
Train to Mutianyu Great Wall
Since there is no direct train from downtown Beijing to Mutianyu, passengers can take a train from Beijing North Railway Station to Huairou North Station. From there, it's easy to grab a taxi or take a bus to the Mutianyu Great Wall Scenic Area. The train ride takes approximately 1.5 hours. There are three daily trains departing in the morning (around 6:00 AM, 7:00 AM, and 10:00 AM), giving you plenty of time to explore the scenic area. For your return journey, there are three trains back to Beijing North Railway Station in the afternoon, departing at around 4:30 PM, 6:30 PM, and 6:50 PM, allowing you to choose a convenient time after your sightseeing.
Where to take a train
Beijing Railway North Station 北京北站 Pinyin: Beijing Bei Zhan
● Address: 1 Beinghe Rd, Xizhimen Beida Street North, Xicheng District, Beijing 北京市西城区西直门北大街北滨河路1号
Huairou Railway North Station 怀柔北站 Pinyin: Huairou Bei Zhan
● Address: Huaibei Town, Huairou District, Beijing 北京市怀柔区怀北镇
Huairou Railway North Station to Mutianyu Great Wall
It's about 25 from Huairou Railway North Station to Mutianyu (40 mins by car). You can take a Mutianyu Shuttle Bus (about 1 hr) or take a taxi to the scenic area of Mutianyu Great Wall
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Taxi to Mutianyu Great Wall
The taxi fare from Beijing Capital International Airport to Mutianyu typically exceeds CNY 200, depending on traffic conditions. If you're traveling from down town Beijing or Beijing Daxing Airport, the journey takes longer, resulting in a higher fare. It's important to note that most taxi drivers are reluctant to take passengers on a one-way trip to Mutianyu because of the long distance and time commitment. Instead, many drivers prefer to offer round-trip services. If you do want a one-way ride, you may need to negotiate the fare, and it could end up being quite expensive. Alternatively, hiring a driver for the day can be a convenient option, especially if you plan to return to Beijing afterward, as it often offers more flexibility.
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Thank you for your question. I’ve just confirmed with the transportation company, and it turns out that the bus to Mutianyu must be reserved in advance, especially if you're planning to depart from Shaoyaoju, as fewer passengers typically choose this station. The number of buses is arranged based on ticket bookings, and all buses from Shaoyaoju depart at 9:30 AM.
However, you may have better luck purchasing a ticket at Qianmen, where more buses depart, and there may still be available seats.
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