Hangzhou East Railway Station
杭州东站 · Hángzhōu Dōng · Hangzhou
By China Rail Guide Updated 2026-05-29 Details verified May 2026 against China Railway (12306)
Hangzhou East (Hangzhoudong) is the city's main high-speed station and one of the busiest in the Yangtze River Delta, with constant fast trains to Shanghai, Ningbo and Nanjing. Three metro lines connect it to West Lake and the city centre.
Getting to the station
Approximate distance and travel time from key points in Hangzhou.
| From | Distance | By taxi | By metro |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Lake | 8 km | ~20–30 min, ¥25–40 | Line 1, ~25 min |
| Wulin Square (city centre) | 6 km | ~20 min, ¥20–35 | Line 1, ~20 min |
| Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport (HGH) | 27 km | ~40 min, ¥90–120 | Line 1 + Line 7, ~50 min |
Lines & destinations
This station serves the following high-speed lines:
- Shanghai–Hangzhou HSR
- Hangzhou–Ningbo HSR
- Hangzhou–Changsha HSR
Major destinations: Shanghai, Ningbo, Nanjing, Suzhou, Huangshan.
Metro connections
- Line 1 — Direct to West Lake area and the city centre.
- Line 4 — Links to the riverside and Line 1 interchange.
- Line 6 — West toward the Asian Games park and suburbs.
Airport transfer
Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport (HGH): ~40 min by taxi, or metro Line 1 + Line 7 in ~50 min.
Facilities
- English-language ticket counters
- Passport-enabled self-service collection machines
- Left-luggage services
- Food court and convenience stores
- Accessible lifts and step-free platforms
Boarding & gates
Pass security, check the boards for your waiting hall, then scan your passport or e-ticket at the gate (检票口) ~15–20 minutes before departure. Arrive about 30 minutes early.
Station lines and destinations reflect China Railway (12306) services; access times and distances are from Amap, last verified May 2026. Metro lines, exits and travel times can change — confirm locally.