How to Get to Terracotta Army | Best Ways to Get to Terracotta Army from Xi’an 2025

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The Terracotta Army is located in Lintong District (临潼区), Xi'an, Shaanxi, China. The Terracotta Army is located approximately 40 kilometers (25 miles) east of Xi'an city center.

Mount Huashan is approximately 150 kilometers (93 miles) southeast of the Terracotta Warriors, while Xi'an Xianyang International Airport is approximately 62 km or 38 miles, northwest of the Terracotta Warriors.

Overview: Options for Getting to Terracotta Army

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To get to Terracotta Army your starting point would be Xi'an. Here are various options to get to Terracotta Army from different starting point in Xi'an.

When choosing your options to get to Terracotta army there are factors worth your consideration. Notably, Xi'an's Metro System. It is underdeveloped for a good reason.

Fun Fact: Xi'an has been the center of China for hundreds of years; therefore, there are historical treasures buried underneath. So more often than not when they try to build metro lines there's historical relics or sites revealing themselves.

Consequently, construction often needs to be halted or rerouted to preserve these artifacts. Xi'an locals were initially frustrated by the delay but now seem to be somewhat proud of it over the years.

Although a feasible route has been found to connect Xi'an's downtown area to the Terracotta Army, you would still need to make several transfers to to get to Terracotta Army using public transportation.

Here is an overview of your options to get to Terracotta Army. Do note there are nuance to every mode of transportation. Do read on for more details and there is a insider's way to get to Terracotta Warriors at the end of the article.

Note: This sheet is based on transportation information updated in September 2024. Please note that the information listed is subject to change.

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Best Way to Get to Terracotta Army: Tour Transportation

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When you factor in language barrier when navigating your way to Terracotta Army with Chinese public transportation private transfer arranged by a tour company would be a hassle-free choice to get to Terracotta Army.

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How to Get to Terracotta Army from Downtown Xi'an: Various Bus Lines, 2 Hours or Less, From 15 RMB

If you would love to explore your way to Terracotta Army solo there are plenty of options to get to the most iconic attraction in China. Start you journey from Xi'an downtown to Terracotta Army by choosing either Metro & Bus or Direct Tourist Bus.

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Metro + Bus to Get to Terracotta Army

Start at Zhonglou Metro Station (Bell Tower, 钟楼), take Metro Line 6 or Line 9 to Huqing Pool Station(华清池), then transfer to Bus 602 or Bus 613 to the Terracotta Army Museum.

• Travel Time:About 1.5 hours
• Cost: 9-12 RMB
• Pros:Affordable with frequent departures.
• Cons:Takes longer and requires a transfer.

Direct Tourist Bus to Get to Terracotta Army

Direct buses are available online or at designated stops including: Vienna Hotel (Wild Goose Pagoda Parking Lot), Yisushe Theatre Entrance (易俗社大剧院,near Bell Tower), City Library Entrance, Sajinqiao Metro Station(洒金桥地铁站)

• Travel Time: Approximately 1 hour
• Cost: From 30 RMB
• Pros:Direct
• Cons: Potential pressure to purchase. Longer wait time. May offer tour package only and require deposit

Tips: There are various tourist bus lines that you can take to get to the Terracotta Army. Some of these lines offer tour packages that include not only transportation but also a handheld audio guide device. A deposit may be required for the device.

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How to Get to Terracotta Army From Xi'an Airport: Direct Shuttle Bus, 1.5 Hour, 188 RMB

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Although not the common choice to Get to Terracotta Army from Xi'an Xianyang International Airport(西安咸阳国际机场) might be the most straight forward way to get there as of September 2024.

There is a direct shuttle bus running from Xi'an Xianyang International Airport to Terracotta Army (Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses) covering a distance of 62 km or 38 miles.

• Travel Time: Approximately 1.5 hour
• Cost: 188 RMB
• Departures: 10, 11:00, 12:00
• Pros: Direct, comfortable vehicles
• Cons: Pricier. Only 3 morning departures

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How to Get to Terracotta Army from Xi'an Bei Railway Station (Xi'an North Station):1.5 Hour, From 30 RMB

A new Xi'an Bei to Terracotta Army bus line has been in operation since 2023. It's now relatively easy to get to the Terracotta Army.

The bus is a 9-seater MPV covering a distance of approximately 41 kilometers (25.5 miles). Travel time from Xi'an Bei to the Terracotta Army is about 40 minutes. The earliest departure is at 8:30 AM, and the latest departure is at 8:30 PM. The interval between departures is 15 minutes.

• Travel Time: Approximately 1.5 hour
• Cost: 30 RMB
• Earliest Departure: 8:30 AM
• Latest Departure: 8:30 Pm
• Interval: 15 Minutes
• Pros: Direct
• Cons: Smaller vehicle, must book in advance

Insider's Way to Get to Terracotta Army from Xi'zhan Railway Station

Xi'an North Railway Station

Terracotta Warriors Entrance

If you look at the official website of the Museum of Qin Terracotta Warriors and Horses, you'll find a transportation guide like this: You can take Metro Line 4 and transfer to Line 1 at the 'Wulukou' station, then continue to 'Fangzhicheng' station. From there, transfer within the station to Line 9 and go to 'Huaqing Pool' station. After exiting the station, transfer to the 'Lintong Tourist Bus 613' to 'Qinyong Village' or take the 'Lintong Bus 602' to the 'Terracotta Army.' That's an overwhelming number of transfers!

We at Asia Odyssey Travel would offer you a more insider's way to get to the Terracotta Army. It's a much better route to get there: Take a train from Xi'an Railway Station to Lintong Station(临潼). Hop off at Lintong and get a taxi to get to the Terracotta Army for only 10 to 15 RMB!

• Travel Time: About 50 minutes
• Earliest Train Departure: 7:16 am
• Cost: 20 to 40 RMB
• Pros: Potentially Faster
• Cons: Need to align with the train schedule.

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Transportation Tips for Getting to Terracotta Army

Choose the Right Transportation: Direct buses are pricier, trains are faster, metro and bus combination is most budget friendly but require many transfers

Plan Ahead: Terracotta Army is the most iconic attraction in China, and the world. ILock your tickets for museums and transportation's.

Be Prepared for Crowds: The way to Terracotta Army, no matter what public transportation you choose, can be crowed in weekends, holidays.

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