Taxi in Taiyuan
GetTransfer operations in Taiyuan GetTransfer connects travellers with vetted drivers and a range of vehicles for rides across Taiyuan, Shanxi, China. You can book an exact car and select a driver profile before arrival, avoiding the uncertainty of hailing a cab at odd hours. Prices and estimated travel times appear up front so you know the fare and can compare options at a glance. The platform blends an app-like booking flow with personal service from local companies and private drivers.
Getting around Taiyuan
There are several ways to move around Taiyuan, each with pros and cons when compared with GetTransfer.
Public Transport in Taiyuan
Public buses and the Taiyuan Metro cover central routes with low fares, typically around CNY 2–4 for a trip within the city. Trains and buses can be crowded during rush hour and schedules sometimes change, making them less flexible if you carry luggage. For tourists unfamiliar with routes and stops, language and route maps can be a barrier, and direct connections to some attractions or suburbs are limited. With GetTransfer you skip transfers and wait times, paying a clear price for a door-to-door ride.
Car Rentals in Taiyuan
Renting a car gives freedom to explore the wider Shanxi region and costs vary from about CNY 200 per day for an economy vehicle to CNY 500+ for larger or premium cars. Drivers must handle unfamiliar roads, parking, and local traffic rules, and fuel plus insurance add to the final bill. For short trips or one-way rides a rental can be expensive compared with hiring a driver through GetTransfer, where fares are quoted for exact routes and you do not worry about navigation or parking.
Taxi in Taiyuan
Local metered taxis remain a common choice in Taiyuan, with initial fares around CNY 10–13 and additional per-kilometre charges depending on time of day. Hailing a cab on the street can result in waiting, refusals for longer trips, and sudden surcharges during peak demand. GetTransfer essentially provides taxi services in Taiyuan but with clearer terms: you can book in advance, choose private or seater vehicles, and inspect driver licenses and company reviews. The platform reduces the risk of surprise price hikes, allows airport pickups with flight monitoring, and supports fixed fares for popular routes such as the airport, making it a better alternative to random street cabs. Drivers on GetTransfer often work with professional companies or as private chauffeurs, and you can pick options from cheap to limousine-class depending on your needs.
Transfers from Taiyuan
Traditional taxis may hesitate to leave Taiyuan city limits, but with GetTransfer you can arrange virtually any route because carriers in the system accept short and long journeys alike. Our inventory includes private drivers and company fleets prepared for out-of-town assignments.
Nearby rides from Taiyuan
Short rides to suburbs and nearby towns are straightforward: many drivers accept hour-based bookings or short one-way trips to places like Jinyuan or Xiaodian. Prices are quoted precisely on booking pages so you know how much a ride will cost, and drivers often include waiting time and straightforward fare breakdowns.
Long-distance transfers from Taiyuan
Intercity transfers to destinations such as Datong, Tai’an, or provincial attractions are available with options for seater cars, minibuses, or private limousines. Long-distance fares appear in advance and drivers familiar with highway routes handle navigation and rest stops, so you get predictable travel time and a clear price rather than guessing with local taxis.
We maintain a large database of professional drivers whose accounts undergo verification, which helps guarantee reliable service whether the trip stays inside Taiyuan or continues beyond.
Scenic Views Along Routes
Travelling by car around Taiyuan reveals a blend of industrial heritage and Shanxi’s softer landscapes: red-brick factory districts give way to rolling loess hills and terraced fields as you head north or west. From the elevated roads you can glimpse temples and pagodas perched on hilltops, while river valleys provide pockets of green and traditional villages. Routes toward the Taihang Mountains bring dramatic cliffs and winding passes, and evening drives showcase city lights against the silhouette of distant peaks. A relaxed driver and a comfortable seat let you soak up these scenes rather than keep your eyes on directions.
Points of Interest
Each of these destinations lies between roughly 30 km and 150 km from Taiyuan and makes a rewarding day trip.
- Wutai Mountain — 150 km, ETA about 2.5–3 hours, one-way GetTransfer price estimate around CNY 600–900 depending on vehicle.
- Pingyao Ancient City — 90 km, ETA about 1.5–2 hours, one-way GetTransfer price estimate around CNY 300–500.
- Jinci Temple (near Taiyuan) — 35 km, ETA about 45 minutes, one-way GetTransfer price estimate around CNY 120–200.
- Hunyuan and Hukou Gorge region — 140 km, ETA about 2.5–3 hours, one-way GetTransfer price estimate around CNY 550–800.
- Datong Yungang Grottoes area — roughly 150 km, ETA about 3 hours, one-way GetTransfer price estimate around CNY 650–950.
Recommended Restaurants
These highly rated restaurants lie within 30–150 km and offer distinct regional cuisine and atmosphere, each paired with an approximate GetTransfer one-way fare.
- Shanxi Folk Restaurant (near Taiyuan) — rating 4.5/5, distance 40 km, ETA 50 minutes, one-way GetTransfer price around CNY 140–220.
- Pingyao Old Town Noodle House — rating 4.3/5, distance 90 km, ETA 1.5–2 hours, one-way GetTransfer price around CNY 320–480.
- Mountain View Lodge Dining — rating 4.4/5, distance 120 km, ETA about 2–2.5 hours, one-way GetTransfer price around CNY 420–650.
- Riverside Pavilion — rating 4.2/5, distance 80 km, ETA about 1.5 hours, one-way GetTransfer price around CNY 280–420.
- Datong Specialty Kitchen — rating 4.6/5, distance 150 km, ETA about 3 hours, one-way GetTransfer price around CNY 700–1000.
Book Taxi in Taiyuan in Advance!
Make your plans simple and exact by choosing a driver, car class, and fare in advance through the platform; that certainty beats waving down an unknown cab.