Yiwu International Trade City
Situated on the Chouzhou Road of the ‘First City of China’ – Yiwu, in Zhejiang Province, Yiwu International Trade City (also called Futian Market) is a modern international specialty market. The market now covers an area of 346 acres following the completion of the second phase. There are five business districts including the chief market and centers for direct sales, purchasing, storage and dining.
The first phase of the Yiwu International Trade City was completed and put into use in September 2002. Goods sold in this market mainly fall into four categories: craftworks, ornaments, toys and flowers. As one of the most advanced domestic markets, it boasts up-to-date equipment and facilities including central air conditioning, large electronic information screens, electronic consultation, broadcasting system, broad band network, escalators and fire control supervision system.
In order to offer more convenience to visitors, four parking lots have been built on and under the ground. Additionally, visitors can stroll in the trade city without venturing far from their cars – cars can reach each floor in the market. Visitors enjoy a series of services including telegraphy, financial, commercial transportation and dining.
The second phase was put into use in 2005. With a total of fifteen thousand booths, this market deals with a wide range of merchandise including cultural articles, sporting goods, cosmetics, spectacles, fasteners, zippers, hardware, electronic implements, luggage, bags, clocks, watches, and rainwear.
While traveling here, visitors will find that Yiwu International Trade City is really an international world. Occasionally, you will encounter groups of businessmen speaking different languages selling goods here. Especially, in the second phase project of the trade city, there is a ‘merchant tribe’, called Korean Store, selling typical Korean clothes, exquisite Korean dishware and some electronic appliances.
Recently, Yiwu International Trade City has been nominated as the first Grade AAAA National Tourism and Shopping Zone by China National Tourism Administration. It welcomes visitors from home and abroad.
How to Travel between Shanghai and Yiwu
Flights are not available between Shanghai and Yiwu. Their distance is 280 km (174 mi), and travel by Shanghai – Yiwu high speed train is the best option. The journey takes 1.5 – 2.5 hours and a second class seat costs CNY123. Shanghai Pudong Airport has direct buses to Yiwu, taking 4.5 hours and costing CNY180. There are also buses running from Shanghai Intercity Bus Terminal or South Long-distance Bus Station to Yiwu, taking 3.5-4 hours and costing around CNY100. Reaching Yiwu by either train or coach, one can then go to the International Trade City easily by bus or taxi.
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| How to Travel between Shanghai and Yiwu |
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Best Way – Shanghai-Yiwu High Speed Train: 1.5-2.5 hours, CNY123
From Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station: about 45 bullet trains per day between 06:11 – 20:44
From Yiwu Railway Station: about 45 trains per day between 07:28 – 21:49
Ticket Fare: CNY123 for a second class seat, CNY201.5 for a first class seat, and CNY377.5 for a business class seat.
Budget Alternative – Normal Train: 3.5-4 hours, CNY46.5
From Shanghai South Railway Station: about 40 trains per day between 00:50 – 23:58
From Yiwu Railway Station: about 40 trains per day between 00:02 – 20:12
Ticket Fare: CNY46.5 for a hard seat, CNY73.5-92.5 for a hard sleeper, and CNY112.5-140.5 for a soft sleeper.
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Shanghai – Yiwu Long-distance Bus: 3.5-4 hours, about CNY100
Shanghai to Yiwu Bus: CNY96
| South Long-distance Bus Station | 08:49, 09:15, 13:23, 13:27, 14:47 |
| Intercity Bus Terminal | 07:45, 13:55 |
Yiwu to Shanghai Bus: CNY110
From Shangmaocheng Passenger Transport Center, also known as International Trade City Bus Station
Schedule: 9:20, 12:30, 14:20, 16:50
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Taxi – Not Recommended: >3 hours, CNY1,500+
It is not easy to hire a taxi to travel between Shanghai and Yiwu due to the long distance. If you still prefer a private ride by taxi, you need to reserve one in advance. Hereunder are the most reputable taxi companies in Shanghai and their hotlines:
How to Get to Yiwu from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
1. Direct airport bus: 4.5 hours, CNY180
Boarding site: Long-distance Bus Station of Pudong Airport, located at the east side of B1 floor of P1 parking lot
Schedule: 09:00, 11:30, 14:10, 17:10, 18:40
→ Travel from Yiwu to Pudong Airport: 4.5 hours, CNY120
Buses can be taken at Shangmaocheng Passenger Transport Center at 06:15, 09:30, 12:30, 14:45 and 16:30, or Yiwu Railway Station Bus Terminal at 06:40, 10:00, 13:00, 15:15 and 17:00.
2. Airport bus + high speed train: 2.5-3.5 hours, CNY153
Take Pudong Airport Bus Line 1 to get to Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station in an hour and it costs CNY30. Or take metro line 2 to from the airport to the railway station within 1.5 hours at a cost of CNY8. Then take a bullet train to Yiwu.
How to Get to Yiwu International Trade City from Shanghai
1. High Speed Train: 2.5-3.5 hours, CNY125-170
→ Take a high speed train from Hongqiao Railway Station to Yiwu: 1.5-2.5 hours, CNY123
→ City bus no. 801 or 802: 1 hour, CNY1.5; or taxi to International Trade City: 30-40 min., CNY40-50
2. Bus: 4 hours, CNY96-105
→ Take a long-distance bus from Shanghai South Bus Station to Yiwu Shangmaocheng Passenger Transport Center: 3.5-4 hours, CNY96
→ Walk to the International Trade City within 15min, or take a taxi to arrive there at a price of CNY8.