Where are you in your trip?

Pick a stage — we'll take you straight to what you need.

Before you go Visa & 240h transit, when to go, Alipay & WeChat, eSIM, the apps you'll need. I've landed Get online, pay for things, move around — the first-day essentials. Browse by city Friction-first guides: what to sort, what's worth it, what to skip.

Written and checked by Jiang, based in Beijing Dated and re-checked, not spun New routes & guides monthly

Tools

Three tools, that's the whole set

Visa, budget, and the rail network — nothing you have to sign up for.

Visa checker

Your passport and plan in, an answer out: visa-free, 240-hour transit, or apply.

High-speed rail map

The network at a glance — which cities connect, and roughly how long it takes.

Cost calculator

Rough daily budget by cities, nights and travel style — trains and flights included.

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About this site & how it's funded Sep 2026

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