From Ningbo Lishe Airport (NGB) to UNNC
Taxi (Most Direct)
- Journey Time: Approximately 30-40 minutes, depending on traffic
- Cost: Around ¥30-50 RMB
- Process: Exit the arrivals hall and follow signs to the official taxi rank. Join the queue. Show the driver this address:
- Chinese: “请带我到宁波诺丁汉大学1号门”
- English: “Please take me to University of Nottingham Ningbo China Gate 1”
- Tip: Ride-hailing apps like Didi (similar to Uber) also operate here and can be used with an international number. Note: The Didi pick-up platform is different from the taxi pick-up platform.
Subway/Metro (Budget-Friendly)
- Take Metro Line 2 at Lishe Airport to Shiqi Metro Station (二号线至石碶地铁站)
- Transfer to Line 5 to Yinzhou District Government Metro Station (换乘五号线至鄞州区政府地铁站)
- Transfer to Line 3 to Exit E of the Southern Business District Station (换乘三号线至南部商务区地铁站E口出)
- Walk to Ningbo Nottingham University Gate 1 (步行至宁波诺丁汉大学1号门)
- Journey Time: About 30-40 minutes
- Cost: ¥2-4 RMB (exact change or scan QR code with Alipay/WeChat Pay)
- Subway trains are comfortable and air-conditioned.
Public Bus (Budget-Friendly)
- Route: Take Bus Line 108 from “Ningbo Lishe Airport” stop directly to the “University of Nottingham Ningbo China (宁波诺丁汉大学)” stop
- Journey Time: About 60-70 minutes
- Cost: ¥2-4 RMB (exact change or scan QR code with Alipay/WeChat Pay)
- Buses are comfortable and air-conditioned.
From Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to UNNC
This is a popular route for international arrivals. The most efficient method combines the Shanghai Maglev, metro, and high-speed train.
Step 1: Pudong Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station
Recommended Route (Fastest):
- Take the Shanghai Maglev Train from Pudong Airport to Longyang Road Station (7 mins, ¥50 RMB)
- Transfer to Metro Line 2 (green line) and travel west to Hongqiao Railway Station (approx. 40 mins, ¥5-6 RMB)
- Follow clear signs in the station
Alternative (Direct & Simple):
- Take the Airport Shuttle Bus (Line 1) directly to Hongqiao Transport Hub (approx. 60-90 mins, ¥30-40 RMB)
Step 2: High-Speed Train to Ningbo
At Hongqiao Station, proceed to the main railway hall. It’s best to book your train ticket in advance via platforms like Trip.com or Ctrip.
- Train Journey: High-speed (G/D-series) trains run frequently from Shanghai Hongqiao to Ningbo
- Duration: 2 to 2.5 hours
- Ticket Cost: Approximately ¥140-220 RMB, depending on class and time
- Arrival: You will arrive at Ningbo Railway Station
Step 3: Ningbo Railway Station to UNNC
By Taxi/Didi:
- The most convenient option. Follow signs to the taxi rank.
- Show the driver the university address:
- Chinese: “请带我到宁波诺丁汉大学1号门”
- English: “Please take me to University of Nottingham Ningbo China Gate 1”
- Journey takes 20-25 minutes
- Cost: ¥30-40 RMB
By Subway/Metro:
- Take Metro Line 4 at Ningbo Railway Station to Children’s Park Station (四号线至儿童公园地铁站)
- Transfer to Line 3 to Exit E of the Southern Business District Station (换乘三号线至南部商务区地铁站E口出)
- Walk to Ningbo Nottingham University Gate 1 (步行至宁波诺丁汉大学1号门)
- Journey Time: About 30-40 minutes
- Cost: ¥2-4 RMB (exact change or scan QR code with Alipay/WeChat Pay)
- Subway trains are comfortable and air-conditioned.