Yiwu is famous for being the world’s capital of small commodities. If you are planning your first business trip to Yiwu, China, you may be wondering how to get there, how far Yiwu Railway Station is from Yiwu Market, how to reach the market, where to stay, and whether you need local help.
In this guide, we’ll walk you through these questions step by step, so you can plan your Yiwu sourcing trip more easily.
Landed in China? How to Get to Yiwu
For most overseas buyers, flying directly to Yiwu is not realistic. It’s usually easier to fly to Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Hangzhou, or Shanghai first, then take a high-speed train or other transport to Yiwu.
For more details on how to get to Yiwu from major Chinese cities and book tickets, see our guide: How to Reach Yiwu.
For more details on how to get to Yiwu from major Chinese cities and book tickets, see our guide: How to Reach Yiwu.
How to get from Yiwu Railway Station to Yiwu Market?
Taxi is the easiest way
Yiwu Railway Station is about 10 km from Yiwu International Trade City, also known as Futian Market.
It usually takes around 20 minutes by taxi, and the fare is about CNY 30+ — roughly USD 5.
After leaving the arrival hall, follow the signs for “Taxi” to the taxi pick-up area. Just make sure to ask the driver to use the meter before getting in.
Payment tip
For small payments, it is useful to carry some RMB cash. You can also use Alipay with an international phone number and a linked Visa or Mastercard. The app supports English.
Other ways to get to Yiwu Market
Ride-hailing: If you already have Alipay set up, you can also book a ride through its ride-hailing feature, or search for Didi inside the app. Didi is China’s version of Uber.
Rail transit: If you are comfortable taking the metro on your own in cities like Guangzhou or Shanghai, you can also try Yiwu’s rail transit.
From Yiwu Railway Station (义乌高铁站) to International Trade City Station (国际商贸城), it is only four stops and takes under 15 minutes. The rail transit runs frequently during the day, about every 10 minutes, with longer intervals in the evening.
Where should I stay?
There are many hotels near Yiwu Market, which is a good choice for first-time buyers visiting Yiwu for sourcing. Staying in this area is the most convenient, as you can walk to Futian Market directly.
Downtown Yiwu is also an option if you want more hotel choices. It usually takes about 10–15 minutes by taxi from downtown to Yiwu Market.
For hotel recommendations across different budgets, see our Yiwu hotels guide.
For hotel recommendations across different budgets, see our Yiwu hotels guide.
How many days do I need in Yiwu?
Most first-time buyers spend 2–3 days visiting Yiwu Market, checking samples, and comparing supplier prices and product quality.
If you also want to visit local or nearby factories, plan 4–5 days so your trip does not feel rushed.
Before you go, check which district and floor your product category is in. This can save you a lot of walking.
For more tips on how to visit the market and find reliable suppliers, explore our Yiwu Market sourcing guide.
For more tips on how to visit the market and find reliable suppliers, explore our Yiwu Market sourcing guide.
Do I need a sourcing agent in Yiwu?
If this is your first time sourcing in Yiwu, a local sourcing agent can guide you through the market more efficiently, discuss product details, packaging, and basic customization with sellers, compare prices, follow up on orders, inspect goods, and arrange international shipping.
If you are only buying ready-made products and already work with trusted English-speaking suppliers, you may not need a sourcing agent. You can ask the suppliers to deliver the goods to your freight forwarder at the agreed time, and the forwarder will handle container loading and shipping.
However, this depends a lot on trust between you and the suppliers. For large orders, most buyers still arrange inspection before shipment. If you are still in Yiwu when the goods are ready, you can inspect them yourself. Otherwise, you can work with a sourcing agent for product inspection or use a third-party inspection company.
Leaving Yiwu by train? Do not cut it too close
If you are leaving Yiwu by high-speed train, give yourself more time than you normally would.
At Yiwu Railway Station, ticket checks at some gates may close more than 10 minutes before departure, and sometimes even earlier, because the walk from certain gates to the platforms can take longer than expected.
Try to get to Yiwu Railway Station 30–45 minutes before your train leaves, especially if it is your first time departing from here.
Final thoughts
Welcome to Yiwu! We hope this guide helps you plan your first sourcing trip more easily. If you still have questions about getting around Yiwu, visiting Yiwu Market, or planning your sourcing schedule, feel free to leave a comment or contact us.
We’re JingSourcing, a leading sourcing company based in Yiwu, with our office right across from Yiwu Market. Our local sourcing team is here to help if you need support during your trip.
