Most people use buses and taxis to get around Kunming, while inter-city travel is usually done in trains. The Kunming Railway Station is the most useful for travel to other parts of China. Long distance buses can also be used for travel between cities, with the South Bus Station providing access to most regional destinations.For local transport, the partially completed Kunming Metro has several operational lines in the city. In addition, Kunming has a highly developed bus system that is affordable and runs until around 10:30pm. Taxis are widely available except at peak traffic times, but travellers should have their destination written down in Chinese as very few drivers speak English. Travellers also have the option of hiring a bicycle from a hostel or hotel in the city.
