Who this helps: New and returning students landing in Beijing and heading to Liaoning University of Technology (LUT), Jinzhou. Save this and share the link with anyone who asks.

Quick Summary

• Best option: High-speed train from Beijing to Jinzhou South (锦州南站), then taxi/Didi to campus.
• Alternative: Domestic flight to Jinzhou Xiaolingzi Airport (锦州小岭子机场, JNZ), then taxi to campus.
• Travel time: 3.5–5 hours by train (plus city transfers) or 1.5 hours flight time (plus transfers).
• Key Chinese names to show staff/taxi:
  北京首都机场 / 北京大兴机场 → 锦州南站 → 辽宁工业大学（锦州）

Before You Travel

1. Documents: Passport, visa, school admission/notice, address of hostel or dorm, a few passport photos.
2. Apps to install: WeChat, Alipay, 12306 (China Railway), Trip.com, Didi (ride-hailing), Google Translate or Pleco. Register with your passport.
3. Hafrik VPN / Outline VPN: Download and set up via Outline VPN by Hafrik. Some foreign apps and sites may be restricted in China, and Outline VPN helps you stay connected to essential platforms, classes, and family back home.
4. Cash & Cards: Bring a small amount of RMB or a card that works for ATM withdrawal in China.

Step 1 — Land in Beijing (PEK or PKX)

1. SIM & Internet: Get a local SIM at the airport shop or connect to Wi-Fi. You will need internet for tickets and navigation. If Wi-Fi is slow or certain sites don’t load, switch on Outline VPN to stay connected smoothly.
2. Decide your route: Train is the most reliable and frequent. Flights to Jinzhou are less frequent but can be faster door-to-door if the timing fits.

Step 2 — Option A: High-Speed Train to Jinzhou

1. Go to a Beijing railway station with trains to Jinzhou:
   • Beijing South (北京南站) or Beijing Chaoyang (北京朝阳站) commonly serve fast routes to Jinzhou South (锦州南站).
   • From the airport, you can take Airport Express + Subway, or just use Didi/taxi if you have luggage.
2. Buy your ticket:
   • Use 12306 app or Trip.com (English). You will need your passport.
   • Choose Second Class for the best price. Typical ride: 3.5–5 hours.
3. Boarding tips: Arrive 30–45 minutes early for security and platform gates. Keep your passport and ticket/QR code ready.
4. Arrive at Jinzhou South (锦州南站): Follow signs to the taxi/Didi pick-up area.

Step 2 — Option B: Flight to Jinzhou

1. Search for a domestic flight from Beijing Capital (PEK) or Beijing Daxing (PKX) to Jinzhou JNZ.
2. At JNZ, take a taxi/Didi to campus.

Step 3 — From Station/Airport to Campus

• Destination in Chinese to show the driver: 辽宁工业大学（锦州）
• By Didi/Taxi: Request drop-off at the Main Gate or your dorm address. Keep small change ready.

Helpful Chinese Phrases (Show Your Phone)

• 我要去 辽宁工业大学（锦州），请带我到正门。
  I need to go to Liaoning University of Technology (Jinzhou), please take me to the main gate.
• 请问我在哪里可以买到去 锦州南站 的高铁票？
  Where can I buy a high-speed train ticket to Jinzhou South Station?
• 这是我的护照。
  This is my passport.

What It Might Cost (Approximate)

These are estimates to help you plan. Prices change by season and demand.

Arrival Checklist at LUT

1. Find your dorm or hostel check-in desk.
2. Keep your passport and admission letter ready for registration.
3. Ask about campus card, Wi-Fi, and medical check steps for international students.
4. Switch on Outline VPN (via outlinevpn.hafrik.com) for smooth access to international websites, online classes, and communication tools.
5. Join the student community on Hafrik to meet people already on campus.

Emergency & Useful Numbers

• Police: 110   |   Ambulance: 120   |   Fire: 119
• Keyword to ask for the right office: 留学生办公室 (International Students Office)

Join the Community

After you arrive, connect with other students, find roommates, ask questions, and share tips in the Liaoning University of Technology Students community on Hafrik.

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