Duke Kunshan University is a place for learning, living and growing, where students are encouraged to pursue knowledge inside the classroom and beyond.
Our modern campus in Kunshan, China, boasts high-tech teaching facilities and ample space for dining, recreation and relaxation. It’s also just a short distance from Suzhou and Shanghai, two of the country’s most exciting cities.
In addition to a top-class education, Duke Kunshan offers many programs and services that reinforce and complement the academic experience.
The university is dedicated to supporting students’ intellectual, social, cultural and physical development. It creates opportunities for students to explore their interests through cultural and recreational activities, athletics programs, student leadership programs, and much more.
A range of integrated services also ensure students receive the support they need to live successful personal and academic lives.
In addition to health services and psychological counseling, students benefit from open and professional advising, outreach programs, organized co-curricular activities, and engagement with the Duke Kunshan family and surrounding communities.
Reference: https://dukekunshan.edu.cn/en/campus-life
The closest airports to our campus are in Shanghai and Wuxi, while daily high-speed rail services stop at Kunshan South Railway Station. The city also has a comprehensive public transportation network including buses, taxis and shared bicycles.
Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to reach us.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is 92 kilometers east of Kunshan.
Travel on Shanghai Metro Line 2 to Hongqiao Railway Station. From here, take a 20-minute high-speed train to Kunshan South Railway Station. A taxi or public bus (Nos. 22 or 31) will take you to Duke Kunshan.
Estimated travel time: 1 to 2 hours
Estimated cost: RMB 50-80
Take a taxi from the airport to Duke Kunshan.
Estimated travel time: 1.5 to 2.5 hours
Estimated cost: RMB 600-800
Take the airport shuttle to Kunshan City Terminal (services run 8:30 a.m. to 8:45 p.m.). From there, take a taxi to Duke Kunshan.
Estimated travel time: 2.5 to 3 hours
Estimated cost: RMB 150
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) is 42 kilometers east of Kunshan.
Follow the signs to Hongqiao Railway Station and take a 20-minute high-speed train to Kunshan South Railway Station. From here, take a taxi or public bus (Nos. 22 or 31) to Duke Kunshan.
Estimated travel time: 1 to 1.5 hours
Estimated cost: RMB 30-60
Take a taxi from the airport to Duke Kunshan.
Estimated travel time: 1.5 hours (subject to traffic)
Estimated cost: RMB 200-300
Take the airport shuttle from Terminal 2 to Kunshan City Terminal (services run 9:15 a.m. to 9:10 p.m.). From there, take a taxi to Duke Kunshan.
Estimated travel time: 1.5 to 2 hours
Estimated cost: RMB 100-150
Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX) is 41 kilometers west of Kunshan.
Take a taxi to Wuxi New District Railway Station and take a 30-minute high-speed train to Kunshan South Railway Station. From there, take a taxi or a public bus (Nos. 22 or 31) to Duke Kunshan.
Estimated travel time: 1 to 1.5 hours
Estimated cost: RMB 100-150
Take a taxi from the airport to Duke Kunshan.
Estimated travel time: 1 hour
Estimated cost: RMB 180-250
High-speed services stop at Kunshan South Railway Station, about 12 kilometers southeast of Duke Kunshan.
Taxi
Estimated travel time: 20-30 minutes
Estimated cost: RMB 30-35
Public bus
Estimated travel time: 50-60 minutes
Estimated cost: RMB 5
Email: international@dukekunshan.edu.cn