Since Yangzhou is not yet served by rail (plans are afoot to build a link from Nanjing by 2001), you are almost certain to arrive either at the main East bus station on Dujiang Nan Lu in the south of the city, or at the remote West bus station , connected to the East station by bus #8. Generally speaking, the very frequent buses to and from Zhenjiang and Nanjing use the West station, while longer-distance buses, including long-distance sleepers, use the East station. It's possible to visit Yangzhou on a day trip from Nanjing or Zhenjiang, but plan your itinerary carefully; both stations close at dark, so after sunset you're stranded. The nearest train station is at Zhenjiang, though it's usually possible to book train tickets in Yangzhou at the main bus station and at the (now disused) canal ferry terminal on the northern bank of the canal, north of the bus station. The nearest airport is at Nanjing - tickets can be booked at major hotels.