Huangshan Mountain, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is famous for its stunning natural beauty and scenic views. Planning your trip to this iconic destination can be made easier with a thorough understanding of its transportation options. Whether you are arriving by high-speed train or bus, this guide will help you navigate your way to the Huangshan Scenic Area. It includes information on how to get to the mountain from major train stations, details on bus schedules, and advice on reaching the different entry gates of the scenic area.
Train Stations Near Huangshan Mountain
Huangshan has two major high-speed train stations: Huangshan North Station (黄山北站) and Huangshan West Station (黄山西站). Both stations provide access to the scenic area, but each is closer to a different entrance. Huangshan West Station (黄山西站) is closer to the North Gate (北门) of Huangshan, while Huangshan North Station (黄山北站) is closer to the South Gate (南门). Depending on your travel plans, either station can serve as a convenient starting point for your journey to the mountain.
Choosing Your Entrance to the Scenic Area
The scenic area is positioned between these two stations, making both options viable for entry. If your itinerary includes visiting the northern side of the mountain, Huangshan West Station (黄山西站) is a better choice. However, if you plan to explore the southern routes, Huangshan North Station (黄山北站) is more convenient. Ensure to choose the station that best fits your travel route.
Arriving at Huangshan North Station (黄山北站)
If you arrive at Huangshan North Station (黄山北站) in the morning, you can head directly to the Huangshan Scenic Area (黄山风景区) by taking a bus from the station. Bus tickets can be purchased at the exit of the high-speed rail station. The bus journey to the scenic area takes approximately 50 minutes. For travelers arriving in the afternoon or evening, it’s recommended to stay overnight in the nearby Tunxi Old Street (屯溪老街) area and head to the scenic area the following day.
There are also bus services from Huangshan West Station (黄山西站) to the scenic area’s South Gate (南门), North Gate (北门), and West Gate (西门). These buses run from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with exact schedules available on the official website of the scenic area.
Traveling from Tunxi Old Street (屯溪老街) to Huangshan Scenic Area (黄山风景区)
From Tunxi Old Street (屯溪老街), you can take a bus or taxi to the scenic area. Buses can be booked in advance via the “Huangshan Chuxing (黄山出行)” WeChat mini-program. This allows travelers to choose their pick-up and drop-off points, offering convenience and flexibility. Once you book a seat, the driver will contact you with details on where to meet. These buses operate like shared shuttles, with a fare of 60 RMB per person for a round trip, and the journey takes about 40 minutes. Upon arrival, the bus drops passengers at the New Guoxian Transfer Center (新国线换乘中心).
Transfer Centers at the Scenic Area
The scenic area has two key transfer centers: the New Guoxian Transfer Center (新国线换乘中心) at the South Gate (南门) and the Xiaoyaoxi Transfer Center (逍遥溪换乘中心), which is closer to the entrance of the scenic area. Buses heading to various parts of the scenic area make stops at both transfer points. From these centers, you can purchase a 19 RMB bus ticket to either the Yuping Cable Car (玉屏索道) or Yungu Cable Car (云谷索道) stations to begin your ascent.
For convenience, it’s worth noting that additional stops have been added for the descent, including near popular guesthouses at Tangkou Bridge (汤口大桥) and Tangkou Ridge (汤口岭).
Bus Services and Schedules
Several bus routes connect Huangshan North Station (黄山北站) with different points of interest, making it easy to travel to and from the scenic area:
- Huangshan North Station (黄山北站) to South Gate (南门): 30 RMB per person
Departure times: 07:40, 08:10, 09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 10:30, 10:46, 11:00, 11:30, 12:00, 12:20, 12:40, 13:00, 13:20, 13:40, 14:00, 14:30, 14:50, 15:00, 15:20, 15:40, 15:50, 16:10, 16:30, 16:50, 17:10, 17:30, 17:50, 18:20, 18:40, 19:00. - Huangshan North Station (黄山北站) to North Gate (北门): 36 RMB per person
Departure time: 12:40 daily. - Huangshan North Station (黄山北站) to Hongcun (宏村)/Xidi Villages (西递): 30 RMB per person
Buses pass through Qi Yun Mountain (齐云山), Xidi Village (西递), Guiyuan (归园), Pingshan (屏山), and Xiuli (秀里).
Departure times: 08:55, 09:35, 10:35, 11:05, 11:35, 12:35, 13:05, 13:35, 14:05, 14:35, 15:35, 17:05. - Hongcun Village (宏村) to South Gate (南门): 15 RMB per person
Departure times: 06:20, 06:50, 07:20, 07:50, 08:20, 09:00, 09:40, 10:20, 11:00, 11:40, 12:20, 13:00, 13:30, 14:00, 14:30, 15:00, 15:30, 16:00, 16:30, 17:00, 17:30. - Hongcun Village (宏村) to Huangshan North Station (黄山北站): 30 RMB per person
Departure times: 08:30, 09:30, 10:30, 11:30, 12:30, 12:50, 13:30, 14:30, 15:15, 15:55, 16:30, 17:00, 17:30.