Your Gateway to Karst Wonders: A Traveler’s Guide to Yangshuo Railway Station
Arriving in Yangshuo by high-speed train is one of the most efficient and scenic ways to begin your Guilin adventure.
Yangshuo Station at a Glance
Before you travel, here are the key facts about the station:
- English Name: Yangshuo Railway Station (often referred to as Yangshuo High-Speed Rail Station)
- Chinese Name: 阳朔站 (Yángshuò Zhàn)
- Station Type: High-Speed Rail Station
- Address: Fanzengshan Village, Xingping Town, Yangshuo County, Guilin City, Guangxi, China.
- Opened: January 2016
An Introduction to Yangshuo Station
Yangshuo Railway Station (阳朔站, Yángshuò Zhàn) is the rail gateway to the world-famous karst landscape of Yangshuo. It’s important to note that the station is not located in the bustling Yangshuo Town (known for its West Street) itself. Instead, it is situated in the nearby Xingping Town, approximately 35 kilometers from Yangshuo’s city center. This strategic location brings you closer to some of the most iconic parts of the Li River. The station opened in 2016, integrating Yangshuo into China’s extensive high-speed rail network. Upon arrival, a clearly signed Shuttle Bus Ticket Office is located just outside the station exit, providing direct and affordable bus transfers to key areas like Yangshuo Town and Xingping Ancient Town.
Getting to Yangshuo by High-Speed Train
Yangshuo Station is well-connected to several major cities. This makes it incredibly convenient to include a trip to Yangshuo as part of a broader China itinerary. You can find direct high-speed train services from cities like Guilin, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Nanning, Chengdu, and Chongqing.
Check Live Train Schedule
| Guangzhou to Yangshuo Train | Shenzhen to Yangshuo Train | Nanning to Yangshuo Train |
| Yangshuo to Guilin Train | Yangshuo to Chongqing Train | Yangshuo to Chengdu Train |
| Train type | Departure Station | Arrival Station | Frequency | Duration | Price (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High-Speed | Guangzhou South | Yangshuo | 32 daily | 1.5 – 3 hrs | |
| High-Speed | Shenzhen North | Yangshuo | 4 daily | 2.5-3 hrs | |
| High-Speed | Guilin | Yangshuo | 24 daily | 20 – 50 mins | |
| High-Speed | Chengdu East | Yangshuo | 2 daily | 6 – 8 hrs | |
| High-Speed | Chongqing West | Yangshuo | 6 daily | 4.5 – 6 hrs | |
| For real-time schedules, check https://www.trip.com/trains/china/ | |||||
Read: Guangzhou to Yangshuo by train, Hong Kong to Yangshuo by train
Onward Travel: The Shuttle Bus Hub
Right outside the station exit, you will find the official Yangshuo Shuttle Bus Tickets Office. This is the most straightforward and budget-friendly way to get to your final destination. There are three main bus routes operated from the station, serving different parts of the county.
| From | To | Price (per person) |
|---|---|---|
| Yangshuo Railway Station | Yangshuo Fengming Tourist Center | CNY 20 |
| Yangshuo Railway Station | Fuli Town | CNY 15 |
| Yangshuo Railway Station | Xingping Town | CNY 5 |
Taking a Taxi or Ride-Hailing
For those with more luggage, traveling in a group, or simply preferring a direct route, taxis and ride-hailing cars (like DiDi, China’s equivalent of Uber) are available at the designated pick-up area outside the station. A ride to Xingping Ancient Town typically costs around CNY 20-30, while the longer trip to Yangshuo Town will cost approximately CNY 80-100.
Yangshuo Station to West Street by Bus
If your final destination is the popular West Street in Yangshuo Town, the bus is an economical choice. You need to take the Yangshuo High-Speed Rail Line 1 Bus to the final stop, the Yangshuo Fengming Tourist Center.
The Fengming Tourist Center is not in the immediate vicinity of West Street. From the center, you will need to take a short 5-10 minute taxi ride (costing around CNY 10-15) or enjoy a 20-25 minute walk to reach the heart of West Street.
Please note that the schedule below is subject to change, so it’s advisable to check the latest timings upon arrival.
| Departure | Arrival | Departure Times | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yangshuo Station | Yangshuo Tourist Center | 08:50、09:30、10:40、11:30、12:00、12:40、13:40、14:10、14:40、15:10、16:00、16:40、17:20、17:50、18:20、19:00、19:30、20:20、21:20、21:50
Service is often coordinated with train arrivals. |
60 mins | CNY 20 |
| Yangshuo Tourist Center | Yangshuo Station | 07:00、07:30、08:00、08:30、09:00、09:30、10:00、10:30、11:00、11:30、12:00、12:30、13:00、13:30、14:00、14:30、15:00、15:30、16:00、16:40、17:20、18:00、18:30
Service is often coordinated with train arrivals. |
60 mins | CNY 20 |
(Note: The bus may stop at Xingping Town en route; if you wish to get off there, simply inform the driver in advance.)
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Does this train station have a baggage check where I can leave my luggage for the day to go explore xingping town before leaving to Guangzhou at night?
I just can’t remember whether there is a left luggage at Yangshuo Railway Station. Or at least I didn’t see any. You may contact the Tourism Information Service Center, which is located beside the bus ticket office at Yangshuo station. Good Luck.
Hi when does the last bus leaves to Yangshou?
No fixed bus schedule. Usually, the bus service is provided on one bus for one train basis. So, when will the last bus to Yangshuo town leave depends on when the last bullet train stops at Yangshuo station. You’d better not to miss it. You can find related information here . Hope it helps.
Do we need to book the tickets in advance?
It depends on your travel date, and where you plan to travel from ? I would always suggest you to keep track of the ticket availability on your route. If it sells quickly, you may consider buying in advance.
Will reach yangshuo railway station at 10am+ . i want to go to xingping to visit the ancient old town then after that take river raft to Yangdi. From Yangdi go back to yangshuo west street. Can someone please advise on routes,tranportation etc. Thanks in advance.
Hey Jack, most informative post I’ve found so far on Yangshuo train station yet!. Where is the easiest place to rent a scooter? Is there a rental shop at the train station? Also, any words of advice for someone who does not speak or read Chinese? Better to book transportation online? Or can I find my way on the busses? Thanks!!
Hi, the Yangshuo train station is far from the Yangshuo Town, and there are no any shops there except the tourist office and the bus office. No problem at all if you don’t speak Chinese, just show some Chinese worlds like “我要买到阳朔的汽车票（I would like to buy bus tickets to Yangshuo）” to the office staff, then they will issue and print the tickets for you. The bus tickets cannot be bought online.
The blue buses are next to the ticket office. Don’t be worried. It is easy to buy tickets and go to Yangshuo county.
The scooter is EVERYWHERE on Yangshuo West street at 40-50 rmb cost but it’s easier if you come from the airport and take the green bus number (line 5) to West Street