Chengdu – Huanglongjiuzhai by Train & Bus to Jiuzhaigou

Introduction

As of August 30, 2024, the Huanglongjiuzhai Railway Station is fully operational, replacing the Zhenjiangguan Station, as the nearest train station to both Jiuzhaigou Valley and the Huanglong Scenic Area. This Huanglongjiuzhai Station, located just 26 km from Huanglong and 90 km from Jiuzhaigou, offers through bus to Jiuzhaigou Scenic Area in 2 hours (CNY 51), and through bus to Huanglong Scenic Area in 50 mins (CNY 28).

If you’re flying into Chengdu, you can also catch a train directly from Shuangliu Airport Station to Huanglongjiuzhai Station, or if the tickets to Huanglongjiuzhai Railway Station are unavailable, consider traveling via Songpan Railway Station (Chengdu – Songpan – Jiuzhaigou/Huanglong), where there are also direct buses to Jiuzhaigou or Huanglong.

Chengdu to Huanglongjiuzhai train (nearest station to Jiuzhaigou & Huanglong). Bus from Huanglongjiuzhai Station to Jiuzhaigou Valley (Through bus, carpool, Book online).
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Flights to or from Jiuzhai Huanglong Airport (JZH)

 Train Schedule and Travel Time

Route Departure Travel Time Prices
Chengdu East to Huanglong Jiuzhai 06:45, 10:29, 11:46, 14:44, 15:45, 18:36 1h39 to 2h10 from ¥128
Huanglong Jiuzhai to Chengdu East 09:04, 13:10, 15:31, 18:18, 21:19 1h 41 to 2h23 from ¥128
For a live schedule, refer to www.trip.com & www.chinahighlights.com

 Check Live Schedule (Train + Bus)

Huanglongjiuzhai – Jiuzhaigou Valley Bus Booking Online

Once arriving in Huanglongjiuzhai Station after disembarking from the train, you need to catch a through bus from Huanglongjiuzhai to either Jiuzhaigou Valley or the Huanglong Scenic Area.

Bus tickets can be booked at the ticket office in front of the train station, or buy online through Trip.com, a popular platform affiliated with Ctrip Group, China’s leading online travel agency. It is advisable to book in advance online as the route is very popular.
  • Through bus to Jiuzhaigou Valley: The bus ride from Huanglongjiuzhai Station to Jiuzhaigou Valley takes about 2 hrs, CNY 51/p.
  • Through bus to Huanglong: If you’re headed to Huanglong, the bus ride is even shorter—just about 40-50 minutes, CNY 28/p.
  • Bus bus tickets online: www.trip.com/bus/huanglongjiuzhai-jiuzhaigou-ticket
Good news: Trip.com (owned by China’s Ctrip Group) offers online booking services for bus tickets from Huanglongjiuzhai Station to Jiuzhaigou or vice verse.

Inclusions:

  • One-way direct ticket from Huanglongjiuzhai High-Speed Railway Station to Jiuzhaigou
  • Pick-up and Drop-off Points:
    • Pick-up: Huanglongjiuzhai High-Speed Railway Station parking lot
    • Drop-off: Luneng Town Bridge, Qianguqing parking lot, opposite Tiantangkou Moon Bay parking lot, Orange Hotel, Xingyu Hotel
  • Notification: You will receive a phone call or SMS before 22:00 the night before your trip

Huanglongjiuzhai to Jiuzhaigou Through Bus Departures

TrainDepature - ArrivalThrough Bus Depatures
C57466:14-7:538:25, 8:26
C57826:45-8:249:10, 9:11
C57727:30-9:4510:20, 10:21
C579210:29-12:2013:00, 13:01
C83211:04-13:3114:40, 14:41
C575211:46-13:5514:40, 14:41
C97214:09-17:1017:30, 17:31
C576614:44-16:5417:30, 17:31
C579615:45-17:3618:20, 18:21
C577616:20-18:3719:10, 19:11
C575618:36-20:2121:10, 21:11
C578619:03-20:4221:10, 21:11
You can buy tickets online at www.trip.com/bus/huanglongjiuzhai-jiuzhaigou-tickets.htm

The times are for reference & subject to chagnes, it is essential to verify real-time informationbefore embarking on your journey.

Alternative Route via Songpan Station

If tickets to Huanglongjiuzhai Railway Station are unavailable, consider traveling via Songpan Railway Station (Chengdu – Songpan – Huanglong/Jiuzhaigou Valley), just a few kilometers away. From Songpan Station, direct buses to Jiuzhaigou Vally or Huanglong are also available:
  • Through bus from Songpan Station to Huanglong, 1 hour & 33 yuan.
  • Through bus from Songpan Railway Station to Jiuzhaigou: 2h18 mins & 56 yuan.

Flying into Chengdu & Onward to Jiuzhaigou by Train ?

If you’re flying into Chengdu, you can also catch a train directly from Shuangliu Airport Station to Huanglongjiuzhai Station. There is 3 trains daily from Shuangliu Airport Station (Shuangliujichang) to Huanglongjiuzhai, but if you make a connection at Chengdu East Railway Station (Shuangliujichang – Chengdu East – Huanglongjiuzhai), you will find more trains available. This is a convenient option for travelers looking to head straight to Jiuzhaigou or Huanglong without spending time in Chengdu city.

How to Buy Train Tickets Online

There are several ways to book your train tickets online. Just remember that booking herizon for train tickets opens 15 days before your travel date. It is recommended to book you tickets as soon as possible in advance to secure your seat at your desired departure time.

Trusted Online Ticket Agents:

Option 1: China Highlights is a reliable online agency  for China train ticketing. They get positive reviews on TripAdvisor & Trustpilot. Sharon and her team help you buy tickets & plan rail routes even deliver tickets to your hotels with a service fee.

Option 2: Trip.com  is an internatioal brand owned by Ctrip Group, China's largest online travel booking platform. Trip.com offers booking service for flight, train, hotel, activities, etc