Huanglongjiuzhai Railway Station, opened since August 30, 2024, has became the nearest railway station to both Huanglong Scenic Area & Jiuzhaigou Valley. It has regular bullet trains to or from Chengdu East & Shuangliu Airport Train Station. More importantly, Huanglongjiuzhai Station offers bus connections to Huanglong Scenic Area, and Jiuzhaigou Valley Park.
After arriving at Huanglongjiuzhai Station, foreign tourits can exit from the station then go upstairs to find the bus parking lots, where there are through buses connected to Huanglong Scenic Spot. The bus journey takes about 40 minutes and the fare is CNY 28 per person.
You can buy tickets on spot or buy online via official website or Wechat mini programme.
- 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
Bus Connection Huanglongjiuzhai – Jiuzhaigou Valley
Trip.com affiliated with China’s Ctrip Group, provides booking service for the through bus service from Huanglongjiuzhai Railway Station to Jiuzhaigou. You can choose from various bus options, including:
- Ordinary Bus (39-50 seats)
- Nanny Bus (34-37 seats, 2+1 configuration)
- Business Car (7-9 seats)
- Sedan (5 seats)
The times are for reference & subject to chagnes, it is essential to verify real-time informationbefore embarking on your journey.
 | Chengdu to Huanglongjiuzhai train (nearest station to Jiuzhaigou & Huanglong). Bus from Huanglongjiuzhai Station to Jiuzhaigou Valley (Through bus, carpool, Book online). |
 | 253 Hotels in Jiuzhaigou for foreign tourists, Hotels near Chengdu East Station |
 | Huanglong National Park (entrance ticket, cableway), Jiuzhaigou Park (entrance ticket, sightseeing bus, shuttle bus) |
 | Flights to or from Jiuzhai Huanglong Airport (JZH) |
To secure your seat, you must purchase your bus ticket in advance on the day of use, according to local time.
Jack’s Travel Experience & Tips for Visiting Huanglong and Jiuzhaigou
March 30, 2025
On March 30, 2025, Jack took the high-speed train C16 from Chengdu East Railway Station to Huanglong-Jiuzhaigou Station. The train departed at 08:36 and arrived at 11:11, covering the journey in 2 hours and 35 minutes. After arrival, I transferred to a scenic shuttle bus to visit Huanglong National Park for 4-5 hours. At 17:40, I took the last shuttle bus from Huanglong to the Meilun Hotel near Jiuzhaigou Valley, where I stayed overnight before spending the next day exploring Jiuzhaigou. Below are my firsthand experiences and tips for fellow travelers:
1. Departing from Chengdu
- Train Details: I booked the C16 train departing at 08:36 from Chengdu East Railway Station. I left my hotel near Chunxi Road at around 07:00 and walked to the subway station to catch metro Line 2.
- Subway Route: Line 2 connects Chunxi Road Station directly to Chengdu East Railway Station (6 stops, approximately 20 minutes).
- On the Train: The C16 departed on time. I sat in a window seat in the second-class cabin, enjoying scenic views along the way.
2. Arrival at Huanglong-Jiuzhaigou Station & Transfer to Huanglong National Park
- Arrival: The train arrived at Huanglong-Jiuzhaigou Station at 11:11. After exiting the station, take the escalator up to the station square to find the Scenic Through Bus parking area (look for blue or white buses operated by Jiuzhaigou Travel Group). Avoid green local buses (which serve Songpan County or Songzhou Ancient Town) unless necessary.
- Shuttle to Huanglong: I bought a shuttle ticket (28 RMB) on-site. The bus left at 11:35 and arrived at Huanglong Seercuo International Hotel‘s parking lot by 12:15 (a 40-minute ride). The driver reminded us that the last shuttle to Jiuzhaigou departs at 17:40 (subject to change), so travelers should plan to return to another the parking lot by 17:00, which is next to Huanglong Tourist Center (not the Cable Service Center).
- Timing Tip: If your trains arrive Huanglongjiuzhai Station in the morning, visit Huanglong first (allowing 3-4 hours for exploration) before heading to Jiuzhaigou. Note: Huanglong stops admitting visitors after 16:00.
3. Taking the Cable Car & Exploring Huanglong
- Cable Car & Supplies: After arriving, walk to the Huanglong Cableway Service Center to buy park tickets, cable car/shuttle passes, and supplies (e.g., oxygen canisters – strongly recommended due to the 3,300m altitude). I experienced altitude sickness here and later vomited twice on the bus back to Jiuzhaigou.
- Cable Car Route:
- From the service center, follow signs to the ropeway entrance (a 500-meter wooden walkway).
- Take the cable car (operating hours: uphill 09:00-17:00; downhill 09:00-16:30; advance tickets required) to the upper station (a 3-minute ride).
- Transfer to a sightseeing bus (20 RMB/person, limited to 5,000 tickets daily) for a 6-minute ride to the hiking trail.
- Walk 750 meters to Huanglongsi Temple and the iconic Colorful Pool (Wucai Pool). Move slowly to conserve energy and reduce the risk of altitude sickness.
- Descend on foot past attractions like Zhengyan Pool and Welcome Pool. However, during my March visit, snow covered most ponds and waterfalls. Summer (June-August) or autumn (September-October) is ideal for vibrant views and flowing water.
Key Tips for Travelers
- Altitude Precautions: Purchase oxygen canisters and pace yourself.
- Seasonal Advice: Visit Huanglong in summer or autumn for optimal scenery.
- Transport: Use official Jiuzhaigou Travel Group shuttles for reliable service.
- Timing: Arrive at Huanglong before 16:00 and dedicate a full day to Jiuzhaigou.
Safe travels and enjoy the breathtaking landscapes! 🌄
Trusted Online Ticket Agents:
Option 1: 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
Option 2: 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.
