What are the zhangjiajie train station?
As a tourist city, Zhangjiajie has 4 train stations, but 99% of tourists only use to focus on these 2:
- Zhangjiajie West Railway Station (High Speed Railway Station)
- Location: Shadi Street in the north of the city, 18 minutes by taxi from Tianmen Mountain Scenic Spot
- Role: connecting Zhangjihuai high-speed railroad and Qianchang Railway, it is the fastest high-speed railroad station to the scenic spot
2.Zhangjiajie Station (Ordinary Railway Station)
- Location: Guanli Road in the center of the city, suitable for backpackers with limited budgets
- Characteristics: mainly slow trains, to Beijing, Shanghai and other big cities need to transit
The other two train stations Sangzhi Station and Cili Station are far from the scenic spots, so unless you are going to the neighboring counties, you can just ignore them.
- Sangzhi Station: located in the north of Zhangjiajie, with fewer trains, suitable for tourists from neighboring counties.
- Cili Station: close to Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Scenic Area, but with sparse frequency13.
Ride suggestions: recommended to choose West Station for free trip (fast high-speed train), and Zhangjiajie Station for group tour (near downtown).
Zhangjiajie west railway station:Your starting point for traveling
As the second largest high-speed railway station in Hunan, the design of the West Station amazed me at the first glance — it looks like an eagle with spread wings, with a modern sense of streamline shape and glass curtain wall on the roof.
There are 7 platforms and 17 tracks, with 96 trains stopping every day, including direct high-speed trains to major cities like Beijing and Shenzhen.
Ultra-practical details:
- Transportation connection: 4 bus lines directly to downtown and the airport (No. 4/6/16/17), with a ticket price of about USD 0.6
- Special services: the station has a shared car rental area, a tourist information center, and you can also buy souvenirs in the underground shopping street
- Neighboring attractions: taxi to Tianmen Mountain US$3.8 (18 minutes), bus to Wulingyuan Scenic Spot US$3.4 (40 minutes)
How to get to Zhangjiajie west railway station by high-speed train?
Popular departures and fares from major cities in China (up-to-date as of 2025):
| Departure Cities | Arrival Stations | Fastest Train Times | Duration | Fares (2nd Class) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beijing | Zhangjiajie West | G687 | 10.6h | $83 |
| Shanghai | Zhangjiajie West | G6429 to G74 | 7.5h | $102 |
| Guangzhou | Zhangjiajie West | G6061 | 6.5h | $83 |
| Shenzhen | Zhangjiajie West | G6064 | 6.9h | $83 |
Ticketing Tips:
- Grab tickets on the 12306 website 15 days in advance during peak season
- Choose morning departures (e.g. Beijing G687 departs at 7:38am) to start touring in the afternoon
- Business seat is cheaper than economy class ticket (e.g. Shenzhen business seat $90 vs air ticket $150)
High-speed rail lines from Zhangjiajie west railway station
Here we highlight two best routes for foreign tourists:
1. Zhangjiajie West → Chongqing North
- Golden Frequency: G2874 (departs at 7:40 / arrives at 10:30)
- Fare: $26 for second class seat, $102 for business seat
- Scenery along the way: crossing the Wuling Mountains, seeing all the karst landscapes in 3 hours
2. Zhangjiajie West → Shenzhen North
- The fastest frequency: G6061 (departs at 7:32 / arrives at 14:24)
- Fare: $83 for second class seat, $130 for business class seat
- Stops: Fenghuang Ancient Town (stop for 2 minutes to take photos), Guangzhou South Railway Station (can transfer to Hong Kong)
Zhangjiajie Best Season to Visit and Weather to Wear
March-May is the golden period for touring This time:
- Temperature: 10-25°C (50-77°F), big difference between morning and evening temperatures
- Weather: cloudy and foggy in March (remember to bring a waterproof jacket), mostly sunny in May
- Essential items to bring:
- Waterproof hiking shoes (slippery stone paths)
- Folding umbrella (it may rain at any time)
- Thin down jacket (the top of the mountain is 5℃ colder than the bottom)
Lightning Reminder:
- July-August rainy season rafting may be canceled
- Winter (December-February) some mountain roads are icy, but the snow is superb!
My personal advice
- Preferred West Station: High-speed rail is fast and comfortable, and you can take the tourist line right out of the station.
- Flexible Ticketing: If direct tickets are sold out, go to Changsha South Station first (more trains).
- Accommodation choice: live near Tianmen Mountain and choose West Station, live in Wulingyuan and choose East Bus Station.
- Weather inquiry: 3 days in advance to check the “Zhangjiajie intelligent tourism” official website real-time weather
I hope this guide can help you avoid 90% of the travel pit! If there are other questions, welcome to leave a message to exchange. I wish you an unforgettable adventure in Zhangjiajie’s strange peaks and rocks!
(Note: Fares in this article are converted according to 1 USD = 7 CNY, data from the official website of China Railway 12306 and the train schedule in 2025)
