Changsha Railway Station

The Changsha Railway Station of Changsha resides at the eastern terminus of Wuyi Road, a central thoroughfare of Changsha, directly aligned with the western expanse of the Xiangjiang Bridge, standing in distant contemplation of the Yue Lu Mountain. It is situated 25 kilometers (15.5 miles) away from the Huanghua International Airport and 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) from the Changsha South Railway Station.

• Chinese: 长沙站
• Address: 406 Chezhan Middle Road, Furong District, Changsha City.

Popular Train Routes from Changsha Railway Station

The Changsha Railway Station serves as a pivotal transportation hub for the Beijing-Guangzhou, Shiyan-Changsha, Zhejiang-Jiangxi, and Xianggui Railways, connecting to mainline railways such as the Beijing-Guangzhou Railway, Shiyan-Changsha Railway, and the Changsha-Zhuzhou-Xiangtan Intercity Railway. It predominantly operates the following high-speed rail routes:

• Beijing-Guangzhou High-Speed Railway: serves as a vital high-speed rail corridor linking Beijing and Guangzhou, facilitating north-south connectivity and fostering economic exchange and development along its route.
• Shanghai-Kunming High-Speed Railway: spans east to west, connecting Shanghai and Kunming, enhancing the ties between the eastern and southwestern regions of China.
• Chongqing-Xiamen High-Speed Railway: contributes to the integrated transportation of Changsha, Zhuzhou, and Xiangtan, propelling the coordinated development of urban clusters.
• Changsha-Zhuzhou-Xiangtan Intercity Railway: connects Chongqing and Xiamen, enhancing the rail network from the central and western regions to the southeastern coast, serving as a key transportation artery promoting progress for the regions along its path.

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Changsha Railway Station Transportation

The Changsha Railway Station is situated at the eastern end of Wuyi Avenue, one of the main thoroughfares in Changsha with significant traffic flow. Despite the high volume of vehicles, the road is spacious, and traffic management remains relatively orderly. Wuyi Avenue provides swift access to other major city routes like Furong Road and Shaoshan Road, facilitating easy vehicle ingress and egress to and from the station area, connecting to various corners of the city.

However, during peak hours in the morning and evening, traffic volume noticeably surges, leading to potential congestion. Particularly during holidays and peak travel seasons like the Spring Festival travel rush, the traffic pressure around the railway station escalates further, necessitating prudent planning of travel times and routes in advance.

Subway

The Changsha Railway Station is served by both Line 2 and Line 3 of the metro, with a designated "Changsha Railway Station" metro stop.

• Line 2: a crucial metro route in Changsha, runs east to west, providing service to the Guangda and Meixihu West directions. The first trains depart at 6:00 from Meixihu West to Guangda and from Guangda to Meixihu West, with the last trains departing at 23:00. This line conveniently connects passengers to key areas such as the Wuyi Square, Orange Isle, and Yuelu Mountain.
• Line 3: The Changsha Railway Station (metro station) on Line 3 is located at the intersection of Chezhan Road and Wuyi Road, near the station square. Running from southwest to northeast, Line 3 further enhances connectivity between the railway station and other areas of the city, offering passengers a broader range of travel options.

Bus

Four bus routes pass through Zhangjiajiexi Railway Station with designated stops, including Zhangjiajie Public Bus Routes 4, 6, 16, and 17. These routes cover key transportation nodes such as the airport, train station, and bus eastern station, along with significant city area stops, providing convenient intra-city transport connection services for passengers. Operating hours range from 5:40 a.m. to 10:40 p.m. During special periods like the Spring Festival travel rush, service capacities may be adjusted based on train arrivals. Staff members are stationed around the clock to ensure passenger needs are met.

Bus

For buses, there is the Changsha Railway Station Bus Stop nearby, where numerous bus routes stop, including routes like 1, 12, 101, 111, 112, 113, 114, 117, 118, 121, 126, 127, 135, 136, 139, 148, 158, 168, 171, 225, 317, 362, 401, 602, 7, 803, 805, 905, 9, Lishan Express, Travel 1, and Xingsha 103, serving various directions in Changsha, including commercial areas, residential areas, and tourist attractions.

Taxi

Services are available at the front square with a designated taxi waiting area for passengers to queue conveniently. Generally, there is an ample supply of taxis, but slight waiting periods may be expected during peak hours.

Airport Buses

Travelers can take a 5-minute walk along Wuyi Avenue from Changsha Station to reach the Air China Hotel opposite the railway station, where they can board the airport bus to Huanghua Airport.

Intercity Railway

Regarding intercity railways, the Changsha-Zhuzhou-Xiangtan Intercity Railway features sister stations with the city rail Changsha Station at the Changsha Railway Station. Two underground passageways below the platforms facilitate easy transfers between the intercity railway and regular train services. These passageways are exclusively for transfer passengers: passengers transferring from the Changsha-Zhuzhou-Xiangtan Intercity Railway to regular trains must possess regular train tickets to access the passageway, and vice versa.

Long-distance Bus

The nearest long-distance bus station from Changsha Station is the Changsha-Zhuzhou-Xiangtan Bus Station, located opposite the railway station.

From Changsha Railway Station to Zhangjiajie

When traveling from Changsha Station to Zhangjiajie, there are several common transportation options available:

By Train

• Regular Trains: Changsha Railway Station offers a variety of regular trains heading to Zhangjiajie, such as trains like K688 and Z298. The journey typically lasts around 4-5 hours, with hard seat tickets starting at around 50 yuan. Although regular trains are relatively slower, they offer budget-friendly fares, suitable for travelers with limited budgets and flexible schedules.
• High-Speed Rail: Passengers can take high-speed trains from Changsha Station to Zhangjiajie West Station, with trains like G5876. The journey usually takes about 1.5-2 hours, and second-class seat tickets cost approximately 160 yuan.

By Bus

Direct buses to Zhangjiajie depart from Changsha-Zhuzhou-Xiangtan Bus Station, located diagonally across from Changsha Railway Station. Buses run hourly, with fares around 110 yuan. The bus route takes the expressway, covering a distance of 350 kilometers via Changchang Expressway and Changzhang Expressway. The journey typically takes about 4 hours, passing through Ningxiang, Yiyang, Changde, Reshi, Cili, and finally arriving at the central bus station in Zhangjiajie.

From Changsha Railway Station to Changsha Huanghua International Airport

Traveling from Changsha Station to Changsha Huanghua International Airport offers several common transportation options:

By Airport Bus

• Airport Bus Station Line: Walk from Changsha Station to the nearby Jintai Square station and board the airport bus station line, which directly takes you to Terminal 1 of Huanghua Airport in approximately 56 minutes.
• Airport Bus Shanshui Hotel Line: Walk 548 meters from Changsha Station to Shanshui Hotel bus station and board the airport bus Shanshui Hotel Line, reaching Terminal 2 of Changsha Huanghua International Airport in about 40 minutes. The first bus departs at 5:00, with subsequent buses aligning with flight schedules, costing 17 yuan.

By Public Transport (Bus and Metro)

• Travelers can take Metro Line 2, transfer to Metro Line 6 at Renmin East Road Station toward Xie Jiaqiao, and then alight at Huanghua Airport T1T2 Station. From there, a walk of about 610 meters will lead you to Huanghua Airport, with the entire journey taking approximately 1 hour and 5 minutes.
• Another option is to take Bus 148 to Changsha South Station, then transfer to the Maglev Express to Huanghua Airport Station, followed by a walk of approximately 610 meters to reach the airport. The total distance is around 30.2 kilometers.

By Taxi

The distance between Changsha Station and Huanghua Airport is about 33 kilometers, with the journey by taxi typically taking around 35 minutes and costing approximately 63 yuan..

The Layout of Changsha Railway Station

Changsha Railway Station comprises three main areas: the terminal, the station building, and the square, each contributing to its overall layout as follows:

Terminal Layout

Changsha Railway Station is divided into two terminals, namely the Beijing-Guangzhou Terminal and the Changsha-Zhuzhou-Xiangtan Intercity Terminal. The total architectural area of the station spans 68,000 square meters, featuring a total of 7 platforms with 16 lines. The Beijing-Guangzhou Line Station occupies the western square, covering an area of 42,000 square meters with 4 platforms and 8 lines, while the Changsha-Zhuzhou-Xiangtan Intercity Terminal resides in the eastern square, encompassing 26,000 square meters with 3 platforms and 6 lines.

Station Building Layout

• Western Building: Primarily corresponding to the Beijing-Guangzhou Line Station, the waiting room is situated within the terminal building. It includes multiple standard waiting areas, a group waiting room, and two premium seating waiting areas, accommodating up to 6,000 passengers simultaneously. Essential facilities such as ticket offices and entry gates are also provided for the convenience of travelers in terms of ticket purchases and station access.
• Eastern Building: Primarily corresponding to the Changsha-Zhuzhou-Xiangtan Intercity Terminal, the building is connected to the Western Building via an underground passage. Access to this building is located near Jintai Square, featuring a dedicated entrance for intercity travelers, facilitating their entry and waiting process.

Square Layout

• Western Square: Covering an area of 34,000 square meters, the Western Square stands as one of the primary squares at Changsha Station. It encompasses transportation facilities including bus and public parking lots, streamlining passenger access to the station via public transport or private vehicles. Additionally, the Western Square hosts various commercial amenities and service points such as restaurants and convenience stores, enhancing convenience for passengers.
• Eastern Square: Spanning around 50,000 square meters and adjacent to Jintai Square, the Eastern Square serves as a pivotal complementary square for the Changsha-Zhuzhou-Xiangtan Intercity Railway. Similar to the Western Square, the Eastern Square features bus and public parking lots and is seamlessly integrated with a subway station, facilitating smooth intermodal transfers for passengers.

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