Yangshuo Railway Station

The Yangshuo Railway Station, also known as Xingping Station, is situated in Xingping Town as a pivotal stop along the Guilin-Guangzhou High-Speed Railway. Positioned approximately 50 miles (80 kilometers) away from Guilin, around 4.97 miles (8 kilometers) from the Xingping Ancient Town, roughly 5.28 miles (8.5 kilometers) from the Li River Scenic Area, and approximately 14 miles (22 kilometers) from Yangshuo's West Street, this station encompasses an expansive area of 12,000 square yards (10,000 square meters) and accommodates up to 1,500 passengers.

• Chinese: 阳朔火车站
• Address: Fanzengshan Village, Xingping Town, Yangshuo County, Guilin City

Popular Train Routes from Yangshuo Railway Station

The principal high-speed rail line passing through the Yangshuo Railway Station is the Guilin-Guangzhou High-Speed Railway.

• Guilin-Guangzhou High-Speed Railway: This railway links the cities of Guiyang in Guizhou and Guangzhou in Guangdong, with Yangshuo Station serving as an intermediate stop. Departing from Guiyang, the line traverses through locations like Duyun, Rongjiang, and Congjiang before entering Guangxi province. Continuing through Guilin and Yangshuo, it ultimately reaches Guangzhou. This route enables swift connectivity between Yangshuo and cities such as Guiyang and Guangzhou.

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Yangshuo Railway Station Transportation

The Yangshuo Railway Station is situated near the ancient town of Xingping, and here are the specific transportation options available:

Public Bus Services

• Yangshuo High-Speed Line 1: Originating from Yangshuo Station, this route terminates at the Yangshuo Fengming Tourist Distribution Center. The service begins at 07:00 and concludes at 19:30, with buses departing every 30-40 minutes. The fare for the entire journey is 20 yuan per person.
• Yangshuo High-Speed Line 2: Operating between Yangshuo Station and Xingping Bus Station, this route runs from 06:30 to 21:00, offering a convenient option for reaching Xingping Ancient Town at a fare of 5 yuan per person.
• Tourist Shuttle Buses: To facilitate travelers in exploring various attractions in Yangshuo, there are tourist shuttle buses available. For instance, minibuses depart from Yangshuo Bus Terminal to Yangshuo Station, priced at 20 yuan and taking approximately 30 minutes.

Taxi

At the front of Yangshuo Railway Station, there are designated pick-up and drop-off points for taxis, along with a taxi parking area on the station's side, providing passengers with a swift means of transferring to taxis.

Long-distance Coaches

After exiting the station, there are direct coaches to Yangshuo County available for a fare of 20 yuan per ticket. The journey takes around 1 hour, with over ten departures scheduled throughout the day. Departure times are arranged to coincide with the high-speed trains' schedules for passenger convenience.

From Yangshuo Railway Station to the West Street

From Yangshuo Railway Station to West Street, there are multiple modes of transportation to choose from. Here is a detailed overview:

By Public Transportation

• Yangshuo High-Speed Rail Line 1 to Bus 801: Start by boarding Yangshuo High-Speed Rail Line 1 at Yangshuo High-Speed Rail Station, heading towards Fengming Tourist Information Center (High-Speed Rail Line Passenger Station). After 2 stops, you will arrive at Fengming Tourist Information Center (High-Speed Rail Line Passenger Station), with a travel time of approximately 0.71 hours. Then, transfer to Bus 801 at Fengming Transfer Center Bus Stop, heading towards Jima Parking Lot. After 6 stops, you will reach West Street Station, with an estimated total cost of 1 yuan.
• Yangshuo High-Speed Rail Line 1 to Bus 805: Take Yangshuo High-Speed Rail Line 1 and after 2 stops, you will reach Fengming Tourist Information Center (High-Speed Rail Line Passenger Station). Transfer to Bus 805 at Yangshuo Fengming Tourist Transfer Center Bus Stop, heading towards Yangshuo Foreign Language Experimental School. After 6 stops, you will arrive at Central Square Station, from where it's a short walk of about 500 meters to West Street, with an estimated total cost of 1 yuan.
• Yangshuo High-Speed Rail Line 1 to Yangshuo Bus 3 to Bus 809:Board Yangshuo High-Speed Rail Line 1 and after 1 stop, you will reach Fuli High-Speed Rail Line Station. Then, transfer to Yangshuo Bus 3 at Fuli Station, pass through 11 stops to reach the Meteorological Bureau, and switch to Bus 809. After 6 stops, you will arrive at West Street Station, with an estimated total cost of 1 yuan.

By Tourist Shuttle Bus

Upon exiting the station, you can take a tourist shuttle bus to Yangshuo Fengming Tourist Transfer Center. Once at Fengming Tourist Transfer Center, transfer to other modes of transportation to reach West Street.

By Taxi

Upon exiting Yangshuo Station, you can directly take a taxi to West Street. The distance between Yangshuo Station and Yangshuo West Street is approximately 8-10 kilometers. Taxi fares are calculated based on local standards and may vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day.

Cycling or Walking

Weather permitting and if you have the stamina, you can also choose to cycle or walk to West Street. However, this method is time-consuming and physically demanding, suitable for visitors familiar with the local environment who do not mind spending extra time.

From Xingping Ancient Town to Yangshuo Railway Station

From Xingping Ancient Town to Yangshuo Railway Station, there are mainly several options available:

By Public Transportation

• Yangshuo High-Speed Rail Line 2: You can board Yangshuo High-Speed Rail Line 2 at Xingping Bus Station, which directly connects to Yangshuo High-Speed Rail Station. The operating hours are from 7:30 to 19:10 in Xingping, with a typical fare of 5 yuan.
• Other Bus Transfers: You can take a shuttle bus from Xingping to Yangshuo County first. Upon reaching Yangshuo County, you can transfer to a bus or special line heading to Yangshuo High-Speed Rail Station.

By Taxi

Taxi Service: You have the option to hail a taxi directly from Xingping Ancient Town to Yangshuo Railway Station. The total distance is approximately 8-9 kilometers, with fares typically ranging between 50-80 yuan.

From Yangshuo Railway Station to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport

There are several common transportation options from Yangshuo Railway Station to Guilin Airport:

By Airport Shuttle

• Route and Stops: You can take the airport shuttle bus directly from Yangshuo Bus Station to Guilin Airport T2 Terminal.
• Schedule: Departures from Yangshuo Bus Station are at 8:00, 9:30, 11:00, 12:30, 14:00, 16:00, 17:00, 18:00; Departures from Guilin Airport are at 9:30, 11:00, 12:30, 14:00, 15:30, 17:00, 20:00.
• Duration and Fare: The journey takes approximately 90 minutes with a fare of 60 yuan per person.

Carpooling

You can check with hotels or inns in Yangshuo for airport carpool services, or book carpooling through online travel platforms, local travel agencies, and other channels. Carpooling prices and times may vary depending on factors like vehicle type and number of passengers.

From Yangshuo Railway Station to Yangshuo Bus Station

Upon exiting Yangshuo Station, there are direct shuttle buses to Yangshuo County Bus Station. The journey takes about 1 hour, with a fare of 20 yuan. There are over ten departures per day, scheduled according to the high-speed rail stops. The earliest departure is at 6:30, with additional departures at 7:20, 9:30, 11:00, 11:20, 12:30, 13:00, 13:40, 16:00, 16:30, 17:20, 17:50, and 20:00.

The layout of Yangshuo Railway Station

Surrounded by slopes on both fronts, Yangshuo Station features platforms constructed atop the magnificent Yangshuo Multi-line Bridge, with a vertical drop of up to 20 meters to the front square. Situated in a karst region, over 70% of the station's foundation is crafted from karst caves. To ensure structural integrity, the station building and front square have been filled with nearly 100,000 cubic meters of earth and stone.

Internal Arrangement

• Ground Floor: Housing the ticketing hall and a comprehensive entrance service hall, the ticketing hall boasts 10 ticket windows, 1 self-service ticket machine, and 4 self-service ticket kiosks.
• Second Floor: Serving as the waiting area and entrance gate, this level accommodates 1200 seats within the waiting zone, capable of hosting around 1500 passengers at peak times. The entrance passage seamlessly connects with the waiting area. Additionally, the station offers amenities such as a VIP waiting lounge, barrier-free elevators, and electronic guidance displays.

External Layout

• Left side of the Front Square: Hosts a parking lot for public vehicles, providing stair access to the square.
• Right side of the Front Square: Houses the passenger vehicle yard, bus yard, and taxi parking lot. The front also features designated taxi pick-up points and adjacent taxi parking facilities.

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