Located in southwest China, Guizhou is a charming province, known for its magnificent natural scenery and rich minority cultures. It has a well-developed transportation network, including highways, railroads, waterways and airways, and all are equipped with advanced transportation facilities and services.
Guizhou is also an important transportation hub, bordering by Sichuan, Chongqing, Hunan, Guangxi and Yunnan, with convenient transportation to all places. This guide will provide a detailed Guizhou transportation information for those planning a trip to Guizhou.
How to Get to Guizhou
The main means of transport to Guizhou are airplanes, trains, and buses. Here are detailed Guizhou transportation information about them.
By Air
There are several airports in Guizhou, including Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport, Zunyi Xinzhou Airport, Zunyi Maotai Airport and Xingyi Wanfenglin Airport. Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport is the largest transportation hub in Guizhou, offering domestic flights.
Flights to Guizhou：
- Flights from Beijingto Guizhou usually have a flight time of 2 hours 30 min to 3 hours.
- Flights from Shanghaito Guizhou usually have a flight time of 3 hours.
- Flights from Guangzhouto Guizhou usually have a flight time of 1 hours 30min to 2 hours 30min.
By Train
There are many high-speed railway stations in Guizhou, the most important of which are Guiyangbei Railway Station, Guiyangdong Railway Station and Longdongbao Railway Station. These stations connect several cities and regions.
High Speed Train to Guizhou:
- From Shanghai, there is no direct high-speed rail line to Guizhou at present, so you need to transfer from other cities. The whole journey takes about 7 to 9 hours.
- The high-speed rail line from Beijing to Guizhou is more convenient, with several high-speed rail trains arriving at Guiyangbei Railway Station. The whole journey takes about 8 to 10 hours.
- From Chengdu, there are several high-speed trains directly to Guiyangbei Railway Station. The whole journey takes about 3 to 5 hours.
By Bus
Taking a bus is an affordable way of transportation to Guizhou. Guiyang has several long-distance bus stations with buses to different destinations in Guizhou province and neighboring provinces. The main bus stations are Guiyang Passenger Station and Guiyang Longdongbao Bus Terminal.
You can take a bus to Guizhou from Suzhou, Chengdu, Chongqing and other cities. The specific time and ticket price change according to the season and route.
Recommend Classic Guizhou tours:
- 4 Days Guizhou Highlights Tour
- 7 Days Guizhou In-depth Tour
- 8 Days Western Guizhou Tour: Landscape Discovery
How to Get around Guizhou
The main means of transport in Guizhou are bus, train, taxi and bike. The following Guizhou transportation information can help you on your Guizhou tours.
Take a Train or Bus
Guiyang, as the capital city of Guizhou, has a well-developed high-speed rail network that connects a number of important cities and regions in Guizhou. The main high-speed rail stations in Guiyang are Guiyangdong Railway Station, Guiyang Railway Station and Guiyangbei Railway Station.
Long-distance buses are convenient in Guizhou, with several provincial routes. Guiyang Passenger Station mainly travels to Zunyi, Anshun, Bijie. Guiyang Longdongbao Bus Terminal travels to Kaili, Duyun, Libo. Choose the buses and routes according to your trip.
Rent a Car or Hire a Taxi
Rent a car for a provincial tour in Guizhou is a great option that allows you to explore the natural beauty and culture of the province more freely. Guizhou’s terrain is complex, SUVs or Off-Road Vehicle are usually better suited for mountain roads.
Take a taxi is also a convenient and quick way to get around Guizhou. The starting fare during the day is 10 RMB (for the first 3km), and 1.8 RMB per kilometer thereafter.
Take a Cruise
There are several scenic lakes in Guizhou that can be visited by cruise. The famous cruise attractions include Tianhetan Scenic Spot, Baihua Lake, and Wanfeng Lake. You can take a cruise to enjoy the beautiful scenery around the lake and river.
By Bikes
There are many scenic places to explore by bike in Guizhou. Several cycling routes are available, such as Huaxi Wetland route and Hongfeng Lake route. Some spots in Guizhou have complex terrain and you need to plan well before you ride.
Guizhou Transportation to Popular Spots
Huangguoshu Waterfall
The Huangguoshu Waterfall is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Guizhou, located in Anshun. From Anshunxi Railway Station to Huangguoshu Waterfall, you can choose bus or taxi. It takes about 45 minutes by bus and 40 minutes by taxi.
Xijiang Miao Village
Located in Leishan County, Xijiang Miao Village is a charming minority village known for its stunning natural scenery and rich Miao culture. Take high speed train from Guiyang to Kaili.Upon arrival at Kailinan Railway Station, take the bus directly to Xijiang Miao Village for about 40 minutes.
Fanjing Mountain
Fanjing Mountain, located in Tongren, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From Tongren Railway Station, you can take a bus to Fanjing Mountain, which takes about 3 to 4 hours. Also drive to Fanjing Mountain from Guiyang, which is 260 kilometers and takes about 4 hours.
Kaili
Kaili is a great place to explore the rich minority cultures of the Miao and Dong. Take a high-speed train from Guiyangbei Railway Station or Guiyangdong Railway Station to Kaili, the travel time is 30 min to 1 hour. Or take a bus from Guiyang, which takes about 2.5 hours.
Zhenyuan Ancient Town
Zhenyuan Ancient Town is a well-preserved ancient town located in Zhenyuan County, known for its majestic architecture and rich history. Take a bus from Guiyang to reach Zhenyuan, which takes about 3.5 hours and costs 69-80 RMB. Or take a train from Kaili to Zhenyuan Ancient City, which takes about 1.5 hours and costs 14.5 RMB.
