How to Travel from Beijing to Zhangjiajie
Zhangjiajie is 2,168 kilometers from Beijing by high-speed rail and 1,345 kilometers by plane. Both flights and trains travel from Beijing to Zhangjiajie. Traveling by air is the best option for speed and comfort.
Beijing to Zhangjiajie Map
Beijing to Zhangjiajie by Flight
- Duration: 2.5-3 hours
- Terminals: Beijing Capital Airport (PEK), Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX), Zhangjiajie Hehua Airport (DYG)
- Number of Flights: 1 to 2 pairs of direct flights in peak travel season
- Ticket Prices: from CNY 640 to CNY 1,600 for the economic class
The best way to travel from Beijing to Zhangjiajie is by flight. There are 1~2 direct flights available daily, with a flight time of approximately 3 hours. Since these flights typically depart in the early morning or late evening, you can enjoy a full day in either Beijing or Zhangjiajie.
The flights depart from either Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) or Daxing Airport (PKX) and land at Zhangjiajie Hehua Airport (DYG), which is just a 50-minute drive from Wulingyuan, a district covering Zhangjiajie National Forest Park.
There is no direct bus from Zhangjiajie Airport to Wulingyuan. If you book a Zhangjiajie tour with us, your private guide and driver will pick you up at the airport and take you to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Tianmen Mountain, your hotel in Wulingyuan, and any other places you want to go.
Beijing to Zhangjiajie by High-speed Train
- Distance: 2,168 kilometers (1,347 miles)
- Shortest Duration: 10 hours and 39 minutes
- Terminals: Beijing West Station, Zhangjiajie West Station
- Number of Trains: 1 pair of daytime G-train
- Ticket Prices: CNY 1,040 for the second class, CNY 1,676.5 for the first class
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Opened in December 2021, the Beijing-Zhangjiajie high-speed rail covers a distance of 2,168 kilometers and takes 10.5-11.5 hours to travel.
Beijing - Zhangjiajie Bullet Train Time
| Train No. | Departure - Arrival | Duration | Terminals |
|---|---|---|---|
| G689 | 09:20-20:34 | 11 hrs 14 mins | Beijing West to Zhangjiajie West |
| G687 | 10:26-21:05 | 10 hrs 39 mins | Zhangjiajie West to Beijing West |
Beijing - Zhangjiajie High-speed Train Price
| Second-class | First-class | Business-class |
|---|---|---|
| CNY 1,040 (US$149) | CNY 1676.5 (US$240) | CNY 3544.5 (US$506) |
Beijing to Zhangjiajie by Overnight Sleeper Train
- Shortest duration: 18 hours 1 minute
- Terminals: Beijing West Station, Zhangjiajie West Station, Zhangjiajie Railway Station
- Number of trains: 3 pairs of overnight trains
- Ticket Prices: from CNY 537 to CNY 1,057 for the soft sleeper
Unless you have a lot of time or are on a very tight budget, it would be a miserable journey to travel directly from Beijing to Zhangjiajie by overnight train because it takes almost a full day.
| Beijing West Railway Station to Zhangjiajie West Railway Station | |||
| Train No. | Departure - Arrival | Duration | Softer Sleeper Ticket |
|---|---|---|---|
| Z295 | 11:14-05:15+1 | 18 hours 1 minute | CNY 598 (US$85) |
| K267 | 13:13-12:42+1 | 23 hours 29 minutes | CNY 537 (US$77) |
| K473 | 15:13-15:50+1 | 24 hours 37 minutes | CNY 537 (US$77) |
| Zhangjiajie West Railway Station to Beijing West Railway Station | |||
| Train No. | Departure - Arrival | Duration | Softer Sleeper Ticket |
|---|---|---|---|
| K268 | 12:22-11:46+1 | 23 hours 24 minutes | CNY 537 (US$77) |
| K474 | 14:19-14:48+1 | 24 hours 29 minutes | CNY 537 (US$77) |
| Z297 | 21:35-15:55+1 | 18 hours 20 minutes | CNY 598 (US$85) |
Notes:
“+1” means the second day.
The schedule listed above is for reference only. Go to China Train Ticket Service for the real-time schedule and ticket booking.
Beijing to Zhangjiajie Flight or Train?
We recommend that tourists travel between Beijing and Zhangjiajie by plane instead of using the high-speed rail.
Firstly, even the fastest train journey exceeds 10 hours, consuming a whole day of daylight.
Secondly, a second-class seat on the high-speed rail costs CNY1,040, which is not significantly cheaper than airfare, with discounted plane tickets often available for under CNY1,000.
Zhangjiajie's airport is conveniently located in the city center, whereas the high-speed rail station is far away.
Beijing to Zhangjiajie Tour with Us
We can offer you a hassle-free round-trip tour from Beijing to Zhangjiajie. We will take care of all the details—transportation, accommodations, and schedules—and our local guides will ensure you navigate smoothly and avoid the crowds.
- 4-Day Zhangjiajie City Essence Tour
- 2-Day Zhangjiajie National Forest Park Tour
- 10-Day Zhangjiajie and China Gateway Cities
Check out our popular Zhangjiajie tour packages, or contact us directly with your travel plans. Our travel experts will tailor a tour based on your specific preferences.