Xian and Zhangjiajie are both popular tourist destinations in China, with one famous for its rich historical culture and the other famous for its magnificent natural scenery.
The total distance from Xian to Zhangjiajie is about 930 kilometers, which takes more than 11 hours to drive on the highway. So self-driving or bus is not suggested. A trip from Xian to Zhangjiajie by airplane or train is a better option.
Travel from Xian to Zhangjiajie by Airplane (Fastest)
The most convenient way for Xian to Zhangjiajie trips is by airplane. Please note that direct flights are only available during the peak season from April to October.
The direct flight from Xian Xianyang International Airport to Zhangjiajie Hehua Airport takes approximately 1.5 to 2 hours. Passengers can check flight information in advance on the official websites of major airlines or online tourism platforms, and make choices based on personal itinerary and budget. After arriving at Zhangjiajie Hehua Airport, you can choose to take the airport shuttle bus or take a taxi to various scenic spots in Zhangjiajie.
Travel from Xian to Zhangjiajie Via Changsha
Another mode of transportation from Xian to Zhangjiajie is to transfer in Changsha (the capital city of Hunan Province) – first take an airplane or high-speed train to Changsha, and then take the high-speed train from Changsha to Zhangjiajie.
Xian to Changsha by Train + Changsha to Zhangjiajie by Train
Currently, there is no direct train from Xian to Zhangjiajie. You can first take the G520, G816, G1166, G824 and other high-speed trains from Xian North to Changsha South, and then transfer to G5884, D7482, G5876, G689 and other high-speed trains to Zhangjiajie West. The entire journey takes about 8.5 – 10 hours, and the second-class ticket price is approximately RMB 900.
Xian to Changsha by Airplane + Changsha to Zhangjiajie by Train
You can choose to take the direct flight from Xian to Changsha first. There are multiple flights from Xian Xianyang International Airport to Changsha Huanghua International Airport every day, with a total flight duration of about 2 hours. Then take the high-speed train from Changsha South Railway Station to Zhangjiajie, which takes about 2 hours to arrive.
From Changsha Huanghua Airport to Changsha South Railway Station:
Over 18 kilometers, which takes about 30 minutes and costs around RMB 50 by taxi;
Or taking the Maglev Express, which costs 36 minutes and ticket price is RMB 20; alternatively, taking the airport shuttle bus (south railway station line), which costs 55 minutes and the ticket price is RMB 25.
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How to Get to Top Zhangjiajie Attractions
- Tianmen Mountain: About 10 kilometers south of Zhangjiajie Airport, which costs 20 minutes by car or taxi; about 15 kilometers south of Zhangjiajie West Railway Station, which costs 30 minutes by car or taxi
- Wulingyuan Scenic Area(Zhangjiajie National Forest Park): About 35 kilometers north of Zhangjiajie Airport, which costs 45 minutes by car or taxi; about 27 kilometers north of Zhangjiajie West Railway Station, which costs 35 minutes by car or taxi
- Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon: About 60 kilometers northeast of Zhangjiajie Airport, which costs 70 minutes by car or taxi; about 50 kilometers north of Zhangjiajie West Railway Station, which costs around 1 hour by car or taxi
- Fenghuang Ancient Town: About 210 kilometers southwest of Zhangjiajie Airport, which costs nearly 3 hours by car or taxi; about 215 kilometers north of Zhangjiajie West Railway Station, which costs nearly 3 hours by car or taxi
- Furong Ancient Town: About 80 kilometers southwest of Zhangjiajie Airport, which costs 1.5 hours by car or taxi; about 85 kilometers southwest of Zhangjiajie West Railway Station, which costs 1.5 hours by car or taxi
How to Plan a Xian to Zhangjiajie Tour
Embark on amazing Xian and Zhangjiajie tours, to experience these two very different places in China.
Xian, a city that carries the glorious history of thirteen dynasties, has rich historical relics and unique cultural heritage. The charm of this millennium-old capital lies in the interweaving of history and cuisine. During your Xian travel, don’t miss a great many cultural attractions, such as the Terracotta Warriors, the ancient City Wall, the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, the Datang Everbright City, the Shaanxi History Museum, the Bell and Drum Towers, etc. to explore the memory of history through the tunnel of time and space; Taste Xian famous food and satisfy your taste buds at the Muslim Quarter and Yongxingfang; You can also experience the charming night in Xian or climb the Mount Huashan that is famous for its precipitousness.
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Then, head southward to start a marvellous Zhangjiajie travel. Located in the northwest of Hunan Province, Zhangjiajie is famous for its unique stone peaks and magnificent natural landscapes. This place is known as the “fairyland on earth” and is an excellent summer resort with beautiful mountain and water scenery, attracting countless tourists to come for sightseeing.
During your Zhangjiajie tours, you can go to Tianmen Mountain to experience the thrilling glass skywalk and the longest cableway, go to the Wulingyuan Scenic Area (a world natural heritage), which consists of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Tianzi Mountain, Yuanjiajie, Golden Whip Stream, Huangshi Village, and Yangjiajie, etc. to appreciate the natural beauty of beautiful peaks, waters and sea of cloud, and the real “Avatar Mountains”, go to Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon to challenge the highest and longest glass bridge in the world; and also go to Fenghuang Ancient Town to explore the charming water town of Miao nationality in Western Hunan, or go to Furong Ancient Town to feel the ancient town hanging over waterfall.
Welcome to the Xian to Zhangjiajie travel, full of historical exploration and natural adventures which will definitely leave you with unforgettable memories!
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