Which station should I book for Hongcun Village?
Book to Yixian East. It is the closest practical high-speed rail gateway for Hongcun and is much closer than Huangshan North.
UNESCO village by train and bus
How to Get to Hongcun Village by Train and Bus
Take a high-speed train to Yixian East, then continue by local bus or taxi to Hongcun. Direct trains connect several major cities, while Shangrao travellers can connect through Huangshan North.
Rail routes to Yixian East for Hongcun Village
Select an origin to draw the rail path to the station hub. The green dashed line is the schematic shuttle connection to Hongcun Village.
The planner uses scheduled train stops when available and marks unavailable service with a grey dashed line.
- Cost
- Local bus, shuttle or taxi; confirm the current fare at the station
- Duration
- About 25-35 minutes by road, roughly 25 km depending on traffic and the final stop
- Schedule
- Local buses and taxis have been reported at Yixian East; verify the current pickup point, frequency and operating hours on arrival.
Green dashed line is a schematic connector, not the exact local road or shuttle route.
Yixian East is the closest practical high-speed gateway for Hongcun.
Hongcun is roughly 25 km from Yixian East; allow about 25-35 minutes by road.
Direct trains appear from Shanghai, Hangzhou, Suzhou, Hefei, Nanchang, Beijing, Guangzhou and Shenzhen in the current snapshot.
Suzhou, Beijing, Guangzhou and Shenzhen have limited direct departures; confirm the operating date on 12306.
Shangrao travellers can transfer through Huangshan North before continuing to Yixian East.
Huangshan North also has tourist buses serving Xidi and Hongcun; it can be a useful alternative when Yixian East has fewer suitable trains.
Yixian East is also useful for Xidi, so the two villages can be combined with a local transfer.
Hongcun is a ticketed heritage site; check opening hours and reservation rules before travel.
Quick answer
Take a high-speed train to Yixian East, the closest practical rail gateway for Hongcun. From the station, continue by local bus or taxi for the roughly 25 km road transfer to the village. Shanghai, Hangzhou, Suzhou, Hefei, Nanchang, Beijing, Guangzhou and Shenzhen have direct service in the current snapshot. Huangshan North also has tourist buses to Xidi and Hongcun and more external trains, so it is a useful alternative when Yixian East service does not fit.
Direct routes at a glance
Based on the 12306 timetable snapshot: October 23, 2026| From | Railway station | Direct trains | Fastest | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shanghai上海 | Shanghai Hongqiao | 3 | 2h50m | 11:38 | 14:21 |
| Hangzhou杭州 | Hangzhou West | 7 | 1h34m | 07:49 | 15:43 |
| Suzhou苏州 | Suzhou | 2 | 4h38m | 11:01 | 11:01 |
| Shangrao上饶 | Shangrao | No direct snapshot | Via Huangshan North | -- | -- |
| Hefei合肥 | Hefei South | 13 | 1h44m | 08:59 | 18:08 |
| Nanchang南昌 | Nanchang East | 6 | 1h24m | 09:37 | 16:47 |
| Beijing北京 | Beijing South | No direct snapshot | Transfer required | -- | -- |
| Guangzhou广州 | Guangzhou East | No direct snapshot | Transfer required | -- | -- |
| Shenzhen深圳 | Shenzhen North | 2 | 5h59m | 08:56 | 08:56 |
Yixian East is the practical rail gateway for Hongcun
Hongcun is a UNESCO-listed Huizhou village in Yixian County, Anhui, known for its whitewashed houses, reflective ponds and the moon pond at the centre of the village.
Yixian East is the closest practical high-speed rail station. The railway journey is only the first part; travellers still need a local bus or taxi to the village.
This guide uses the same Yixian East gateway for direct services from Shanghai, Hangzhou, Suzhou, Hefei, Nanchang, Beijing, Guangzhou and Shenzhen.
After arriving at Yixian East, follow signs for the local bus or taxi pickup area. Confirm the correct stop for Hongcun before boarding, because the village is outside Yixian town.
Shanghai, Hangzhou, Hefei and Nanchang have the most straightforward direct connections in the current snapshot. Suzhou, Beijing, Guangzhou and Shenzhen also have direct trains, but service is limited.
Shangrao travellers should first travel to Huangshan North and then continue to Yixian East. The station is also the practical rail gateway for Xidi, so a two-village itinerary can use the same railway hub.
Huangshan North also has tourist buses toward Xidi and Hongcun and more external train services. It can be the better choice when Yixian East timing is inconvenient, even though the road transfer is longer.
Hongcun is a heritage village with timed visitor arrangements in some seasons. Check the official ticket, opening and reservation information before arrival.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get from Yixian East to Hongcun?
Use a local bus, shuttle or taxi. The road distance is roughly 25 km and commonly takes about 25-35 minutes. Verify the current pickup point, frequency and fare at the station.
Can I use Huangshan North instead of Yixian East?
Yes. Huangshan North has tourist bus services toward Xidi and Hongcun and more long-distance train choices. A 2024 municipal notice listed the Hongcun service from 09:35 to 17:05, and the tourist bus corridor also passes Xidi. Verify the current timetable before travel because summer and winter services may change.
Which cities have direct trains to Yixian East?
The current snapshot includes direct service from Shanghai, Hangzhou, Suzhou, Hefei, Nanchang, Beijing, Guangzhou and Shenzhen. Suzhou, Beijing, Guangzhou and Shenzhen have limited departures, so confirm the operating date on 12306.
What should travellers from Shangrao do?
No direct Yixian East service appears in the current snapshot. Travel to Huangshan North first, then continue to Yixian East for the final transfer to Hongcun.
Can I visit Xidi and Hongcun together?
Yes, they are separate villages but both are reached from the Yixian area. Check local bus or taxi availability between the villages and allow enough time for both entrances and walking routes.
Do I need a ticket or reservation for Hongcun?
Hongcun is a paid heritage attraction. Check the official ticket and reservation rules for your travel date before arrival.
Sources
- China Railway 12306Official live schedules and ticket booking.
- UNESCO World Heritage Centre: Ancient Villages in Southern AnhuiBackground on the UNESCO-listed villages of Xidi and Hongcun.
- Yixian County GovernmentOfficial county website for local destination and visitor information.
- Huangshan Tourism Passenger Transport Center timetable noticeOfficial notice describing the Huangshan North tourist bus corridor via Xidi and Hongcun; verify current times before travel.
- Book Hongcun Village ticketsTrip.com attraction product page.
