Which station should I book for Xidi Village?
Book to Yixian East. It is the closest practical high-speed rail gateway for Xidi and is much closer than Huangshan North.
UNESCO village by train and bus
How to Get to Xidi Village by Train and Bus
Take a high-speed train to Yixian East, then continue by local bus or taxi to Xidi. Direct trains connect several major cities, while Shangrao travellers can connect through Huangshan North.
Rail routes to Yixian East for Xidi Village
Select an origin to draw the rail path to the station hub. The green dashed line is the schematic shuttle connection to Xidi Village.
Purple line is a route-planner reference for the rail network, not the exact route of one train.
- Cost
- Local bus or taxi; confirm the current fare at the station
- Duration
- About 10-20 minutes by road, roughly 7 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 Xidi.
Xidi is roughly 7 km from Yixian East; allow about 10-20 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 Hongcun, so the two villages can be combined with a local transfer.
Xidi 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 Xidi. From the station, continue by local bus or taxi for the short 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 current 12306 snapshot| From | Railway station | Direct trains | Fastest | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shanghai上海 | Shanghai Hongqiao | 2 | 2h50m | 11:38 | 14:21 |
| Hangzhou杭州 | Hangzhou West | 4 | 1h34m | 07:49 | 15:43 |
| Suzhou苏州 | Suzhou | 1 | 4h38m | 11:01 | 11:01 |
| Shangrao上饶 | Shangrao | No direct snapshot | Via Huangshan North | -- | -- |
| Hefei合肥 | Hefei South | 8 | 1h43m | 07:10 | 13:35 |
| Nanchang南昌 | Nanchang East | 3 | 1h24m | 09:37 | 16:47 |
| Beijing北京 | Beijing South | 1 | 6h47m | 07:17 | 07:17 |
| Guangzhou广州 | Guangzhou East | 1 | 6h42m | 11:44 | 11:44 |
| Shenzhen深圳 | Shenzhen North | 1 | 5h59m | 08:56 | 08:56 |
Yixian East puts Xidi within a short road transfer
Xidi is a UNESCO-listed Huizhou village in Yixian County, Anhui, known for its arched memorial archways, stone lanes and preserved Ming and Qing architecture.
Yixian East is the closest practical high-speed rail station. The final road transfer is short, but travellers should still confirm the bus or taxi pickup point after arrival.
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, confirm the local bus or taxi pickup point for Xidi. The village is close to the station, but the final stop and operating hours can change.
Shanghai, Hangzhou, Hefei and Nanchang have the most useful 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 same station can also be used for Hongcun, making a two-village itinerary practical by local transport.
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.
Xidi is a heritage village with ticketed entry. Check the official opening, ticket and reservation information before arrival.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get from Yixian East to Xidi?
Use a local bus or taxi. The road distance is short, roughly 7 km, and commonly takes about 10-20 minutes. Verify the current pickup point 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 Xidi.
Can I visit Xidi and Hongcun on the same trip?
Yes. Both villages are in Yixian County and can be reached from Yixian East. Check local bus or taxi connections between the villages and allow time for entrance procedures.
Do I need a ticket or reservation for Xidi?
Xidi is a paid heritage attraction. Check the official ticket, opening 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 Xidi ticketsTrip.com attraction product page.
