Quick Answer
Recommended Route Steps
- 1. Get to Chadianzi Bus Station: Take Chengdu Metro Line 2 to Chadianzi Station (茶店子站), Exit A. The bus station is directly adjacent. Allow 30–45 minutes from central Chengdu.
- 2. Buy your ticket: Go to the ticket counter and show your passport. Say "四姑娘山" (Sìgūniang Shān) or "日隆" (Rìlóng — former name). Tickets cost CNY 90–120. You can also book via the WeChat mini-program "天府出行" but this requires a Chinese phone number — ask your hotel to help.
- 3. Show your passport: Foreign passports are accepted at the counter. Bring your physical passport.
- 4. Find the right bus: Check the departure board for "四姑娘山" or "小金" (Xiǎojīn — the bus passes through Xiaojin County). Buses are typically medium coaches.
- 5. Get off at Siguniangshan Town: The bus arrives at Siguniangshan Town (四姑娘山镇, formerly Rilong Town 日隆镇) after ~4–5 hours. The route crosses Balang Mountain pass (4,500m).
- 6. Continue to the trailhead: Siguniangshan Town is small — guesthouses, the park entrance, and trailheads are within walking distance. The town sits at 3,200m; acclimatize before hiking.
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Precise Location Info
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我要去四姑娘山,请问这辆车是否经过?
I'm going to 四姑娘山 (Siguniangshan Town (Mount Siguniang)). Does this bus stop there?
请问从哪里上车?几点发车?
Where do I board? What time does it depart?
到四姑娘山多少钱?
How much is the fare to 四姑娘山 (Siguniangshan Town (Mount Siguniang))?
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Ticket & Payment Tips
- Trip.com: Private transfers can be booked, but not the public bus. Use for car charter options.
- WeChat mini-program "天府出行" (Tianfu Travel): The official booking platform, but requires a Chinese phone number. Ask your Chengdu hotel to book on your behalf.
- Foreign passport: Accepted at the Chadianzi Bus Station counter. Bring your physical passport.
- Chinese phone number: Required for WeChat booking. Not needed for on-site purchase.
- On-site purchase: Available at Chadianzi Bus Station. In peak season (summer, October), arrive early or book the day before.
- Payment: Cash (CNY), WeChat Pay, and Alipay accepted at the station. International credit cards not accepted.
- Railway note: A new railway line from Chengdu to Siguniangshan is under construction and expected to open around 2028.
Seasonal Notes & Warnings
- ⚠️Summer rainy season — landslides possible on Balang Mountain. Winter icy roads — SUV recommended. Railway under construction (expected 2028). Siguniangshan Town sits at 3,200m altitude.
Schedules and fares may change seasonally. Always confirm locally before travel.
Return Journey
To return to Chengdu, take a bus from Siguniangshan Town back to Chadianzi Bus Station. Buses typically depart in the morning. Ask your guesthouse to confirm the schedule. Alternatively, arrange a private transfer through Trip.com or your accommodation.
Backup Options
What if the bus is full or you miss the last departure?
Private transfer via Trip.com (CNY 500–1000); DiDi intercity (CNY 600–800); Self-drive ~200km via National Highway 303.
Verification & Updates
Schedules and fares may change seasonally. This information was last checked on 2026-08-03.
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Last verified: 2026-08-03 · Verification method: Locally Verified