Quick Answer
Recommended Route Steps
- 1. Arrive at Huangshan North Station: Take a high-speed train to Huangshan North (黄山北站). The Tourism Passenger Transport Center (黄山旅游客运中心) is located inside the station — follow the signs after exiting the train.
- 2. Buy your bus ticket: Purchase a ticket to the Huangshan South Gate (黄山南大门) at the transport center counter. Cost: CNY 30 one-way. You can also book via the WeChat mini-program "黄山旅游官方平台", or through Ctrip, Fliggy, or Qunar.
- 3. Foreign passport: Accepted for train tickets via 12306 and for scenic area entry. The bus can be purchased on-site without ID.
- 4. Board the bus: Buses to the South Gate (南大门) depart from the transport center. The journey takes approximately 50 minutes.
- 5. Arrive at South Gate Transfer Center: The bus drops you at the Huangshan South Gate Transfer Center (南大门换乘中心) in Tangkou Town (汤口镇).
- 6. Take the park shuttle: From the transfer center, take the park's internal shuttle bus to either the Yungu Cable Car (云谷索道) or Yuping Cable Car (玉屏索道) base station. Then ride the cable car up to begin your hike. Free entry on the first Wednesday of each month!
Transport Mode Comparison
Precise Location Info
🇨🇳 Show This to the Driver
Screenshot or copy the Chinese text below and show it to bus station staff or taxi drivers.
我要去黄山风景区(南大门),请问这辆车是否经过?
I'm going to 黄山风景区(南大门) (Huangshan South Gate Transfer Center). 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?
到黄山风景区(南大门)多少钱?
How much is the fare to 黄山风景区(南大门) (Huangshan South Gate Transfer Center)?
💡 Tip: Take a screenshot of the Chinese text above and keep it on your phone. You can also copy it into Baidu Translate for audio playback.
Ticket & Payment Tips
- Trip.com: Can book train tickets and accepts international credit cards. Also lists bus options.
- 12306 (official railway): Supports foreign passport for train ticket booking to Huangshan North.
- WeChat mini-program "黄山旅游官方平台" (Huangshan Tourism Official Platform): Books bus tickets. Requires Chinese phone number — ask your hotel to help.
- Foreign passport: Accepted for train tickets, bus purchase, and scenic area entry. Bring your physical passport.
- Chinese phone number: Required for WeChat booking. Not needed for on-site bus purchase.
- On-site purchase: Bus tickets available at the transport center inside the station. Cash, WeChat Pay, Alipay, and UnionPay accepted.
- Free entry: Huangshan offers free entrance on the first Wednesday of each month — plan accordingly for savings.
Seasonal Notes & Warnings
- ⚠️Last bus typically departs by 19:00. Best months: March–May and September–November. Winter: West Sea Grand Canyon may close — bring crampons. Free entry on the first Wednesday of each month.
Schedules and fares may change seasonally. Always confirm locally before travel.
Return Journey
To return, take the park shuttle from the South Gate Transfer Center back to Huangshan North Station. The last bus typically departs by 19:00. In winter, the West Sea Grand Canyon may be closed — bring crampons for icy paths. Taxi/DiDi is a reliable backup (CNY 120–160, ~40 minutes).
Backup Options
What if the bus is full or you miss the last departure?
Taxi/DiDi ~CNY 120–160, ~40 minutes. Bus to East Gate (CNY 35) or North Gate (CNY 50).
Verification & Updates
Schedules and fares may change seasonally. This information was last checked on 2026-08-03.
Spotted a change? Report a Route Update via WhatsApp and help fellow travelers.
Last verified: 2026-08-03 · Verification method: Officially Verified