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How to get from Zhangjiajie to Furong Town

Take the train. It's 23 minutes from Zhangjiajie West to Furongzhen station, then a short taxi ride to the village.

Furong Town, the village built on a waterfall, by day
Furong by day.

Step by step

  • Get to Zhangjiajie West station. From Wulingyuan, the town at the park gate, count about 30 minutes by taxi.
  • Take the train to Furongzhen. The fastest ones take 23 minutes. Trains →
  • Take a taxi or a Didi to the village. The station is about 6 km away.

Book it ahead

There aren't many trains on this line, so check the times before you plan your day. Your passport is your ticket, so keep it on you, and get to the station 30 to 45 minutes early.

Going the other way

  • Furong back to Zhangjiajie West: same 23 minutes. Trains →
  • Fenghuang to Furong: about 40 minutes. Trains →

Sleep there if you can

You could do Furong as a day trip, but the best part starts after dark. I'd stay one night. Here's where to sleep.

Quick answers

How long is the train from Zhangjiajie to Furong Town?

23 minutes on the fastest trains, from Zhangjiajie West to Furongzhen.

How far is Furongzhen station from the village?

About 6 km, so take a taxi or a Didi.

Can I visit Furong Town as a day trip from Zhangjiajie?

Yes, but you'd miss the waterfall lit up after sunset, which is the reason to come. I'd stay one night.

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