Wudang Mountain is not only a holy place of Taoism, but also a World Heritage Site. How to get to Wudang Mountain and experience its magnificent natural scenery, profound cultural heritage and unique traditional martial arts, the following transportation guide will facilitate your journey.
How to get to Wudang Mountain?
How to reach Wudang Mountain from all over the world?
Step 1: Fly to a major hub city in China
Recommended airports: Beijing (PEK), Shanghai (PVG), Guangzhou (CAN), Wuhan (WUH), Xi’an (XIY).
Direct flight routes for reference:
Europe: Frankfurt→Beijing (Lufthansa, 10 hours); London→Shanghai (British Airways, 11 hours).
North America: Los Angeles→Guangzhou (China Southern Airlines, 15 hours); Vancouver→Shanghai (Air Canada, 12 hours).
Asia: Singapore → Wuhan (Cool Air, 5 hours); Seoul → Xi’an (Korean Air, 3 hours).
Step 2: Transfer domestic to Wudang Mountain
Best option: Fly to Shiyan Wudangshan Airport (WDS)
Currently only Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Wuhan, Chongqing, Xiamen and other cities have direct flights to Shiyan (see below for specific flight information).
Airport → Scenic Area Transportation:
Airport bus: take the “Wudang Mountain Scenic Spot Special Line” after leaving the airport, the ticket price is 10 yuan, every 30 minutes, the ride takes 50 minutes.
Cab: about 100 RMB, By Meter.
Alternative: Fly to Wuhan/Xi’an and transfer to high-speed train
Wuhan Tianhe Airport (WUH) → Wuhan Station (direct subway line 2, 40 minutes) → Wudangshan West Station (2 hours by high speed train).
Xi’an Xianyang Airport (XIY) → Xi’an North Railway Station (1 hour by airport bus) → Wudangshan West Railway Station (2 hours by high-speed rail).
How to get to Wudang Mountain from major cities in China?
Beijing → Wudang Mountain
Airplane:
Direct flight: United Airlines of China KN5830 (Beijing Daxing→Shiyan, 20:25-22:20, weekly 1/3/5/7).
Travel time: about 2 hours, ticket price about 800-1200 RMB.
High-speed train:
Route: Beijing West Railway Station → Wuhan Station (4-5 hours), transfer to high speed train to Wudangshan West Railway Station (2 hours).
Total time consumed: about 7 hours, second class ticket price about 600 RMB.
Shanghai→Wudang Mountain
Airplane:
Direct flight: Spring Airlines 9C8724 (Shanghai Pudong → Shiyan, 19:45-22:05, daily).
High-speed train:
Route: Shanghai Hongqiao→Wuhan Station (4.5 hours), transfer to Wudangshan West Station (2 hours).
Guangzhou→Wudang Mountain
Airplane:
Direct flight: United Airlines of China KN5829 (Guangzhou→Shiyan, 10:50-13:00, weekly 1/3/5/7).
High-speed train:
Route: Guangzhou South→Wuhan Station (4 hours), transfer to high speed train to Wudangshan West Station.
Qingdao→Wudangshan
Airplane: Beibu Gulf Air GX8919 (Qingdao→Shiyan, 07:40-09:10, weekly 1/3/5/7)
High Speed train: Qingdao→Zhengzhou East (4 hours), transfer to Wudangshan West Station (2.5 hours).
Chengdu→Wudang Mountain
Airplane: China Eastern Airlines MU2516 (Chengdu→Shiyan, 18:45-20:30, weekly 1/3/5).
High-speed train: Chengdu East→Xi’an North (3 hours), transfer to Wudangshan West Railway Station (1.5 hours).
Chongqing → Wudang Mountain
Airplane: Tianjin Airlines GS6583 (Chongqing→Shiyan, 06:55-08:20, weekly 2/4/6).
High-speed train: Chongqing North→Wudangshan West Railway Station (5 hours)
Xiamen→Wudang Mountain
Airplane: MF8328 (Xiamen→Shiyan, 2 hours, weekly 1/3/5/7)
Take the “Wudang Mountain Scenic Spot Line” airport bus from Shiyan Airport, the fare is 10 RMB, every 30 minutes, the ride is 50 minutes.
From Wudang Mountain West Station, 15 kilometers, 50 minutes by car.
Tickets
Airline Ticket Booking
International flights: We recommend Skyscanner or Expedia.
China domestic flights: use Trip.com.
Train Ticket Booking
Official website: 12306.cn (passport registration required).
Third-party platform: Trip.com Provides English interface and supports overseas credit cards.
Wudang Mountain Scenic Area Ticket
Price:
Full ticket: 240 RMB (including scenic bus + Golden Peak + Zixiao Palace).
Ropeway Ticket: 80RMB for one way, 150RMB for two ways (purchased on site).
Ticket Purchase Method:
On-site ticket purchase: support cash, Alipay (Alipay), WeChat Pay (WeChat Pay).
Online booking: Purchase 1 day in advance through Meituan or Ctrip (Chinese cell phone number registration required).
Accommodation and Food Recommendations
Accommodation in the scenic area:
Crow’s Nest Hotel: cost-effective, standard room about 200 yuan / night, can be booked for sunrise wake-up call service.
Taiji Clubhouse: high-end choice, including Taiji morning exercise course (English instructor), room rates from RMB 800.
Dietary Suggestions:
Must-try Taoist vegetarian food: the Taoist fasting restaurant near Zixiao Palace recommends the Taiji tofu (about 50 RMB per serving).
Avoid spicy dishes: Hubei’s cuisine is heavy, so emphasize “No Spicy” when ordering.
Best Itinerary (2 days 1 night)
Day 1: Prince’s Slope → Zixiao Palace → Nanyan Palace (Dragon’s Head Incense on the Cliff) → Overnight at Crow’s Ridge. Day 2: Hike to the top at 4am (about 2.5 hours) → Sunrise at Golden Peak → Qiongtai Ropeway downhill.
Must have APP
Map navigation: Google Maps (VPN required). Taxi software: DiDi (international version supports English, bind credit card).
Precautions
Taoist etiquette:
Address Taoist priests as “Taoist Master” or “Shifu”, avoid using words such as “monk”.
Avoid making loud noises when entering the Taoist temple, and do not point your finger at the statue or step on the threshold of the door.
Hiking safety:
Wear non-slip sports shoes, as the mountainous areas have many steep steps.
Carry light snacks and drinking water with you (available on the mountainside for about 5 RMB/bottle).
Weather and equipment:
There is a big temperature difference between day and night in Wudang Mountain, with an average temperature of 10-15°C in March, so it is recommended to bring a windproof jacket.
Rain gear is required during the rainy season (June-August), and non-slip equipment is required in winter.