Public Transportation
1. By Long-Distance Bus (Budget-Friendly)
Main Routes:
From Guangyuan Bus Terminal: To Zhaohua: Public bus/shuttle (30 mins, ¥5) To Jiange: Shuttle bus (1 hour, ¥20)
Direct buses from Chengdu/Chongqing to Jiange (limited tourist lines)
Best for: Cost-conscious racers from nearby cities.
2. By Car/Rental (Flexibility)
Driving Routes:
From Chengdu: G5 Chengdu-Guangyuan Expressway → Guangyuan Ring Road → Zhaohua/Jiange exit (~3 hours)
From Chongqing: G85 Chongqing-Guangyuan Expressway (~4 hours)
Best for: Teams or participants with heavy gear.
Railway Station
Most Convenient Option
Key Stations: Guangyuan Station (main hub): To Zhaohua: ~25-minute taxi (20 km) To Jiange: ~1-hour bus/taxi (50 km)
Jianmenguan Station (closest to Jiange scenic area): To Jiange venue: ~15-minute taxi (10 km)
Schedule Reference: Chengdu East Station → Guangyuan: 30+ daily trains (fastest: 1h10m) Chongqing North Station → Guangyuan: 15 daily trains (~2.5 hours)
Best for: Domestic participants seeking balance of speed and affordability.
Airport
Recommended for Long-Distance Participants
Nearest Airport: Guangyuan Panlong Airport (GYS) 15 km to Zhaohua District (20-minute drive) 60 km to Jiange County (1-hour drive)
Chengdu Shuangliu Airport (CTU)/Tianfu Airport (TFU) Transfer to high-speed rail to Guangyuan Station (~1.5 hours), then take ground transport
Best for: Out-of-province/international racers prioritizing speed.