Quick answer: Changbaishan Station (长白山站) is the high-speed rail station in Erdaobaihe, the North Slope town. It opened on 24 December 2021 on the Dunhua–Baihe line, and the trip from Changchun takes about 2.5 hours. From the station it's a short taxi ride to town hotels and the North Gate, so it's the easiest way in for a North Slope trip.
KEY FACTS
- Location: Erdaobaihe, Antu County, at about 900 m in forest.
- Line: Dunhua–Baihe high-speed railway, run by China Railway Shenyang.
- Trains: several direct high-speed services a day from Changchun, with extras in peak season. See 12306.
- Best for: the North Slope and Erdaobaihe hotels.
Booking tips
- Search for 长白山 / Changbaishan as your destination on 12306 or a booking agency, not "Changbai" or "Baihe".
- Book the moment sales open for July–August weekends and 1–7 October.
- Foreigners book and board with their passport. Bring the same one to the gates.
From the station
| Going to | How | Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Erdaobaihe town hotels | Taxi, a short ride | Some hotels offer station pick-ups, so ask |
| Resorts near the North Gate | Hotel shuttle or taxi | Taxi queues can be long on holidays |
| North Slope scenic area | From Erdaobaihe to the North Gate | Don't enter on arrival day |
| West Slope / Songjianghe | Private car | A long ride, so stay a night in Erdaobaihe first |
Practical tips
- In winter the platform and town are very cold. Put your coat on before you get off.
- On departure day, allow at least two hours after leaving the mountain for queues and transfers.
- With luggage or children, pre-arrange a hotel pick-up.
More: Changchun to Changbaishan · North Slope hotels
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