How to Get to Jingdong County from Kunming
This article introduces the transportation between Jianshui County and Yuanyang County. Jianshui is called Lin’an in ancient times. There are well-preserved and magnificent Confucian temples, as well as a large number of ancient buildings such as Chaoyang Tower(朝阳楼), Shuanglong Bridge(双龙桥) and Zhujia Garden(朱家花园), which can be called Museum of Ancient Architecture.
How to Get Jianshui County from Yuanyang County?
By Bus
Yuanyang to Jianshui
There are many buses departing from Yuanyang Nansha Bus Station(元阳南沙客运站) to Jianshui County, and the schedule is listed as follow:
Bus Schedules
| Departure | Duration | Tickets Price |
| 07:20 | 3h30mins | CNY31 |
| 08:10 | 3h30mins | CNY31 |
| 08:48 | 3h30mins | CNY31 |
| 08:58 | 3h30mins | CNY31 |
| 09:32 | 3h30mins | CNY31 |
| 10:05 | 3h30mins | CNY31 |
| 10:22 | 3h30mins | CNY31 |
| 10:40 | 3h30mins | CNY31 |
| 11:14 | 3h30mins | CNY31 |
| 12:58 | 3h30mins | CNY31 |
| 13:28 | 3h30mins | CNY31 |
| 14:06 | 3h30mins | CNY31 |
| 14:26 | 3h30mins | CNY31 |
| 15:06 | 3h30mins | CNY31 |
| 15:46 | 3h30mins | CNY31 |
| 16:43 | 3h30mins | CNY31 |
| 18:40 | 3h30mins | CNY31 |
Yuanyang Nansha Bus Station
Add: No.121 Renming Road, Yuanyang County, Honghe Hani and Yi Autonomous Prefecture
Jianshui Bus Station
Add: Jianshui County, Honghe Hani and Yi Autonomous Prefecture
Jianshui to Yuanyang
There are a lot of buses running from Jianshui Bus Station (建水客运站) to Yuanyang. They are running from 7:15a.m. to 6:40p.m. They do not have fixed time of departure. They departs after they are full.
By Car Rental
If you want to get there by self-driving, it is a better way to choose private car rental. If you need to book please contact us. Email: contact@YunnanExploration.com; Tel: +86-871-63511469.
By Cycling
There is an interesting way to get to Jianshui from Yuanyang that is riding. In recent years, riding tourism has become more and more popular. If you want to try, the bicycle tour between Jianshui and Yuanyang is a good choice. The whole distance is about 77km with 5 to 6 hours journey. If you need any service please contact us. Email: contact@YunnanExploration.com; Tel: +86-871-63511469.
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Region Map of Jianshui County in Honghe
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How to Get to Jiangchuan District from Kunming
Transportation Options from Hongta District (Yuxi City) to Jiangchuan District
There are several ways to travel from Hongta District to Jiangchuan District:
1. Public Bus (Recommended)
Bus Route 50 Information Table
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Route Name | Bus Route 50 (Hongta District ↔ Jiangchuan District) |
| Fare | ¥5/person |
| Operating Hours | Jiangchuan Bus Station: First bus 6:15, Last bus 20:30 West Bus Station (Hongta District): First bus 7:00, Last bus 21:30 |
| Frequency | 6:15-7:00 (Every 15 minutes) 7:00-19:00 (Every 10 minutes) 19:00-20:00 (Every 15 minutes) 20:00-20:40 (Every 20 minutes) |
| Major Stops | Jiangchuan Bus Station, Longwanghucheng, Dexinyuan Community, Zihongba, Taiheying, Jiuxi Majiazhuang, West Bus Station, etc. |
2. Shuttle Bus
From Chengxi Bus Station (Hongta District) → Jiangchuan Bus Station
- Fare: 7–8 RMB
- Frequency: About every 30 minutes
- Last Bus: Around 20:00–20:25
3. Taxi / Ride-hailing Services
- Cost: Around 60–100 RMB (depending on vehicle type and platform)
- Time: About 30–40 minutes (via Yuxi-Jiangchuan Expressway)
4. Self-Driving
- Route: Yuxi–Jiangchuan Expressway (G8511) or Yuxi-Jiangchuan Avenue
- Distance: Approximately 27 km
- Time: Around 30–40 minutes
5. Other Bus Routes (Optional)
Bus Route 54 (Jiangchuan District Hospital ↔ Jiangchuan No.1 High School)
- Fare: 5 RMB
- Stops include: Ninghai Residential Area, Yunfu Mountain Residence, and others
Notes:
- Traffic Control: During events such as the Jiangchuan Fishing Festival (e.g., the Xingyun Lake Health Run on January 1, 2025), some roads may be temporarily closed. It’s advisable to check in advance.
- Real-time Info: Use apps like Che Lai Le to check live arrival times for Route 50.
Summary:
The most convenient and economical option is taking Bus Route 50—it runs frequently and has a low fare. For faster travel, consider taxi or self-driving.
Location & Boundaries
Jiangchuan District is located in central-eastern Yunnan Province, spanning longitude 102°35′–102°55′ E and latitude 24°12′–24°32′ N. It borders:
- Southeast: Huaning County and Tonghai County
- Southwest: Hongta District
- Northwest: Jinning District and Chengjiang City
The district covers a maximum east-west width of 31.9 km and a north-south length of 35.7 km, with a total area of 850 km².
Topography & Landforms
Jiangchuan features a diverse landscape of lakes, basins, and low-to-medium mountains, characterized by:
- Higher elevations on the periphery, lower in the center.
- Western Jiuxi area slopes slightly toward Yuxi (Hongta District).
- Mountain ranges predominantly run north-south and east-west, with fewer northeast-oriented ranges.
- Highest point: Cuifeng Gudui Mountain (2,648 m).
- Lowest point: Jiuxi River Mouth Village (1,690 m).
- Urban elevation: 1,730 m.
- Basin elevation: ~1,740 m.
Climate
Jiangchuan has a semi-arid subtropical plateau monsoon climate, with:
- Mild summers (no extreme heat) and cool winters (no severe cold).
- “Spring-like” weather year-round.
- Distinct wet and dry seasons.
Tourist Attractions Map of Jiangchuan district in Yuxi
Jiangcheng (江城) is the only border city in Yunnan Province (云南省) that shares borders with Vietnam (越南) and Laos (老挝). It is famously known as “a city connecting three countries.”
Geographic Significance of Jiangcheng
Jiangcheng is named after the convergence of three rivers: the Manlao River (曼老江), Lixian River (李仙江), and Mengye River (勐野江), which flow around the city. It is also home to a significant population of the Lahu ethnic group (拉祜族). The region is well-known for the song “A Ge A Mei Qing Yi Chang” (阿哥阿妹情谊长) from the beloved film “Lusheng Love Song” (芦笙恋歌), which beautifully reflects the culture of this area.
Jiangcheng County (江城县) is located in the southern part of Yunnan Province, between the longitudes of 101°14′ to 102°19′ east and the latitudes of 22°20′ to 22°36′ north. To the east, it borders Lüchun County (绿春县) in Honghe Prefecture (红河州); to the southeast, it meets Vietnam; to the south, it shares a border with Laos (国境线长183公里，中越段67公里，中老段116公里); to the west, it is adjacent to Mengla County (勐腊县) and Jinghong City (景洪市) in Xishuangbanna Prefecture (西双版纳州); to the northwest, it connects with Cuiyun District (翠云区) and Pu’er County (普洱县); and to the north, it faces Mojiang County (墨江县) across the river. The county stretches approximately 112 kilometers from east to west and 64 kilometers from north to south, covering a total area of 3,544 square kilometers. The county seat, Menglie Town (勐烈镇), sits at an elevation of 1,119 meters. It is located 520 kilometers by road from the provincial capital, Kunming (昆明), and 145 kilometers from the government seat in Cuiyun District.
Self-Driving Tour Route from Jinghong City to Jiangcheng County
Driving Route: The total distance is approximately 277.5 kilometers.
Starting Point: Jinghong City (景洪市)
- Driving Directions Within Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture (西双版纳傣族自治州)
- Depart from the starting point heading directly south, driving 340 meters along Galan Middle Road (嘎兰中路), then turn left onto Xuanwei Avenue (宣慰大道).
- Continue straight on Xuanwei Avenue for 20 meters, then continue straight again onto Xuanwei Avenue.
- Drive 130 meters along Xuanwei Avenue, pass by the New Dragon Department Store (新龙百货店) on the right after about 160 meters. At the second exit, head towards Xuanwei Avenue / Forest Park / Wild Elephant Valley (野象谷) / Olive Dam (橄榄坝) and continue straight on Xuanwei Avenue.
- Travel 1.9 kilometers on Xuanwei Avenue and continue straight.
- Drive 250 meters on Xuanwei Avenue, then at the third exit, turn slightly left onto the Kunming-Mohe Expressway (昆磨高速), heading towards G8511 / Forest Park / Wild Elephant Valley / Botanical Garden (植物园).
- Drive straight for 50 meters on the Kunming-Mohe Expressway.
- Continue on the Kunming-Mohe Expressway for 113.8 kilometers, taking the Pu’er exit. Turn slightly left to merge onto the ramp.
- Drive 660 meters along the ramp, then continue straight onto Cha Yuan Road (茶苑路).
- Continue on Cha Yuan Road for 3.8 kilometers, heading towards Si Jiang Road (思江路) / Tea Expo Garden (茶博苑), and proceed straight onto Si Jiang Road.
- Drive 860 meters straight along Si Jiang Road.
- Drive 200 meters along Si Jiang Road, at the first exit, head towards Cha Yuan Road / Jiangcheng County (江城县) and continue straight on Si Jiang Road.
- Travel 76.1 kilometers on Si Jiang Road and then turn slightly right onto S214.
Driving Directions Within Pu’er City (普洱市)
- Continue along S214 for 39.6 kilometers, then take a right turn at the fork onto Si Jiang Road.
- Drive 32.6 kilometers on Si Jiang Road, slightly turning left towards Lüchun County (绿春县) / Mojiang County (墨江县), then merge onto S218.
- Continue along S218 for 6.9 kilometers until you reach your destination (on the left side of the road).
Final Destination: Guoqing Township (国庆乡)
This detailed route from Jinghong City to Jiangcheng County showcases the scenic beauty and cultural richness of Yunnan Province, making it an exciting journey for travelers.
Public Transportation Options
If you prefer not to drive, here are some options for public transportation:
- Bus: Look for a bus from Jinghong to Jiangcheng. Buses typically depart from the main bus station in Jinghong, and you can check the schedule for departure times and ticket prices.
- Private Transfer: You may also consider hiring a private car or van through local travel agencies, which can provide a comfortable journey directly to Jiangcheng County.
Travel Tips
- Check Weather: Ensure to check the weather conditions before your trip, as they may affect road conditions.
- Bring Snacks and Water: The journey can take a few hours, so it’s a good idea to bring along snacks and water.
- Gas Stations: Make sure to refuel before leaving Jinghong, as gas stations may be sparse in rural areas.
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