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  • How to Get to Yuanjiang County from Yuxi City (Hongta District)

    10/06/2018Crazy Jone1630 wordsAbout 6 minutes

    This is a detailed guide on traveling from Yuxi City (Hongta District) to Yuanjiang County (元江县), including transportation options, routes, and key details:

    1. By Bus (Recommended)

    Direct Bus from Yuxi Central Bus Station

    Route: Hongta District → Yuanjiang County

    Fare: ¥40–60 per person

    Duration: ~2.5–3 hours

    Schedule:

    • First bus: 7:30 AM
    • Last bus: 5:00 PM
    • Frequency: Every 1–2 hou

    Drop-off: Yuanjiang Bus Station (元江客运站).

    Alternative via Public Bus

    • Take Bus 50 from Hongta District to Jiangchuan District, then transfer to a Yuanjiang-bound bus (¥5 + ¥35–50, ~3.5 hours total)

    2. By Car (Self-Drive or Taxi)

    Distance: ~130 km

    Route:

    • Option 1 (Fastest)Kunmo Expressway (昆磨高速) → Exit at Yuanjiang (~2 hours)
    • Option 2 (Scenic)S214 Provincial Road (mountainous route; ~3 hours)

    Costs:

    • Taxi/Ride-hailing (Didi): ~¥300–400 (one way)
    • Self-drive: Fuel ~¥80–100 round trip; tolls ~¥50–60

    3. Key Attractions in Yuanjiang

    Attraction Description Location
    Honghe Hani Rice Terraces (元阳梯田分支) UNESCO-listed terraces (less crowded than Yuanyang). 30 km north of Yuanjiang.
    Yuanjiang Hot Springs (元江温泉) Natural sulfur springs. Near downtown Yuanjiang.
    Mango Valley (芒果谷) Tropical fruit plantations and scenic views. 15 km west of Yuanjiang.

    4. Travel Tips

    • Best Time to Visit: November–March (cooler weather; avoid summer heat).
    • Language: Mandarin is widely spoken; Hani and Dai dialects common in rural areas.
    • Food: Try Yuanjiang mangoes and Hani bamboo rice.

    For real-time bus schedules, check "Yunnan Bus Travel" (云南公交出行) WeChat mini-program 18. Let me know if you need help with bookings or further details!

    5. Additional Notes

    • Road Conditions: S214 has winding mountain roads; drive cautiously .
    • Accommodation: Budget guesthouses (~¥100/night) and mid-range hotels (~¥200–300) are available in Yuanjiang town.

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