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Chongqing to Dazu (1.5 Hours) - Private Car & Bus & Train

Written by Senior Expert Roxy|Updated: 2025-01-08

Our team at Asia Odyssey Travel has made countless trips from Chongqing to Dazu. For the fastest and most direct route to the scenic area entrance, a private car is our top recommendation. The 1.5-hour journey covers the 90km Chongqing to Dazu distance, allowing you to quickly begin your exploration of the Dazu Rock Carvings. As Chongqing's only UNESCO World Heritage Site and a prime example of late Chinese grotto art, comparable to China's four major grottoes (Yungang Grottoes, Dunhuang Mogao Caves, Longmen Caves, and Maijishan Grottoes), the slightly remote location is well worth the visit!

However, this article offers more than just private car transport from Chongqing to Dazu Rock Carvings. This complete guide details 3 ways to travel - by Chongqing to Dazu private car, bus or train. Read on to gather information and plan your Chongqing to Dazu day trip.

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  • triangleTop Option (Fastest) - Chongqing to Dazu Private Car
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  • triangle3 Steps to Plan a Chongqing to Dazu Trip with Asia Odysse Travel

Top Option (Fastest) - Chongqing to Dazu Private Car

  • How long to spend:1.5h
  • Direct to the Dazu Rock Carvings? Yes
  • What's the latest time I should leave? Before 12:00 PM.
Visit Hongya Cave in Chongqing with AOT
Visit Hongya Cave in Chongqing with AOT
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Travel with Asia Odyssey Travel

Traveling from Chongqing to the Dazu Rock Carvings by bus or train won't get you directly to the site. Once you arrive at the bus or train station, you'll still need to find and wait for local transportation like a bus or taxi, adding over two hours to your journey. This leaves you with less time and energy to actually enjoy the Dazu Rock Carvings. That's why a private car from Chongqing to Dazu is the quickest and most comfortable way to go.

We at Asia Odyssey Travel offer private car services from Chongqing to Dazu. After you book a private car, our driver and licensed English-speaking guide will wait for you at your designated location. After boarding, you'll travel directly to the entrance of the Dazu Rock Carvings to begin your tour. Consult Asia Odyssey Travel.

Secondary Option - Chongqing to Dazu Bus

  • How long to spend: Over 2 hours.
  • Direct to the Dazu Rock Carvings? No, you'll need to change to a bus or taxi.
  • What's the latest time I should leave? Before 09:30 AM.
  • Price: 42 - 44 RMB

There are three main bus stations in Chongqing that offer bus services to Dazu: Chenjiaping Bus Station, Chongqing North Railway Station South Square Bus Station, and Chongqing Bus Station. For the most frequent departures, the first two are recommended.

Departure Bus Stations:

Chongqing Chenjiaping Bus Station
Chongqing Chenjiaping Bus Station
Chongqing North Station South Square Bus Station
Chongqing North Station South Square Bus Station
  • Chenjiaping Bus Station (陈家坪汽车站) is located at 39 Shiyang Road, Jiulongpo District, Chongqing. Buses depart for Dazu every half hour to one hour starting from 7:00 AM, with the last departure at 7:00 PM. There are 13 departures daily.
  • Chongqing North Station South Square Bus Station (重庆北站南广场站) is located at 46 Kunlun Avenue, Yubei District, Chongqing. Buses depart for Dazu every hour starting from 7:30 AM, with the last departure at 7:30 PM. There are 13 departures daily.
  • Chongqing Bus Station (重庆汽车站) is located at 6 Caiyuan Road, Yuzhong District, Chongqing. Buses depart for Dazu approximately every two hours starting from 7:50 AM, with the last departure at 6:20 PM. There are 7 departures daily.

After arriving at Dazu Bus Station (大足汽车站) in Dazu District, you can take a taxi or bus route 205 to the Dazu Rock Carvings. A taxi ride takes about half an hour, while the bus takes 50 minutes.

Chongqing Bus Station
Chongqing Bus Station
Dazu Bus Station
Dazu Bus Station

Alternative Option - Chongqing to Dazu Train

  • How long to spend: Over 2.5 hours.
  • Direct to the Dazu Rock Carvings? No, you'll need to change to a bus or taxi.
  • What's the latest time I should leave? Before 09:00 AM.

Chongqing to Dazu High-Speed Train Schedule

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Ticket Price and Seat Options from Chongqing to Dazu

Train Type Second Class Seat First Class Seat Business Class Seat
G-trains 39 - 51 RMB 62 - 81 RMB 125 - 159 RMB

How to Choose Seat from Chongqing High Speed Train?

Second Class Seats:

Second class is your most common option on these high-speed trains. It's perfect if you're looking for a cheaper ticket and don't need to charge your phone or anything, or plan on doing a ton of reading or eating on the train. They're set up with five seats in a row (3 on one side, 2 on the other), so they're pretty good for families traveling together. Legroom's not super generous, but it's fine for shorter trips, like the 30mins ride from Chongqing to Dazu.

First Class Seats:

First class is a step up if you want a bit more room to stretch out and need a place to plug in your stuff. You get more legroom than in second class, and the seats are arranged two by two. These are a good choice if you're traveling with older folks or little kids, or if you need to work on your laptop or read but don't want to shell out for business class.

Business Class Seats:

Business class is the most priciest option. It's geared towards business travelers who need to get work done on the go, or anyone who wants a comfortable and private ride. Think of it like business class on a plane: the seats are super roomy, with only three per row (two on one side, one on the other), and they fully recline. You also get extras like footrests, reading lights, power outlets, small tables, and free food and drinks.

Chongqing to Dazu Railway Stations

Chongqingxi Railway Station
Chongqingxi Railway Station
Dazunan Railway Station
Dazunan Railway Station

Departure Station in Chongqing:

  • Chongqingxi Railway Station (重庆西站) serves train routes to destinations in Southwest China and further afield. It's located at 168 Fengzhong Road, Shapingba District, Chongqing. You can get there via Metro Line Loop or Line 5, with direct access to the station from the metro exits. Five high-speed trains depart daily for Dazu, with the earliest departure at 7:21 AM and the latest at 5:40 PM.

Arrival Station in Dazu:

  • From Chongqing to Dazu, all high-speed trains will stop at Dazunan Railway Station (大足南站). Dazu South Railway Station is located at No. 666, South Section of Wuxing Avenue, Tangxiang Subdistrict, Dazu District, Chongqing.

From Dazunan Railway Station to Dazu Rock Carvings:

  • After exiting Dazu South Railway Station, you can take bus route 204 or tourist bus line 206 to reach the Dazu Rock Carvings scenic area. The journey takes 2 hours.

3 Steps to Plan a Chongqing to Dazu Trip with Asia Odysse Travel

Step 1. How many days will you spend in Chongqing and Dazu? Get a Chongqing Tour Plan

Tourists typically spend one day in Chongqing city to visit Ciqikou Ancient Town, the Three Gorges Museum, Hongya Cave, Liziba, and Hongya Cave. Exploring the Dazu Rock Carvings is arranged for the second day.

Chongqing Day Trip Itinerary:

  • Ciqikou Ancient Town - Half a day
  • Three Gorges Museum & Great Hall of the People & Liziba Rail Transit Passing Through Building - Half a day
  • Evening: Hongya Cave, river views, and Qiansimen Bridge

Chongqing Dazu Rock Carvings Two-Day Tour:

Day 1: Visit the Three Gorges Museum, with an outside view of the Great Hall of the People and Liziba Rail Transit passing through the building. Enjoy the night view around Hongya Cave.

Day 2: Travel to Dazu Rock Carvings, first visiting the Baodingshan scenic area. Head to Ciqikou Ancient Town.

Step 2. Choose your transportation method - Chongqing to Dazu by Private Car, Bus, or High-Speed Train

Based on the above travel plan, supplement your Chongqing to Dazu Rock Carvings transportation strategy.

Step 3. Best time to visit Chongqing City & Dazu

The best time to visit Chongqing and the surrounding Dazu Rock Carvings is during the spring and autumn seasons, from April to June and from September to November. During these periods, the weather is mild, suitable for outdoor activities. Of course, you can arrange your visit according to your free time.

For more information on Chongqing travel, like visa free policy or more, contact Asia Odyssey Travel.

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