Yulin (Guangxi) Transportation

Yulin City is located in the southeast of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, 190 kilometers west of Nanning City, the capital of the autonomous region, 109°39′ to 110°18′ east longitude, 22°19′ to 23°01′ north latitude. And it connects Maoming City in Guangdong in the east, Qinzhou City in the west,  borders Beihai City in the south, Guigang City in the north, Wuzhou City in the northeast. The city's total area is 12,800 square kilometers. Yulin occupies an important geographical position throughout Guangxi.

Yulin (玉林) is an important transportation hub in southeastern Guangxi (广西), connecting the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, Beibu Gulf Economic Zone and inland Guangxi. Relying on high-speed railway, expressways, aviation, national highways, rural roads and inland waterways, Yulin has gradually developed a complete transportation network covering the city center, counties, towns and major tourist attractions.

Because Yulin’s tourism resources are widely distributed across Yuzhou District (玉州区), Fumian District (福绵区), Beiliu City (北流市), Rong County (容县), Luchuan County (陆川县), Bobai County (博白县) and Xingye County (兴业县), transportation planning is especially important. For most travelers, self-driving or private transfers are the most efficient ways to explore Yulin, while high-speed rail combined with local transportation is suitable for short city trips.

Main Transportation Network of Yulin

Railway Transportation

The opening of the Nanning–Yulin High-Speed Railway (南玉高铁) has greatly improved access to Yulin. Yulin North Railway Station (玉林北站) connects the city with major destinations such as Nanning (南宁) and other cities in Guangxi. The journey from Nanning East Railway Station (南宁东站) to Yulin North takes less than one hour, making Yulin an ideal weekend destination.

Yulin Railway Station (玉林站) is located in the urban area and mainly serves conventional railway routes. It is convenient for travelers arriving from nearby cities and provides easy access to downtown hotels, restaurants and attractions such as Yuntian Culture City (云天文化城).

Expressway and Road Transportation

Yulin has a well-developed highway system connecting all counties and major tourist areas. Expressways including Guangkun Expressway (广昆高速), Yuzhan Expressway (玉湛高速) and other regional routes provide convenient connections with Nanning, Guangzhou, Beihai and Wuzhou.

National highways and provincial roads extend into rural areas, allowing visitors to reach mountain forests, ancient villages, agricultural parks and cultural attractions. Most major scenic areas have paved roads and parking facilities, making Yulin suitable for independent road trips.

Aviation Transportation

Yulin Fumian Airport (玉林福绵机场) provides air connections with several domestic cities. Located about 16 kilometers from downtown, the airport can be reached by airport shuttle buses, taxis and ride-hailing services.

For long-distance travelers, flying to Yulin and combining it with a local self-driving route is a convenient way to explore the city and surrounding counties.

Inland Water Transportation

Yulin’s water transportation mainly focuses on cargo transportation. With the development of the Pinglu Canal (平陆运河) and the Nanliu River transportation system, Yulin is strengthening its connection with the Beibu Gulf port area. At present, water transportation is mainly used for logistics rather than tourist sightseeing.

How to Get to Yulin | Transportation from Major Cities

From Nanning to Yulin

Nanning is one of the most common starting points for visiting Yulin. Travelers can choose high-speed railway, which is the fastest option, or drive through the expressway network. The journey is convenient and suitable for weekend vacations.

From Guangzhou and Shenzhen to Yulin

Visitors from Guangdong can reach Yulin by high-speed railway or expressway. The road connection between Guangdong and Guangxi makes Yulin a popular destination for self-driving travelers from the Pearl River Delta region.

From Beihai and Coastal Guangxi Cities

Travelers from Beihai and coastal areas can reach Yulin through expressways and national roads. The route is suitable for combining Yulin with coastal Guangxi destinations.

By Long-Distance Bus

Yulin Passenger Transport Center operates routes connecting major cities in Guangxi and Guangdong. County-level bus stations provide transportation between Yulin urban areas and surrounding counties, although buses to remote scenic areas are less frequent.

By Air

The Yulin Civil Airport is located at the Wangjiu Changzhi(旺久场址), Shihe Town, Fumian District, Yulin City. It is about 21 kilometers away from the downtown of Yulin City and about 30 kilometers away from the highway. The traffic advantages around the site are outstanding. The Ring Expressway, Yutie Expressway, Yutie Railway, Yugong Secondary Road and the planned Lipu-Yulin Expressway pass nearby, providing good traffic conditions for the site, which is conducive to creating three-dimensional integrated transportation system. The project will be completed at the end of 2019 and reach the navigation conditions, which will fill the blank of civil aviation construction in southeastern Guangxi. It is estimated that the annual passenger throughput will be 740,000 person-times and the annual cargo throughput will be 5,000 tons by 2025. However, Zhanjiang Airport has office in Yulin. There also has direct bus from Yulin to Zhanjiang Airport, needing only 2 hours.

By Train

Yulin Railway Station has a total of 51 trains, including 4 G-series high-speed trains, 47 ordinary trains.  And the departure time of the earliest train in Yulin Railway Station isf 01:20 and the departure time of the the latest train in Yulin Railway Station is 23:46. The railway connects the major cities of the South and some cities in the north. The railway has become the primary choice to Yulin. The Timetable of Yulin Railway Station is as follows: Terminus

Please Note: The above trains are just for your reference. The detailed information is subject to the actual condition.

By Long-distance Bus

There are 3 long-distance bus stations in Yulin City, namely, Yulin Passenger Transport Center, Yulin Bus Terminal and Yulin Tourist Bus Station, which can reach 76 cities, including Nanning, Wuzhou, Guilin, Beihai, Guigang, Bobai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Dongguan, Zhuhai, etc.

By Water

The “Yulin CityTieshan Port East Coast Wharf” already under construction in Yulin City belongs to the wharf of Yulin. Yulin already has the seaport, which is in line with the definition of coastal cities. In near future, it is possible to come to Yulin by water.

How to Get Around Yulin

By Bus

The fare for public buses is RMB 1 or RMB2 throughout Yulin. Most of the buses in the city start around 6:00 am and end at 10:30 pm. It is very convenient to take a bus to get around Yulin City.

By Subway

Yulin Rail Transit is an urban rail transit system serving Yulin City, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. It has a total of eight lines with a total length of 74.97 kilometers, which are still under planning stage.

By Taxi

Taxi travel has greatly facilitated our daily life. The image of a taxi also represents the external image of a city. For tourists, it is very convenient to take a taxi to get around Yulin City.

By Sharing Bike

It is the best choice to ride a bike around the city to appreciate the scenery. There are many dockless bikes on the streets of Yulin. To download bike sharing apps and finish the ID verification procedure, you can use these bikes. Usually CNY 0.5 - 1 for every 30 minutes.

Transportation within Yulin Districts and Counties

Yuzhou District | Downtown Transportation Center

Yuzhou District (玉州区) is the transportation and commercial center of Yulin. Public buses, taxis and shared electric bicycles provide convenient access to urban attractions, shopping streets and cultural sites.

Travelers staying downtown can easily visit Yuntian Culture City, Yulin Garden Expo Park (玉林园博园) and nearby leisure areas without renting a car.

Fumian District | Airport and Countryside Tourism Area

Fumian District (福绵区) benefits from its location near the airport and connection with urban Yulin. The area has flat countryside roads suitable for cycling, rural sightseeing and short-distance self-driving tours.

Beiliu City | Mountain Tourism and Ceramic Culture Area

Beiliu City (北流市) combines convenient transportation with rich tourism resources, including Darong Mountain National Forest Park (大容山国家森林公园), Tongshiling International Tourism Resort (铜石岭国际旅游度假区) and ceramic cultural attractions.

The city is connected by high-speed railway, highways and mountain roads. Self-driving and motorcycle touring are especially suitable for exploring its natural landscapes.

Rong County | Ancient Architecture and Mountain Tourism Area

Rong County (容县) is famous for Rongzhou Ancient City (容州古城), Zhenwu Pavilion (真武阁) and Duqiao Mountain Scenic Area (都峤山).

The county town has convenient public transportation, but mountain attractions are better accessed by private cars or chartered vehicles because public transport connections are limited.

Luchuan County | Hot Spring and Wellness Destination

Luchuan County (陆川县) has convenient road connections with Yulin city. Visitors can easily reach hot spring resorts and countryside attractions by car.

Self-driving is recommended for travelers combining hot springs, mountain scenery and rural experiences.

Bobai County | Rural and Mountain Exploration Area

Bobai County (博白县) features rural landscapes, traditional villages and mountain areas. Main roads are convenient, but some remote attractions require careful driving due to narrow mountain roads or uneven surfaces.

Xingye County | Mountain Gateway Area

Xingye County (兴业县) serves as an important gateway to mountain attractions. With railway and highway connections, it is convenient for travelers heading toward forest parks and outdoor destinations.

Transportation Guide to Major Yulin Tourist Attractions

Yuntian Culture City (云天文化城)

Located in downtown Yulin, Yuntian Culture City is one of the easiest attractions to access.

Visitors can reach it by city bus, taxi or ride-hailing service. Travelers arriving at Yulin Railway Station can reach the attraction within a short drive. Parking facilities are available for self-driving visitors.

Darong Mountain National Forest Park (大容山国家森林公园)

Darong Mountain is one of Yulin’s most popular natural attractions and is best explored by car.

From downtown Yulin, the journey takes about one to one and a half hours. Mountain roads are paved but include many curves and slopes. Visitors should drive slowly, especially during rainy seasons.

The park is suitable for hiking, camping, forest sightseeing and summer escapes.

Rongzhou Ancient City and Zhenwu Pavilion (容州古城・真武阁)

Located in Rong County downtown, this attraction is easy to access by bus, taxi or self-driving.

Travelers can combine it with Duqiao Mountain, which is nearby, but private transportation is recommended for visiting both places on the same day.

Duqiao Mountain Scenic Area (都峤山)

Duqiao Mountain is located in the mountainous area of Rong County. Due to limited public transportation, self-driving or chartered vehicles are the most convenient choices.

The mountain route offers beautiful scenery but requires careful driving on winding roads.

Colorful Pastoral Modern Agriculture Demonstration Zone (五彩田园)

Located near Yulin urban area, this agricultural tourism area is suitable for families and cycling travelers.

Visitors can reach it by bus, electric bicycle or private car. The flat roads and open landscape make it ideal for leisure cycling and agricultural experiences.

Luchuan Hot Springs (陆川温泉)

The hot spring area can be reached by bus transfer or self-driving. Driving from Yulin city takes about one hour.

It is especially suitable for winter wellness trips and relaxing family vacations.

Self-Drive Travel Guide in Yulin

Why Choose Self-Driving

Yulin’s attractions cover mountains, ancient towns, villages, forests and cultural sites across several counties. Public transportation between these areas requires multiple transfers, while self-driving allows travelers to arrange flexible routes and explore hidden scenic spots.

The best self-driving routes combine cultural attractions, natural landscapes and rural experiences.

Recommended Self-Driving Routes

Two-Day City and Nature Route

Travelers can explore Yulin downtown attractions, including Yuntian Culture City and Colorful Pastoral, then continue to Darong Mountain for forest scenery and outdoor activities.

Three-Day Cultural and Mountain Route

A classic route includes Yulin city → Rongzhou Ancient City → Zhenwu Pavilion → Duqiao Mountain → Beiliu mountain attractions, combining history, architecture and nature.

Four-Day Full Yulin Discovery Route

A deeper journey can connect Yulin city, Darong Mountain, Rong County, Beiliu Ceramic Town, Tongshiling and Luchuan hot springs, covering the main highlights of Yulin tourism.

Self-Driving Safety Tips

Mountain scenic areas such as Darong Mountain and Duqiao Mountain have many winding roads. Drivers should reduce speed, avoid overtaking on curves and avoid driving into remote mountain areas at night.

During the rainy season, mountain roads may become slippery. Checking weather conditions before departure is recommended.

Cycling Travel Guide in Yulin

Yulin offers different cycling experiences, from easy countryside rides to challenging mountain routes.

The Colorful Pastoral area is ideal for beginners, families and photography lovers because of its flat roads, farmland scenery and cycling paths.

Experienced cyclists can explore longer routes around Darong Mountain, Rong County countryside and Beiliu mountain areas, enjoying forests, villages and panoramic viewpoints.

Cyclists should always wear helmets, prepare water and repair equipment, and avoid riding alone on remote mountain roads.

Spring and autumn are the most comfortable seasons for cycling because temperatures are mild and rainfall is lower.

Motorcycle Touring Guide in Yulin

Yulin is also attractive for motorcycle travelers who enjoy mountain landscapes and rural exploration.

Popular motorcycle routes include:

• Yulin – Beiliu mountain routes, featuring forests, viewpoints and sunrise scenery;
• Darong Mountain mountain roads, combining streams, forests and highland landscapes;
• Yulin – Rong County – Duqiao Mountain – Beiliu Ceramic Town, combining cultural sites and countryside scenery.

Motorcycle travelers should wear protective equipment, slow down on mountain curves, avoid riding after heavy rain and prepare enough fuel before entering remote areas.

Yulin Transportation Tips for Travelers

For families, photography travelers and small groups, self-driving or private transfers provide the greatest flexibility because attractions are widely distributed.

For independent travelers, high-speed railway combined with taxis and local transportation is suitable for downtown attractions and major scenic spots.

For study tours and large groups, professional tourist buses are recommended because they provide safer transportation between counties and mountain attractions.

With its convenient railway network, highway connections and diverse rural roads, Yulin offers excellent conditions for exploring ancient architecture, forest landscapes, agricultural tourism, hot springs and Lingnan culture. A well-planned transportation route allows travelers to experience the full charm of Yulin with Yaso Trip.