What is the cheapest way to get from Shaolin Monastery to Gutao?

The cheapest way to get from Shaolin Monastery to Gutao is to taxi and bus which costs ¥240 - ¥300 and takes 9h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shaolin Monastery to Gutao?

The fastest way to get from Shaolin Monastery to Gutao is to drive which takes 4h 47m and costs ¥350 - ¥550.

How far is it from Shaolin Monastery to Gutao?

The distance between Shaolin Monastery and Gutao is 564 km. The road distance is 401.3 km.

How do I travel from Shaolin Monastery to Gutao without a car?

The best way to get from Shaolin Monastery to Gutao without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 9h 5m and costs ¥240 - ¥300.

How long does it take to get from Shaolin Monastery to Gutao?

It takes approximately 9h 5m to get from Shaolin Monastery to Gutao, including transfers.

Can I drive from Shaolin Monastery to Gutao?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaolin Monastery to Gutao is 401 km. It takes approximately 4h 47m to drive from Shaolin Monastery to Gutao.

Where can I stay near Gutao?

There are 40+ hotels available in Gutao.

Shaolin Monastery to Gutao - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Shaolin Monastery to Gutao by taxi, bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Shaolin Monastery to Luoyang Station
2. Take the bus from Luoyang Station to Taiyuan Bus Terminal
3. Take the bus from Taiyuan Jiannan bus station to Pingyao bus station
9h 5m
¥242–292
Taxi, train
1. Take the taxi from Shaolin Monastery to Luoyang
2. Take the train from Luoyang to PingyaoShenzhen West
12h 26m
Drive 401.3 km
1. Drive from Shaolin Monastery to Gutao401.3 km
4h 47m
¥360–520
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shaolin Monastery to Gutao401.3 km
4h 47m
¥700–850

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 564.5 km
Duration: 9h 5m

What companies run services between Shaolin Monastery, Henan, China and Gutao, Shanxi, China?

There is no direct connection from Shaolin Monastery to Gutao. However, you can take the taxi to Luoyang Station, take the bus to Taiyuan Bus Terminal, take the taxi to Taiyuan Jiannan bus station, then take the bus to Pingyao bus station. Alternatively, you can take the taxi to Luoyang then take the train to Pingyao.

Transport is disrupted due to the Russia-Ukraine war. Read more

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around the world?

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including Flying into Beijing?, Train travel in France: A guide to SNCF, and Heading to Europe? Read this before you buy a Eurail Pass - to help you get the most out of your next trip.