How to get to Dengfeng Shaolin Temple from Luoyang
Where is Shaolin Temple
Shaolin Temple, also known as Shaolin Monastery, is located on Mount Song, near Dengfeng, Zhengzhou, Henan Province, China. This temple and its famous Pagoda Forest were inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2010 as part of the "Historical Monuments of Dengfeng".
How to get to Shaolin Temple from Luoyang
The distance between The Shaolin Temple and Luoyang is about 80 kilometers, and there are express buses and coaches from Luoyang City to the temple. However, language could be a problem for you can’t expect comprehensive English service in Luoyang.
For a comfortable and smooth journey, we suggest you to travel with us and enjoy a private tour service to save all hassles. There are also other transportation optional for you to reference.
By Private Vehicle
If you are traveling with us, you are possible to travel in a private vehicle with your guide and driver. Besides of transportation, your guide will tell you more knowledge and stories only local expert knows about Shaolin Temple and Chinese Kungfu.
By Express Bus
One option is to take an express bus from Luoyang Train Station directly to the Shaolin Temple. There are many express buses to the temple. The journey takes approximately 2 hours and the bus will drop you off at the temple’s entrance.
By Coach
Another option is to take a coach that goes to Xuanchang and passes by the entrance of the Shaolin Temple. You can ask the driver to drop you at the temple entrance. This trip also takes approximately 2 hours.
From Dengfeng
If you are already in Dengfeng, the Shaolin Temple can be reached by taking buses No. 1, 2, 3, 6 or 8.
Travel tips
- Travel time to Dengfeng: It takes about 20 minutes to travel from Dengfeng City to Shaolin Temple.
- Duration of the visit: A tour inside the Shaolin Temple takes at least 2 hours. Highlights of the area include the Shaolin Kungfu demonstration (about 30 minutes), the temples (about 1 hour), and the Pagoda Forest (about 30 minutes). They are not connected to each other, so if walking is tiring, you can take a minibus.
Here are the recommended ways to get to the Shaolin Temple from Luoyang, as well as some tips to make the most of your visit.
