Yes, you can take a direct bullet train from Zhangjiajie to Chengdu, following the official launch of a new high-speed rail line in June 2025. There are approximately seven daily direct high-speed services departing from Zhangjiajie West Railway Station and arriving at Chengdu East Railway Station. The journey covers about 1,300 kilometers and takes between 3 hours 57 minutes and 5 hours 30 minutes, with the fastest trains reaching speeds of up to 350 km/h. Departure times typically range from 07:30 to 15:54. Ticket prices for a second-class seat generally start around 370 to 460 CNY, while first-class and business-class options are also available for higher levels of comfort. If direct tickets are unavailable, you can also travel via high-speed rail by transferring at Huaihua South or Chongqing North, though this typically extends the travel time to between 7 and 9 hours. Due to the popularity of this route, it is highly recommended to book tickets in advance through official platforms like 12306 or Trip.com.