The distance between Chengdu and Guilin is approximately 1,066 kilometers (662 miles) by rail and roughly 1,082 kilometers (672 miles) by road. For travelers, the most efficient way to cover this distance is by direct flight, which typically takes about 1 hour and 40 minutes to 2 hours, departing from either Chengdu Shuangliu or Tianfu International Airport and arriving at Guilin Liangjiang International Airport. Alternatively, the high-speed rail network offers a highly popular and scenic option, with over 20 daily trains connecting the two cities. These bullet trains primarily depart from Chengdu East or South stations and arrive at Guilin West, North, or the main Guilin Railway Station, with the journey taking between 5 and 8 hours and tickets for a second-class seat costing approximately 397 to 527 CNY. While driving is also possible, it typically requires over 11 hours of travel time depending on traffic and route conditions.