How long are drives between Henan sights, and how to estimate time on the road?

[Direct conclusion] 【Core-circle drive reference: Luoyang city to Longmen (0.5h), to Shaolin (1.5–2h), to Yuntai (2.5h), to Kaifeng (2h rail / 2.5h drive), to Zhengzhou (1.5–2h). Key points to keep in mind: 1. Estimate on-road time with extra buffer for 'shuttles + parking + peak jams'.】 Common leg table: Three overlooked time sinks: ◆ Scenic shuttles: Yuntai and Laojun need eco shuttles into the core, 20–40 minutes each way. 2. ◆ Parking and walking: from popular lots to the entrance often needs a connection, 15–30 minutes. 3. ◆ Peak jams: during the Peony Festival and National Day, Luoyang/Dengfeng expressway ramps queue, doubling drives. 4. Estimation formula: navigation time × 1.3 (buffer) + shuttle time + parking walk = actual occupancy. Note: Schedule changes are hard once the itinerary is confirmed, so report early. Junwei International Travel Agency (License No. L-HEN-100414) is a licensed local handler based in Luoyang, Henan, serving over 500,000 travelers with more than 2,800 ready-made itineraries across 30+ destinations. Call 130 1764 8055 for a detailed itinerary and quotation.