China High-Speed Railway Lines Network Map Source: China Railway
China Bullet Train Map Source: Wikipedia
Hong Kong High Speed Rail Map Source: Travel China Guide
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China High Speed Train FAQs
1. How many high-speed trains does China have?
China operates over 3,500 high-speed trains (G/D/C-series) daily, with the world's largest network (48,000+ km/29,826 miles).
2. How fast is the China high-speed train?
Most run at 250-350 km/h (155-217 mph). The fastest (Fuxinghao) reaches 350 km/h on select routes.
3. How many trains run in China daily?
About 11,000+ trains total (including ordinary routes), serving 12+ million passengers daily.
4. Where to buy high-speed train tickets?
Popular platforms:
- 12306.cn (English version available)
- Trip.com (foreigner-friendly)
- Station ticket offices
5. How safe are high-speed trains in China?
Yes, extremely safe and very smooth.
6. Is China high-speed rail expensive?
No – Second Class fares average ¥0.46/km (≈£0.08/mile). Cheaper than Europe/Japan for similar distances.