If you’re looking for an affordable and comfortable way to get around Mainland China, train travel is the way to go. It is one of the world's most extensive rail networks. Experience fast travels between Chinese provincial capitals and first-tier Chinese cities - G-trains are China's bullet trains (the fastest trains with a maximum speed of 400km/h.) Tickets for these trains are the most expensive. D-Trains are the second-fastest trains with speeds of up to 250km/h, stopping only at major cities, with some running non-stop services. C-Trains are high-speed EMU trains that run short distances between cities. Weave through the vast China landscape quickly through their railway system. Experience modern comforts while moving between cities, be ensured of arriving at your destination on time (with high punctuality) on the way and back while enjoying comfortable seats, charging stations and more! Begin your speedy travel by simply selecting your train departure date and time (at least 2 days in advance) and let us help you book a train departing within your preferred time slot. Upon arriving at the train station, just present your printed or mobile voucher along with the ticket pick up number at the Manual Ticketing Window and off you go to your destination.
Operating Hours
Operating Hours: 24 Hours, Daily
What You Get
Includes
- Single Trip China Railway Ticket
- Access to second class seats only
Excludes
- Insurance
- Ticket refunds/changes handling fees
- Transfer to and from the railway station
Insider Tips
- Online cancellations, rescheduling, and booking changes for your China Rail Tickets are currently not available via Travel Recommends. If you need to change or cancel your booked tickets, please directly approach any railway station staff. (*Note: charges may apply for cancel or refund tickets)
- We highly recommend that you purchase your China rail ticket in advance of your travel schedule to ensure your booking and preferred time slot
Additional Information
- Please you have your visa or other valid travel documents before boarding the train, as checks may be performed onboard
- NOTE: Only adult tickets are currently available online, child tickets can be purchased directly at the ticketing counter
- Children with a height over 1.5m (150cm) are required to purchase a full adult ticket
- Children between 1.2m (120cm) and 1.5m (150cm) are required to purchase a child ticket
- Children shorter than 1.2m (120cm) can take the train for free if they don't need a seat, otherwise, they are required to purchase a child ticket
- If the trains are delayed or if they are suddenly unable to make trips on your travel date, please head to the information office of the railway station you're located at for any complaints, changes, cancellations or rescheduling processes
- No refund tickets for reasons involving incorrect information provided by the customer, including but not limited to: date, time, details on identity documents and passenger information
- When using a Chinese resident identity card, Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong and Macau Residents or Mainland Travel Permit for Taiwan Residents, please provide your Chinese name as it appears on the identity document used
- Passenger’s identity document will be verified by the China Railway Administration during the ticket booking process. In case of ticket booking failure, a full refund will be issued
- Real-name verification can be processed at any railway station or authorized ticketing office. Once verified, you will be able to continue purchasing China rail tickets online
Booking Process & Information
- After booking, please email us the following details:
- Order Number
- Full Name (as per passport)
- Passport No.
- Passport Expiry Date (more than 6 months validity)
- Date of Birth
- Preferred Timings (please indicate two preferred timings)
- If your preferred ticket is not available, we will contact you via email. You will be given the option to either cancel your original booking with full refunds or purchase the alternative ticket with different departure time
- According to the regulations of the China Railway Administration, China train tickets must be purchased under your real name, with each ticket corresponding to a unique ID number. Please enter your real and valid identification information at checkout
- Please note that Travel Recommends only offers train ticket booking services and that we cannot guarantee the availability of your preferred tickets due to railway authority ticket regulations