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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nDaily Train Operations Increase by 5%<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n An average of 11,670 passenger trains operated every day across China during the first 10 months of 2026. This was 5% higher than the daily average recorded during the corresponding period in 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The network also recorded its busiest single day on October 1, the opening day of China’s National Day holiday. A total of 25.2 million passenger trips were recorded that day, while 14,885 trains operated across the country. Both figures established new single-day records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The numbers highlight the scale of China’s railway operations during major holiday periods, when millions of people travel between cities and regions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tourism and Special-Event Train Services Expand<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Railway authorities are also increasing services aimed at tourism and organised travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Between January and October, China operated 3,236 tourist trains. These included themed services designed around cultural attractions and scenic destinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Another 1,084 special trains were arranged for sporting events, concerts, exhibitions and educational trips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n These services indicate how the railway network is being used beyond regular intercity commuting, providing dedicated transport for tourism and large public events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Cross-Border Railway Travel Records Growth<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n International and cross-border rail connections also registered higher passenger volumes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Guangzhou-Shenzhen-Hong Kong High-Speed Railway handled 29.23 million cross-border passenger trips during the first 10 months of 2026, representing an 11% year-on-year increase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Meanwhile, the China-Laos Railway recorded 289,000 passenger trips, up 33% compared with the same period last year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Foreign nationals also made greater use of China’s railway network. Their combined journeys reached 22.52 million passenger trips, marking a 32.9% increase year-on-year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n China Adds More Passenger-Friendly Services<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Alongside expanding capacity, railway authorities have introduced additional facilities to improve the travel experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Quiet carriage services have been extended to more than 8,000 high-speed trains, giving passengers more options for travelling in a quieter environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pet transportation services are now available at 170 railway stations and on 420 trains. Luggage delivery services have also been expanded to 212 stations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n These additions are intended to make train travel more convenient for different categories of passengers, including tourists, pet owners and travellers carrying luggage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n