Year: 2019

Toilets on Chinese trains are classified into two types: squat toilets and western-style toilets. Toilets on Ordinary Trains Most of the ordinary trains (Z, T, K categories of trains) have only squat toilets. Some of the deluxe soft sleeper carriages on ordinary trains have western-style toilets. They are set at the end of each carriage. Usually toilets in sleeper carriages (deluxe soft sleeper/soft sleeper/hard sleeper) are immaculate. However, toilets in seat carriages (soft seat/hard seat) are in bad condition. Toilets on High-Speed Trains High-speed trains, including overnight D category high-speed trains have both squat and western-style toilets. They are also set at the end of each carriage. Toilets on high-speed train are modern and always clean. A wash basin is equipped beside the toilet. Handicapped washroom Handicapped washroom is available on a high-speed train, usually in No.5 carriage. It is specially designed for passengers in wheelchairs. An auto-door is used. Inside the washroom equipped with a large wash basin, a western-style toilet, hand rails and a changing table for babies. Tips 1. There is no toilet paper provided on ordinary trains. Toilet paper is provided on high-speed trains, but always run out. So it is recommended that you always bring your own toilet paper. Toilet on an ordinary train 2. The toilets will be locked when the train stops. Avoid to use the toilet when the train is about...

Just like taking a flight, there is a baggageallowance to adhere to when taking a train. Please read on to see how many bagsyou can take on a train in China, and where to place them. Weight and Size Limits The maximum weight and size for free carry-on baggage for eachpassenger is as follows. All items exceeding this should be consigned to a rail freight car (see How to Consign Your Baggage) or mailed separately. Free Baggage Allowance Child (including those with a free ticket): 10 kg (22 lbs) Adult: 20 kg (44 lbs) Diplomat: 35 kg (77 lbs) Baggage Size For normal trains: The total of the three dimensions (length + width + height) of each item must not exceed160 cm (63 in). For example 70cm x 40cm x 50 cm would be just withing the limit. The exception is a rod-shaped item (like a fishing rod in its case, or a tube containing a painting), which must not exceed 200 cm (79 in). Width restrictionsare not specified, but presumably "rod-shaped items" must be less than about 10 cm (4 in) in diameter. For high-speed trains (C, D, and G trains): The total of the three dimensions cannot exceed 130 cm (51 in). A rod-shaped item cannot exceed 130 cm (51 in). The weight and size limits detailed above are not applicable to a wheelchair, which has unrestricted access for being...

China high-speed trains, also known as bullet trains, have a running speed of 200 to 350 kph (124 to 217 mph). They are popular for their punctuality, comfort and safety, and they are the most convenient way of traveling around China. China high-speed trains can be categorized into three types: G, D and C-category trains, with different running speeds. The appearance and facilities inside of G, D and C trains are similar, all modern and well-maintained. China High-Speed Rail Map/Network Currently, 30 of China's 33 provincial-level administratve divisions have opened high-speed railways. China High-Speed Railway Map (Updated on: June, 2019). Click to enlarge. China has the world's longest high-speed railway network. By the end of 2018, China high-speed rail network has a total length of 29,000 kilometers (17,980 miles), accounting for two-thirds of the world's high-speed rail tracks for commercial service. There are 8 main high-speed rail lines in the China high-speed rail network, including 4 vertial (north-south) lines and 4 horizontal (east-west) lines, which are the most extensively used high-speed rail lines. See China High-Speed Railway Network for more information. China High-Speed Train Ticket Booking A valid identificationdocument is required when buying a ticket and boarding a train in China. Foreign passengers: Passport or Travel Permit Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan passengers: Mainland Travel Permit Valid ID certificates are required to buy train tickets. Buying China train tickets...