High-speed G-series Fuxing trains on the Shanghai to Chengdu route provide Second, First, and Business Class seating, with reserved seats, power outlets, and trolley service. On the eastern high-speed segments between Shanghai, Nanjing, Hefei, and Wuhan, these trains run at up to 300–350 km/h (186–217 mph); west of Wuhan through the mountains toward Chongqing and into Chengdu, speeds are typically 160–250 km/h (99–155 mph). As a result, the fastest end-to-end journeys take about 10–12 hours, with stops at major hubs such as Nanjing, Hefei, Wuhan, and Chongqing.
In comparison, traditional Z/T overnight trains cover the same route at up to 120–140 km/h (75–87 mph), generally taking around 30–34 hours. They offer hard- and soft-sleeper berths suitable for overnight travel. Travelers prioritizing daytime speed should choose the G-series Fuxing, while those preferring a night-on-the-move can opt for the classic sleeper services.