China Railway operates multiple services on the Shanghai to Guchengdong route, with the main long-haul segment typically covered by Fuxing G‑series high-speed trains offering Second, First, and on many departures Business Class. Connecting legs closer to Guchengdong are usually run by D‑series CRH trains with Second and First Class seating. The quickest itinerary uses a Fuxing G‑series from Shanghai Hongqiao toward a regional hub such as Nanjing South, Hefei South, Jinan, or Wuhan at up to 300–350 km/h (186–217 mph), then a short D‑series high-speed connection to Guchengdong operating at 200–250 km/h (124–155 mph). With one change, total travel time is generally about 5.5–8 hours, and the G‑series leg makes limited stops (commonly Suzhou North, Nanjing South, Xuzhou East depending on the timetable). In comparison, routings that rely more on D‑series trains keep speeds to 200–250 km/h (124–155 mph) for longer stretches and take roughly 7–10 hours while serving more intermediate stations. Conventional Z/K services, where used on the last approach to Guchengdong, run around 120–160 km/h (75–99 mph) and add time but can include soft sleeper options. Onboard, G‑ and D‑series provide assigned seats, power outlets, and refreshments, with Business Class on select G‑series sets featuring wider recliners.