Shanghai to Jiangyou Trains

On the Shanghai to Jiangyou route, travelers typically choose between a high-speed combination and classic long-distance services. The fastest option pairs G‑series Fuxing high-speed trains from Shanghai Hongqiao toward Chengdu East with an intercity CRH leg to Jiangyou North. East of Wuhan, many segments run at 300–350 km/h (186–217 mph), while the approaches to Sichuan generally operate at 200–250 km/h (124–155 mph). The final stretch on the Chengdu–Mianyang–Jiangyou intercity line runs at 200–250 km/h (124–155 mph). With a change in Chengdu East (or occasionally Mianyang), total travel time is usually about 11.5–14 hours. Seating on the high-speed sections includes Second, First, and Business Class (often on CR400 “Fuxing”), while the intercity segment offers Second and First Class on CRH sets. By contrast, conventional Z/T/K trains run directly from Shanghai (main station) to Jiangyou on the Baoji–Chengdu conventional line. These services have lower peak speeds around 120–160 km/h (75–99 mph) and make more intermediate stops, leading to end-to-end times typically in the 28–36 hour range. Onboard accommodation includes Hard Seat, Hard Sleeper, and Soft Sleeper, plus a dining car. Note that high-speed trains arrive at Jiangyou North, whereas classic services use Jiangyou station in town. For the quickest arrival, the high-speed plus intercity combination is the clear choice; for travelers who prefer an overnight journey without transfers, the direct Z/T/K trains provide a single-seat option.