High-speed G-series trains on the Shanghai to Pingyuandong route offer Second, First, and Business Class seating. The fastest option typically uses CR400 Fuxing sets from Shanghai Hongqiao via Xuzhou East and Jinan West before continuing onto the Pingyuandong segment, running at 300–350 km/h (186–217 mph) on the main trunk and around 250 km/h (155 mph) on the regional link. Depending on the timetable, most journeys involve a same-day connection at Jinan West or Dezhou East, bringing total travel time to about 4 h 30 m–5 h 30 m, while limited through G-trains, when scheduled, reduce this to roughly 4 h 10 m–4 h 40 m with fewer intermediate stops. In comparison, D-series EMUs such as CRH2/CRH5 operate parts of the same route at 200–250 km/h (124–155 mph) and usually take 5 h 30 m–7 h because of additional stops or a transfer. Conventional Z/T/K services via Jinan or Dezhou run at 120–160 km/h (75–99 mph) and can exceed 9 hours, offering hard or soft sleeper berths for overnight travel. High-speed trains provide reserved seating, power outlets, and trolley snacks, while Business Class on Fuxing sets features 1–2–1 recliners for a more premium seat.