On the Shanghai–Shiyan corridor, travelers typically choose between China’s G-series high-speed trains and classic K/T conventional services. The fastest option uses G-series high-speed trains (CR400 Fuxing/CRH380) from Shanghai Hongqiao via Nanjing South and Hefei South to Wuhan, then a Wuhan–Shiyan East segment on the Han–Shi high-speed line. Speeds reach up to 300 km/h (186 mph) between Shanghai and Nanjing, around 250 km/h (155 mph) on Hefei–Wuhan, and up to 350 km/h (217 mph) from Wuhan to Shiyan East. Most itineraries involve one transfer at Wuhan or Xiangyang East; total travel time is usually about 6 to 7.5 hours, depending on stops and connection times. Seating on G trains includes Second Class, First Class, and Business Class. Conventional T/K trains generally run overnight between Shanghai (often from Shanghai or Shanghai South) and Shiyan (city station, not Shiyan East). These services have top speeds around 120–160 km/h (75–99 mph) and take roughly 15 to 18 hours. They offer Hard Seat, Hard Sleeper, and Soft Sleeper classes, with basic onboard facilities. Choose G-series high-speed if minimizing journey time is the priority and Shiyan East suits your plans; pick a K/T overnight train if you prefer a direct ride to central Shiyan with sleeper berths.