High-speed trains on the Shanghai to Tianjin route run primarily with Fuxing and Hexie sets, offering Second, First, and Business Class seating. Most departures leave from Shanghai Hongqiao and arrive at Tianjin West or Tianjin station. Seats feature power outlets and tray tables, and trolleys sell snacks and drinks. The fastest option is the Fuxing G-category service (CR400AF/CR400BF), operating on the Beijing–Shanghai High-Speed Railway at 300–350 km/h (186–217 mph). When a direct G train is available, the journey typically takes about 4 hours 30 minutes to 5 hours, with limited stops at major hubs such as Nanjing South, Xuzhou East, Jinan West, and Cangzhou West before reaching Tianjin. Business Class provides 2+1 seating; First Class is 2+2; Second Class is 3+2. In comparison, other high-speed options include G trains with a same-station change at Beijing South or Jinan West. These also use high-speed lines and run at 250–350 km/h (155–217 mph), with total travel times generally around 5 to 5 hours 30 minutes depending on the connection. On some schedules, Hexie D-category trains operate parts of the route at 200–250 km/h (124–155 mph), taking longer but sometimes offering lower fares. Traditional overnight Z/T services also exist via the classic line at 120–160 km/h (75–99 mph), trading speed for budget and sleeper options.