On the Shanghai to Wuzhi route, travelers typically choose between a high-speed combination and a direct conventional service. High-speed trains (G-series, with some D-series) provide Second, First, and Business Class seating, while conventional Z/T/K services offer Hard/Soft Seat and Hard/Soft Sleeper options. The quickest option is a high-speed run from Shanghai Hongqiao to Zhengzhou East on G-series Fuxing or Hexie EMUs, operating at up to 300 km/h (186 mph). This leg takes about 3–4 hours. From Zhengzhou, continue on a regional intercity service toward the Jiaozuo/Wuzhi area, with C/D-series trains on this corridor typically running up to 200–250 km/h (124–155 mph), or transfer to a short conventional segment for the final approach to Wuzhi. End-to-end, this path is commonly 5–6 hours depending on the transfer. Note that there is no through high-speed service directly into Wuzhi. By contrast, direct conventional Z/T/K trains to Wuzhi station on the classic network run at up to 120–160 km/h (75–99 mph), make more intermediate stops, and usually take around 11–15 hours. Sleeper accommodation is available for overnight travel and a single-seat ride without transfers.