On the Shanghai to Xiaoxian route, China Railway runs high-speed G-category services from Shanghai Hongqiao to Xiaoxian North (Xiaoxianbei). Fuxing EMUs (CR400AF/BF) operate at up to 350 km/h (217 mph) on the Shanghai–Xuzhou stretch of the Beijing–Shanghai High-Speed Railway, then continue on the Zhengzhou–Xuzhou High-Speed Railway where services typically run up to 300 km/h (186 mph). End-to-end times are around 2 h 50 m to 3 h 20 m depending on stops at hubs such as Nanjing South, Bengbu South, and Xuzhou East. Sets on this corridor can also include Hexie units (CRH380 series). Seating options are Second, First, and Business Class, with power outlets, tray tables, and trolley service. By comparison, conventional Z/T/K trains connect Shanghai (usually Shanghai Station) with Xiaoxian (non-HSR) on the Longhai corridor. These reach 120–160 km/h (75–99 mph) at most, with lower average speeds due to frequent stops, and take roughly 8–11 hours. Accommodation includes Hard/Soft Seat and Hard/Soft Sleeper. If a direct G-train is not available at the desired time, a same-station change at Xuzhou East between frequent high-speed services is possible. For the shortest travel time, choose the G-category; for an overnight option, use the conventional services.