High-speed services between Shanghai and Yichang are operated by China Railway’s Fuxing (G-series) and Hexie (D-series) EMUs, offering Second Class (2+3 seating) and First Class (2+2 seating); Business Class 1+2 seats are available on many G-series sets. The fastest option is typically a G-series high-speed train from Shanghai Hongqiao to Hankou/Wuhan, reaching up to 300–350 km/h (186–217 mph) on the quicker sections via Nanjing South and Hefei South, then a same-station transfer to a D-series service on the Hanyi Railway from Hankou to Yichang East at 200–250 km/h (124–155 mph). End-to-end travel time usually falls between about 5.5 and 7 hours, with the Yichang leg making additional stops such as Jingzhou and Zhijiang. There are also through D-series trains running the entire Shanghai–Yichang route at 200–250 km/h (124–155 mph) for much of the way, generally taking around 6.5 to 8 hours while calling at key hubs including Nanjing South, Hefei South, and Hankou before continuing to Yichang East. Both train types provide air-conditioned coaches, power outlets, overhead luggage racks, and trolley service for snacks and drinks; some G-series sets include a Quiet Car and Business Class with wider seats. Choose the G + D combination for the quickest arrival with fewer intermediate stops, or a direct D-series for a single-seat ride that serves more regional stations along the Yangtze corridor.