High-speed G-series trains on the Shanghai to Zibo route run via the Beijing–Shanghai High-Speed Railway to Jinan and then the Jinan–Qingdao high-speed line to Zibo (often Zibo North). Services are typically operated by CR400 “Fuxing” sets, reaching up to 350 km/h (217 mph) on the Shanghai–Jinan section and around 300 km/h (186 mph) between Jinan and Zibo. The end-to-end journey usually takes about 4 to 5 hours depending on stopping patterns, with common calls at Nanjing South, Xuzhou East, and Jinan West. Seating options include Second, First, and Business Class, with power outlets and a trolley or café for snacks. Conventional Z/T-series trains also connect Shanghai (often from Shanghai Railway Station) with Zibo on the classic line, running at approximately 120–160 km/h (75–99 mph) and taking roughly 9 to 12 hours. These provide hard/soft seat and hard/soft sleeper options, plus a dining car on many departures. Travelers prioritizing speed and modern amenities generally choose the high-speed G services, while the overnight Z/T trains suit those who prefer to sleep en route or arrive early morning at central Zibo.