All high-speed G-series trains on the Shanghai to Guangzhou route run between Shanghai Hongqiao and Guangzhou South, with key stops on many services at Hangzhou East, Nanchang West, and Changsha South. Most departures are operated by Fuxing Hao EMUs (CR400 series on many runs), offering Second, First, and Business Class. These trains cruise at 250–300 km/h (155–186 mph), and the fastest limited-stop schedules take about 6 hours 50 minutes to 7 hours 20 minutes, while services with more stops typically take around 7.5 to 8 hours. Onboard facilities include reserved seating, power outlets, and trolley catering, with Business Class providing wider seats and extra recline. As an alternative, D-series overnight EMU sleepers cover the same corridor at 200–250 km/h (124–155 mph), generally taking 11–12 hours with additional intermediate stops. These trains use CRH sleeper sets featuring 4-berth soft sleeper cabins and a smaller number of 2-berth deluxe compartments, plus limited standard seats on some formations. Evening departures arriving the following morning are a practical choice for travelers who prefer to sleep en route and keep daytime free.