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ChinaEasy Guide
China High-Speed Rail Guide
How foreign visitors can book, enter stations and ride high-speed trains in China with a passport.
Quick answer
China’s high-speed rail is excellent, but stations are large. Arrive early and keep your passport ready.
Step by step
Follow these steps
- 1Book tickets through Trip.com or official channels.
- 2Use the exact passport name and number.
- 3Arrive 45–60 minutes early at major stations.
- 4Pass security and passport ticket checks.
- 5Find the platform and carriage number before boarding.
FAQ
Do I need a paper ticket?
Usually your passport is used for verification, but keep booking details available.
How early should I arrive?
For first-time visitors, 45–60 minutes early is safer.
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