The upcoming five-day Labor Day holiday in the Chinese mainland is set to witness an unprecedented surge in travel, with an estimated average of 270 million trips daily. This significant increase highlights the nation's robust mobility and the public's eagerness to celebrate the holiday.
During a press conference on Monday, the Ministry of Transport revealed that the intensity of movement during this period will surpass both the levels observed in the same timeframe in 2023 and those seen before the COVID-19 pandemic in 2019. This projection underscores a strong rebound in travel activities as restrictions ease and confidence in movement returns.
Guo Sheng, an official from the ministry, detailed that private vehicle usage will dominate the holiday travel landscape, accounting for over 80 percent of the total mobility. This shift towards private transportation is expected to alleviate some of the pressures on public transit systems and offer travelers greater flexibility.
Highways across the nation are anticipated to handle a daily traffic flow of approximately 63.5 million vehicles, which is about 1.8 times higher than typical non-holiday periods. This surge is a testament to the Chinese mainland's extensive and efficient transportation infrastructure, capable of accommodating such large-scale movement.
In addition to road traffic, the country's railways and civil aviation sectors are projected to see a noticeable uptick in passenger trips compared to the same period in 2019. This increase reflects a broader trend of rising domestic travel and a preference for diverse modes of transportation among travelers.
To further facilitate travel, the ministry has announced the continuation of toll waivers for passenger vehicles seating no more than seven people on the nation's toll highways throughout the holiday period. This initiative aims to encourage more people to travel by car, thereby boosting tourism and local economies.
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China expects 270 million daily trips during Labor Day holiday
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