China's highly anticipated Spring Festival travel rush, known as chunyun, is off to an explosive start with over 311 million train tickets sold through the nation's primary booking platform, 12306, as of 9 a.m. on Saturday.
Spanning 40 days from January 14 to February 22, the 2025 chunyun promises to be one of the busiest travel periods ever recorded. Authorities are projecting an unprecedented nine billion cross-regional passenger trips during this festive season.
The Spring Festival, a time for families to reunite and celebrate, sees millions across China journeying to their hometowns and destinations nationwide. This year’s travel rush highlights the robust demand for rail transport and the effectiveness of digital platforms like 12306 in managing such massive volumes of travelers.
As the nation gears up for this monumental travel event, both travelers and service providers are preparing to navigate the challenges that come with such high passenger numbers. Innovations in ticketing technology and infrastructure upgrades are expected to play a crucial role in ensuring a smooth and efficient travel experience for everyone involved.
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Over 300m train tickets sold for 2025 Spring Festival travel rush
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