Day 1: Solo high-speed train journey from Shanghai to Hangzhou experiencing Business Class luxury.
2023-11-11
Sunny and cloudy
10:00
45 minutes
1
Departure from Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station
Enter via North Entrance, go through security and passport check
Navigate the massive station, pass security, and find the boarding gate.
219 RMB (Business Class Ticket)
Tips: Arrive early as the station is huge like an airport; use your passport directly at the gates (no paper ticket needed).
10:43
1 hour 10 minutes
2
High-Speed Train Ride (G7509)
Travel from Shanghai to Hangzhou East
Experience Business Class with lie-flat seats and complimentary service.
Included in ticket
Tips: Business class seats recline fully; Second class tickets are much cheaper (approx 75 RMB).
Food Recommendations:
- Raisins
- Crackers
- Almonds
- Fruit Juice
- Meat snack
11:54
30 minutes
3
Arrival at Hangzhou East Railway Station
Exit platform and follow signs for Metro or Taxi
Disembark and exit the station to head towards the city.
not mentioned
Tips: The station is very large; English signage is available to help navigate.
Day 1: Solo high-speed train journey from Shanghai to Hangzhou experiencing Business Class luxury.
2023-11-11
Sunny and cloudy
10:00
45 minutes
1
Departure from Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station
Enter via North Entrance, go through security and passport check
Navigate the massive station, pass security, and find the boarding gate.
219 RMB (Business Class Ticket)
Tips: Arrive early as the station is huge like an airport; use your passport directly at the gates (no paper ticket needed).
10:43
1 hour 10 minutes
2
High-Speed Train Ride (G7509)
Travel from Shanghai to Hangzhou East
Experience Business Class with lie-flat seats and complimentary service.
Included in ticket
Tips: Business class seats recline fully; Second class tickets are much cheaper (approx 75 RMB).
Food Recommendations:
- Raisins
- Crackers
- Almonds
- Fruit Juice
- Meat snack
11:54
30 minutes
3
Arrival at Hangzhou East Railway Station
Exit platform and follow signs for Metro or Taxi
Disembark and exit the station to head towards the city.
not mentioned
Tips: The station is very large; English signage is available to help navigate.
