As the National Day holiday wraps up, we had a chance to sit down with officials from the Taiyuan Railway Bureau on October 6, during a peak travel period projected to see around 400,000 passengers. Officials expect that travel demand will continue to be strong in the coming days.
To accommodate the influx of holiday travelers, the Taiyuan Railway Bureau is actively adjusting train schedules. They’ve introduced a “daily plan” system to optimize their resources, resulting in the addition of 74 extra trains. This includes 23 additional high-speed trains and 28 regular trains, primarily connecting major cities like Beijing, Tianjin, Xi’an, Hohhot, as well as several cities in Shanxi province, including Taiyuan, Datong, Linfen, Yuncheng, Lüliang, and Jinzhong.
To ensure a safe and smooth travel experience for returning passengers, the Bureau plans to enhance security measures and expand ticket inspection channels at high-traffic stations. Stations like Taiyuan, Taiyuan South, Datong, Datong South, Pingyao Ancient Town, and Yuncheng North will see increased staffing levels. Additional personnel will be present in ticket halls, waiting areas, and transfer corridors to assist passengers, ensuring that help is readily available when needed. During peak arrival times, all exit gates will be opened to facilitate quicker departures for travelers.
Railway officials urge passengers to double-check the station names on their tickets, as many cities have more than one train station. Avoiding confusion is key to preventing delays. Moreover, travelers are reminded to comply with regulations regarding personal items and to sit according to the specified travel section, seat type, and seat number on their tickets to promote an orderly travel experience.
