🚄 China's cross-regional passenger trips hit 66.86 billion in 2025, marking a 3.5% year-on-year increase according to Friday's Ministry of Transport report. The rebound signals stronger domestic mobility as the country continues to recover from pandemic-era disruptions.
Analysts say the growth reflects infrastructure upgrades and rising demand for intercity rail and bus services. "This isn't just about numbers—it's about reconnected families, revitalized tourism, and economic momentum," noted transport expert Li Wei in a Weibo post trending today.
Key routes linking the Chinese mainland's eastern tech hubs with central manufacturing zones saw the sharpest spikes. Meanwhile, new high-speed rail lines launched last year in Sichuan and Guangdong provinces are already operating at 92% capacity.
With Lunar New Year travel just weeks away, authorities are deploying extra trains and AI-powered crowd management systems. Could 2026 break another record? 📈 Stay tuned.
