高铁“月票”再上新 通勤差旅成本最高降近四成

Core Insights - The introduction of a new ticketing system for high-speed rail provides travelers with more diverse options, covering 12 key routes and reducing travel costs by nearly 40% [1] Ticketing System Overview - The new ticketing system combines "frequency gradient discounts" with flexible travel modes, breaking the traditional fixed date and train ticketing model, creating a "multi-frequency multi-discount" gradient system [3] - Compared to traditional single-journey tickets, the new "10 trips/90 days" and "20 trips/90 days" options offer a 10% discount, with the ability to pre-book up to 10 trips [3][6] - Regular tickets have 11 frequency tiers, including options like "10 trips/30 days" and "60 trips/30 days," with higher frequency tickets offering greater discounts, such as a 62% discount for "60 trips/30 days" [4][9] Travel Methods - Travelers can use two methods to board: "seat reservation" through the 12306 platform or direct entry with an ID card if seats are available, with real-time notifications sent to their registered phone numbers [5] Activation and Validity - The products must be activated within 30 days of purchase, with validity periods of 90 days for trip tickets and 30 days for regular tickets, while also allowing for the accumulation of railway membership points [6] Coverage of Ticketing Options - The new ticketing options are available across various routes, including the Guangzhou-Zhuhai Intercity, Nanning, and the Hong Kong-Guangzhou high-speed rail, among others [7][8]