国庆中秋长假火车票开抢

Core Insights - The combination of the National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival holidays in 2025 will result in an 8-day holiday period, leading to a strong desire for travel among the public [1] - The railway department has set specific ticket sales dates for train journeys during this holiday period, with tickets for the first day of the holiday available for purchase starting September 17 [1] - There is a significant demand for train tickets, particularly for popular routes, with many tickets already sold out as of September 16 [1] Ticket Sales and Availability - Train tickets for the day before the holiday (September 30) will be available for purchase on September 16, while tickets for the first holiday day (October 1) will be available on September 17 [1] - Different train stations have varying ticket sale start times, with some stations in Hangzhou starting at 10:45 AM [1] - As of September 16, most train tickets from Hangzhou East Station to popular destinations like Nanchang and Changsha are sold out, with only a few remaining for first-class and business seats [1] Travel Recommendations - The railway department advises travelers to avoid peak travel days and consider off-peak travel options to secure tickets more easily [2] - Students eligible for discounts can utilize the "student reservation ticket service" on the railway 12306 platform, allowing them to book tickets 20 to 17 days before departure [2]