襄荆高铁9月28日开通运营 襄阳至荆门最快29分钟可达

Core Points - The Xiangjing High-speed Railway (Xiangjing HSR) will commence operations on September 28, significantly reducing travel time between Xiangyang East and Jingmen West stations to a maximum of 29 minutes [1][2] - The railway spans 116 kilometers with a design speed of 350 kilometers per hour, featuring three stations: Xiangyang East, Yicheng, and Jingmen West, with Yicheng being a newly constructed station [1] - The initial operation phase will see up to 26 daily train services, with flexible pricing mechanisms to cater to diverse passenger needs [1][2] Infrastructure and Connectivity - The Xiangjing HSR connects the Zhengzhou-Chongqing HSR to the Yangtze River HSR, forming a crucial part of China's "Eight Vertical and Eight Horizontal" high-speed rail network [2] - The railway will link with existing lines, including the Jingmen to Jingzhou HSR and the upcoming Wuhan to Yichang segment of the Yangtze River HSR, enhancing regional connectivity [2] Future Developments - The Xiangjing HSR is the first high-speed railway scheduled to open in the second half of 2025, with several other lines expected to launch by the end of the year [2] - By the end of 2025, the total railway operating mileage is projected to exceed 165,000 kilometers, with high-speed rail mileage surpassing 50,000 kilometers [2]