直击春运首日！多项便民措施“迎战”史上最长春节假期，让回家的路更短更温暖

Core Viewpoint - The 2026 Spring Festival travel season has officially begun, with significant increases in passenger volume and enhanced railway services to meet the demand [2][4]. Passenger Volume and Travel Statistics - On February 2, the first day of the Spring Festival travel season, approximately 145,000 passengers traveled from Beijing West Station [2]. - From February 2 to March 13, Beijing West Station is expected to send 5.155 million passengers, with a peak day on February 14 projected to see 236,000 travelers [2]. - Nationwide, the railway is expected to transport 540 million passengers, averaging 13.48 million daily, representing a year-on-year increase of 5.0% [2]. Railway Capacity and Services - The railway department has prioritized capacity assurance, launching over 560 new and optimized passenger trains, and deploying 251 new train sets before the Spring Festival [4]. - On peak travel days, over 14,000 passenger trains will operate, with seating capacity increasing by 5.3% compared to the previous year [4]. Travel Experience Enhancements - The introduction of the Xiyuan High-Speed Railway has significantly reduced travel time; for example, a trip from Beijing to Yan'an now takes only 5.5 hours compared to over 10 hours previously [7]. - Beijing West Station has implemented various service upgrades, including a mother-baby room and personalized assistance for unaccompanied elderly passengers and pregnant women [7]. Volunteer and Support Services - Over 18,000 volunteers are stationed at 7,014 service points across 527 train stations to assist travelers with information, order guidance, and support [9]. - Train crews have introduced measures to assist vulnerable passengers, including children and the elderly, ensuring a smooth travel experience [9]. Integrated Air-Rail Services - Starting February 2, Beijing West Station has partnered with China Eastern Airlines to offer check-in services for flights, allowing passengers to complete the entire process without leaving the station [10]. - This integration aims to enhance the travel experience by reducing overall travel time by more than one-third [10]. Safety and Security Measures - The railway police have implemented comprehensive safety measures, including real-time monitoring of passenger flow and emergency response protocols for large crowds [13]. - A mechanism for sharing weather-related alerts has been established to prepare for adverse weather conditions, ensuring safety during travel [14].