China train travel is one of the most commonly used modes of long-distance transportation in China. China train tours are very popular since China rail link today serves all provinces, with the exception of the special administrative region of Macau. China opened the world’s fastest and longest high-speed passenger rail link between Wuhan and Guangzhou on December 26, 2009. By the end of 2009, the operating rail network covers a total length of 86,000 km. Travel China by train is generally cheap, safe and all major cities are well linked. There are various seat types such as the hard and soft seats, or sleepers.