Guangdong Province is experiencing a remarkable reversal in traditional Spring Festival travel patterns, with major urban centers like Guangzhou and Shenzhen emerging as popular destination hubs rather than merely departure points for outgoing travelers.
According to data released by China Railway Guangzhou Group, the initial 72 hours of the annual Chunyun period witnessed nearly 4 million passenger departures from Guangdong while simultaneously recording approximately 2.84 million arrivals. This substantial inbound traffic represents a significant shift in holiday migration trends during China’s most important traditional festival.
The railway operator reported handling over 5.62 million passenger journeys by Wednesday, demonstrating the immense scale of transportation activity during this peak travel season. In response to this evolving travel dynamic, authorities have implemented special measures to accommodate increased mobility.
Seventy-two trains across eight key routes connecting Guangdong to Beijing, Guizhou Province, and Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region are now offering discounted ticket prices. This initiative forms part of a broader governmental effort to stimulate cultural exchange and tourism development throughout the Spring Festival holiday period.
Travelers can access these reduced fares through multiple booking channels including the railway operator’s official digital platforms or traditional ticket counters at station facilities. The coordinated approach aims to ensure smooth transportation operations while encouraging reverse migration patterns that benefit regional tourism economies.