Departed! The First Shanghai-Europe Freight Train
October, 4 2021
The freight train, named Shanghai Express, carries 50 containers loaded with various goods, including clothing, automotive parts, solar panels, tableware, furniture, daily necessities, and machine components.
Key Details of the Shanghai-Europe Train Route
- Total Distance: 10,000 kilometers
- Estimated Travel Time: 2 weeks
- Route: Departing from Alashankou Port, Xinjiang, the train passes through Kazakhstan, Russia, Belarus, and Poland before reaching Germany.
This new freight route is expected to enhance trade relations between China, Germany, Europe, and other countries along the corridor, facilitating economic and commercial exchanges. More freight train services will be introduced in the future.