Changsha–Zhuzhou–Xiangtan intercity railway

[2][3] The maximum operating speed is expected to be up to 200 km/h (124 mph), travelling time between the three cities will be shortened to less than 30 minutes.

Originally proposed a regional rapid transit system, it was redesigned to be built to mainline high-speed railway standards.

It will be built as a double tracked electrified railway with a maximum design speed of 200 km/h (124 mph), using automatic block control.

Initially trains only had an average occupancy rate of 25% with citizens complaining about high prices and infrequent service.

[4] In 2017, along with the northwestern extension the railway's operations dramatically changed, frequencies were increased and distinct local/express services were established.