China forecasts 2.78 billion holiday trips, with National Day travel at 1.7 times normal
China's Ministry of Transport forecasts 2.78 billion cross-regional trips during the combined Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holidays. The three-day Mid-Autumn holiday is expected to see 650 million trips, while the seven-day National Day holiday is projected to reach 2.13 billion trips, about 1.7 times the daily average. Road travel will dominate at over 90% of trips, with new energy vehicle travel expected at 1.8 times the daily average. Authorities have installed approximately 89,000 charging facilities at highway service areas.
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China expects 2.78 billion cross-regional trips during Mid-Autumn and National Day holidays
China's State Council Information Office held a press conference on September 24 to outline transportation service guarantees for the upcoming Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holidays. The Ministry of Transport forecasts total cross-regional passenger flows of 2.78 billion trips during the combined holiday period. The Mid-Autumn three-day holiday is expected to see 650 million trips, up 20% from normal days, while the seven-day National Day holiday is projected to reach 2.13 billion trips, about 1.7 times the daily average. Civil aviation is expected to transport 31.19 million passengers from September 25 to October 7, with a single-day peak exceeding 2.6 million. Railway passenger volume is forecast at 284 million over 16 days, with a peak single-day volume of over 24.4 million, potentially setting a new National Day record. Road travel remains the dominant mode, with car rental demand expected to grow over 20% year-on-year. To accommodate the growing number of new energy vehicles, authorities have installed approximately 89,000 charging facilities at highway service areas, covering nearly all service zones, and launched a mini-program for real-time charging station queries and roadside assistance. The State Post Bureau noted that daily parcel collection has risen to 585 million items in September, up from 523 million in the January-August period.
Read sourceChina expects 2.13 billion cross-regional trips during National Day holiday
On September 24, China's Vice Minister of Transport Li Yang announced at a State Council press conference that the National Day holiday period is expected to see 21.3 billion cross-regional passenger trips, averaging about 300 million per day. The Mid-Autumn Festival holiday is forecast to see 650 million trips. Li Yang outlined four characteristics of the National Day travel: peak volume on the first day reaching 340 million trips, nearly double the daily average; road travel dominating at over 90% of trips; new energy vehicle travel expected to be 1.8 times the daily average; and a potential surge in long-distance travel as some workers combine the two holidays into a 13-day break. The government will continue policies including toll-free passage for small passenger cars on highways, improved charging services for new energy vehicles, and targeted traffic management for popular cities and scenic spots to prevent prolonged congestion.
Read sourceChina Transport Ministry Forecasts National Day Holiday Travel at 1.7 Times Normal
According to a report by 21st Century Business Herald, China's Ministry of Transport held a press conference on September 24 to outline travel service guarantees for the upcoming Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holidays. Vice Minister Li Yang stated that due to the close proximity of the two holidays, travel demand is expected to be very strong. For the three-day Mid-Autumn Festival, cross-regional travel is forecast at 650 million person-trips, averaging 220 million per day, 1.2 times the daily average of 180 million. For the seven-day National Day holiday, travel is expected to reach 2.13 billion person-trips, averaging 300 million per day, approximately 1.7 times normal levels. The peak is forecast for October 1, with 340 million trips, nearly double the daily average. Road travel, especially self-driving, is expected to account for over 90% of trips. New energy vehicle travel is forecast at 1.8 times the daily average, highlighting charging concerns. Long-distance travel is also expected to grow, with car rental demand after flights or high-speed rail trips rising over 20%.
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China expects 650 million cross-regional trips during Mid-Autumn Festival holiday
According to a press conference held by China's State Council Information Office on September 24, Vice Minister of Transport Li Yang announced that during the upcoming Mid-Autumn Festival holiday, the total cross-regional passenger flow across Chinese society is expected to reach 650 million person-trips, with an average of approximately 220 million person-trips per day. The forecast indicates a slight increase in passenger traffic compared to normal days. The travel patterns are expected to be dominated by返乡探亲 (returning home for family reunions) and visiting relatives and friends, with a significant number of short-distance trips such as suburban tours and rural tourism around cities. The information was reported by cls (财联社) citing CCTV News.
Read sourceChina expects 650 million cross-regional trips during Mid-Autumn Festival holiday
According to a press conference held by China's State Council Information Office on September 24, Vice Minister of Transport Li Yang announced that, based on comprehensive analysis, the Mid-Autumn Festival holiday will see a slight increase in passenger flow compared to regular days. The total cross-regional population movement across society is expected to reach 650 million person-trips, averaging about 220 million per day. The travel is primarily driven by people returning home for family reunions and visiting relatives and friends, with a notable number of short-distance trips to suburban areas and rural tourism destinations. The forecast was reported by state broadcaster CCTV and aggregated by financial data provider Jin10.
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