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What should I do if my first train in China is late and I may miss the next one?
Updated 2026-09-22 · Conditions and policies can change
Direct answer
Check the onward ticket's official change terms immediately, preserve the delay information and contact the rail operator or booking platform through an official channel.
What to know
- ●Do not assume separately purchased onward tickets are automatically protected.
- ●Confirm the exact next station and any later departures before buying a replacement.
- ●Inform your hotel if the revised arrival could be after its check-in cutoff.
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