今年首趟“火山号”旅游列车开行

8月15日清晨6时44分，Y506/7次列车准时从呼和浩特站发车

300余名游客随列车启程

体验2026年首趟“火山号”特色旅游列车

jointly organized by the China Railway Hohhot Bureau Group and the local cultural tourism department, embarking on a summer escape to the grassland volcano region.▲ Inside one of the "Volcano" tourist train carriages, staff members pose for a group photo with passengers. Photo by Liu Zhiyi

This special tourist train, themed "Volcano," covers two routes:

- **From Hohhot (Dong) to Baoyingkan (via Hohhot Dongbei Station and Jiningnan Station), departing at 6:44 and arriving at Baoyingkan at 9:51.**

- **From Baoyingkan back to Hohhot (Dong) (via Jiningnan Station), departing at 18:30 and arriving at Hohhot Dongbei Station at 21:36.**

For individual travelers, these are the available departure and arrival times:

- **Y510:** Departs Baoyingkan at 12:06, arrives at Jiningnan at 13:20.

- **Y509:** Departs Jiningnan at 16:33, arrives at Baoyingkan at 17:48.

Passengers can book tickets through channels such as the 12306 mobile app or ticket counters at stations.

▲ The first "Volcano" tourist train arrives at Jiningnan Station. Photo by Kong Xiangyi

To ensure smooth transfer, the China Railway Hohhot Bureau Group coordinated closely with local cultural tourism authorities. According to the arrival and departure schedules of the "Volcano" train at Baoyingkan Station, and based on the number of passengers alighting and embarking, regular tourist buses operate round-trip between Baoyingkan Station and the Wulanhada Scenic Area Visitor Center, providing a seamless 15-minute connection.

Enhancing the travel experience, the railway department has taken several measures:

1. Set up dedicated waiting areas at all stations along the route.

2. Deployed staff to provide guidance services.

3. Adjusted the number of identity verification lanes dynamically based on passenger flow.

4. Decorated the train with features showcasing the Wulanhada volcano theme IP, integrating elements like volcano education, hot spring wellness retreats, and starry sky camping promotions.

▲ The "Xiaohong Pioneer Service Team" prepares a convenience kit for passengers, demonstrating their care and attention to service. Photo by Li Huaran

The Wulanhada Volcano Group, located 3.7 km from Baoyingkan Station on the Jii Railway in Changji Right Rear Banner, Wulanchabu City, is hailed as the "Natural Volcano Museum." As a National 4A-level tourist attraction, it offers:

- Climbing volcanoes to view geological wonders.

- Wearing astronaut suits to explore the relic of the "Alchemy Furnace."

- Staying overnight at volcanic hot spring hotels.

- Evening enjoyment of the stunning starry sky over the grassland volcano lakes.

- Experiencing activities such as starry sky camping, traditional iron striking (打铁花), and horse riding performances.

Going forward, the China Railway Hohhot Bureau Group plans to strengthen communication with local cultural tourism authorities and operate more specialized tourist trains, including those tailored for music fans, elderly travelers, and students. The goal is to diversify passenger services, promote deeper integration of the railway and tourism industries, and inject new energy into cultural tourism innovation, rural revitalization, and economic development through precise transportation services and high-quality, considerate care for passengers.

Source: China Railway Hohhot Bureau Group

Editor: Ji Yunjie, Li Zixuan

Initial Reviewer: Zuo Weiqing

Secondary Reviewer: Zhong Shengtao, Zhang Ruoyu

Final Reviewer: Wang Ting