China's Ministry of Transport reported a surge in domestic mobility during the recent Dragon Boat Festival holiday, with over 653.7 million inter-regional passenger trips recorded between May 31 and June 2. The figure marks a 2.5% year-on-year increase, signaling renewed travel confidence amid economic recovery efforts.
Transport Breakdown Reveals Road Dominance
Road travel accounted for 91% of all journeys, with 597.32 million trips made by car and bus. Railway systems handled 48.03 million passengers, while air travel saw 5.63 million trips. Waterway transport recorded 2.73 million journeys, reflecting seasonal demand for river and coastal routes.
Cultural Momentum Drives Economic Activity
The three-day holiday honoring the ancient Duanwu Festival tradition – marked by dragon boat races and zongzi rice dumplings – provided a vital boost to domestic tourism and regional commerce. Analysts note the travel figures align with recent retail growth trends, offering insights into consumption patterns across China's provinces.
