High Speed Rail - Shenyang to Dandong

High speed rail service between Shenyang and Dandong will open on August 31.  It is currently undergoing a trial operation.  The ride includes a stop in Benxi after 20 minutes.  To travel only to Benxi will cost 30rmb.  You can travel all the way to Dandong in less than one hour for 80rmb.  The train will depart from the new Shenyang South station in the Hunnan District, which will open the same day as the new train service.  

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