How much liquor can I bring on the train? Analysis of the latest regulations and hot topics
Recently, the regulations on carrying liquor on trains have become a hot topic on the Internet. As the Spring Festival approaches, many travelers plan to bring liquor back home or as gifts to relatives and friends, but they are confused about the specific restrictions. This article will combine the hot discussions on the entire network in the past 10 days to provide you with a detailed interpretation of the latest regulations of the railway department and provide structured data reference.
1. Latest regulations on carrying liquor on railways (updated in 2024)

| Liquor type | Alcohol concentration | Allowable carrying capacity | Packaging requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ordinary liquor | ≤50%vol | No more than 6 bottles (500ml/bottle) | Original factory sealed packaging |
| high strength liquor | >50%vol | No more than 2 bottles (500ml/bottle) | Must be original factory sealed |
| Bulk liquor | any concentration | Prohibited | None |
2. Hotly discussed issues among netizens
1.Why are restrictions on alcoholic liquor more stringent?The railway department explained that high-strength liquor is flammable and poses a major safety hazard, especially in a closed carriage environment.
2.Are the implementation standards at different stations unified?Recently, some netizens reported that there are differences in inspection standards at some stations. 12306 official response stated that unified standards are implemented across the country, but the sensitivity of security inspection equipment at each station may be different.
3.How to deal with excess liquor:According to actual feedback from netizens, you can choose to give up the excess on the spot, apply for temporary storage (a storage fee is required), or use other means of transportation.
3. Suggestions for bringing back home during the Spring Festival
| scene | Suggestions | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| Bring high-end gift wine | Give priority to products below 50 degrees Celsius | Keep proof of purchase for inspection |
| Traveling with multiple people | dispersed carry | No more than the limit per person |
| Bulk purchasing needs | Choose logistics consignment | Learn about prohibited categories in advance |
4. Recent relevant hot events
1.#MAN was stopped while carrying 10 bottles of Maotai#The topic has been read 120 million times, triggering extensive discussions on carrying alcoholic gifts.
2.Railway department popular science videoThe officially released animation video "Guide to Carrying Liquor" has been viewed more than 8 million times in a single day.
3.Netizens’ actual measurement sharingMany travel bloggers have released actual security inspection videos at different stations, among which the inspection procedures at Chengdu East Railway Station and Beijing West Railway Station have received the most attention.
5. Handling special situations
1.International trains:Cross-border transport is also subject to customs regulations, which are usually more stringent than domestic train restrictions.
2.Disabled travelers:Alcohol products for medical purposes require a hospital certificate and the total volume does not exceed 1000ml.
3.Transfer passengers:If you change trains midway, you will need to go through security again, so it is recommended to allow enough time.
Warm reminder:Regulations may change as the security level is adjusted. It is recommended to check the latest announcements through 12306 APP before departure. During the Spring Festival transportation period (January 26-March 5), some key stations may strengthen inspections.
Through the above structured data and analysis, we hope to help passengers arrange their itinerary reasonably. Traveling safely requires not only complying with regulations, but also understanding the necessity of security inspections. Do you have any questions or experiences to share about the liquor carrying regulations? Welcome to leave a message in the comment area for discussion.
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