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Actually, I am toying with the idea to fly to Shanghai (instead of Hong Kong) once in my life just to be able to take the Transrapid... Can you tell me when tho

• xgk 10y ago
  The maglev station at Shanghai airport tells you clearly when the fast ones are going. The experience of going so fast so close to the ground is quite maginficent. I was wondering why the cars 'stop' on the nearby motorway.
• Tomte 10y ago
  Unfortunately I can't and I don't remember. The German Wikipedia says that there are two 45 minute slots a day, but not when exactly. Maybe their web site tells it? I could find the information after a cursory look.
• oevi 10y ago
  Actually, it's not that much of a deal. You will barely notice it. The whole transrapid ride from/to the airport is a bit.. underwhelming. For me, Hong Kong and especially its skyline was much more futuristic and fascinating. If you've never been there, go for it!
  • Gravityloss 10y ago
    I think that's a sign of advanced technology. If it's silent and comfortable. I also feel it's like the M&M test for quality and culture of a company or nation.
    • ant6n 10y ago
      The Shanghai airport transrapid is surprisingly loud and rumbly, kind of like a roller coaster with its rubber wheels. Or like the Montreal Metro. (in Montreal they also believe that heir trains are super smooth and quiet because of the rubber wheels, compared to steel train. I can not explain this belief.)