BEIJING, July 1 -- China is expected to see 760 million railway trips during the summer travel rush that kicks off on Saturday, according to the country's railway operator.

This year's summer travel rush will last for 62 days until Aug. 31, according to the China State Railway Group Co., Ltd.

Over 12 million passenger trips are expected to be made daily during the period, a substantial increase from the same period in 2019, the railway operator said.

China's railways have increased capacity while improving service quality and efficiency to meet demands.

The summer travel rush is usually a busy season for China's railway system as college students return home and transport demand due to family visits and travel soars.