why can't i book a train from certain stops?

Question

For example, I want to book a train from Jishou to Yingtan (#K1374/K1375), and tickets are not available to book. However, I can book from Huaihua to Yingtan on the same exact train, which passes through Jishou. Any idea why? Alternatively, can I book the ticket from Huaihua to Yingtan and just get on at Jishou? I'm having the same exact problem trying to book a train from Liuzhou to Huaihua, on train #1474. I'd like to book the trains in advance to be sure to get a soft sleeper since they are long rides! Thanks in advance to anyone who answers! Ben

Mr. WOOD · Answer

Hi, from Jishou to Yingtan, the train K1374/K1375 is pass-by train whose starting station is Huaihua. And the trains from Liuzhou to Huaihua are also all pass-by trains. Since the website only accepts train tickets bookings whose departure station is also the trains' starting station, pass-by trains could not be booked online. It is better for you to purchase the tickets at local train stations in advance.

Ben · Answer

Mr. Wood, thank you very much for the response. I'm concerned that I will arrive in Liuzhou by bus just 2 hours before I'd like to catch the train to Huaihua, so I will only be able to buy tickets 2 hours in advance at the local station. Is this possible to still get a sleeper car?

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Why can't I book a train from certain stops?