Pulse is exploding, eyes staring at the speed sign. 429, 430, 431 km/h (for my American friends: Transrapid's top speed is 267,81 mph). The Transrapid connects Shanghai International Airport with the city of Shanghai on a 30 km (18,66 miles) distance. The ride lasts 5 minutes. We also felt sorrow because our German technology runs in China with success!