π Beijing Metro Map 2026
Complete guide to Beijing subway system β 27 lines, 490+ stations. How to buy tickets, use apps, and navigate to top attractions.
Lines
27 Lines
Stations
490+ Stations
Price
Β₯2-10 ($0.3-1.4)
Hours
5:00 AM - 11:30 PM
πΊοΈ Metro Map
Beijing Metro system map showing all 27 lines and major transfer stations.
π« Tickets & Payment
1. Single Journey Ticket
- π° Price: Β₯2-10 ($0.3-1.4) by distance
- π« Where to buy: Ticket machines at all stations
- π£οΈ Language: Machines have English interface
- π³ Payment: Cash (bills only), WeChat Pay, Alipay
2. Yikatong Card (Recommended)
- π³ What: Rechargeable smart card
- π° Deposit: Β₯20 (refundable)
- π« Where to buy: Service counters at all stations
- π° Discount: 20% off single journey price
π± Mobile Payment (Easiest for Foreigners)
WeChat Pay
Bind foreign credit card in WeChat app β Show QR code at gate
Alipay
Bind foreign credit card in Alipay app β Show QR code at gate
Beijing Metro App
Download "Beijing Metro" app β Register β Scan QR code
β° Operating Hours
| Service | First Train | Last Train | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Most Lines | 5:00-5:30 AM | 10:30-11:30 PM | Varies by station |
| Airport Express | 6:00 AM | 10:30 PM | To PEK & PKX |
| Rush Hour Frequency | 2-3 minutes (7-9 AM, 5-7 PM) | ||
ποΈ Stations Near Top Attractions
Forbidden City
Station: Tiananmen East (Line 1) or Tiananmen West (Line 1)
Walk 10 min to Meridian Gate (south entrance)
Great Wall (Badaling)
Station: Badaling (Line S2)
Depart from Huangtudian or Beijing North Railway Station
Summer Palace
Station: Beigongmen (Line 4)
Exit D, walk 5 min to north gate
Temple of Heaven
Station: Tiantan Dongmen (Line 5)
Exit A, walk 3 min to east gate
Wangfujing Shopping
Station: Wangfujing (Line 1 & 8)
Exit A, walk 2 min to pedestrian street
Sanlitun Bar Street
Station: Tuanjiehu (Line 10)
Exit D, walk 10 min or take taxi
π‘ Local Tips
- π No eating/drinking β Fines up to Β₯500
- π Security check β All bags scanned (allow extra 5-10 min)
- π Rush hour β Avoid 7-9 AM & 5-7 PM if possible
- π± Download offline map β "Beijing Metro" app has English
- π Platform screen doors β Wait behind yellow line