🚇 Chengdu Metro Map 2026
Complete guide to Chengdu metro system — 23 lines, 600+ stations. How to buy tickets, use apps, and navigate to top attractions.
Lines
23 Lines
Stations
600+ Stations
Price
¥2-12 ($0.3-1.7)
Hours
6:00 AM - 11:30 PM
🗺️ Metro Map
Chengdu Metro system map showing all 23 lines and major transfer stations.
🎫 Tickets & Payment
1. Single Journey Ticket
- 💰 Price: ¥2-12 ($0.3-1.7) by distance
- 🎫 Where to buy: Ticket machines at all stations
- 🗣️ Language: Machines have English interface
- 💳 Payment: Cash (bills only), WeChat Pay, Alipay
2. Tianfu Tong Card
- 💳 What: Rechargeable smart card
- 💰 Deposit: ¥20 (refundable)
- 🎫 Where to buy: Service counters at all stations
- 💰 Discount: 20% off single journey price
📱 Mobile Payment (Easiest for Foreigners)
WeChat Pay
Bind foreign credit card in WeChat app → Show QR code at gate
Alipay
Bind foreign credit card in Alipay app → Show QR code at gate
Chengdu Metro App
Download "Chengdu Metro" app → Register → Scan QR code
⏰ Operating Hours
| Service | First Train | Last Train | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Most Lines | 6:00-6:30 AM | 10:30-11:30 PM | Varies by station |
| Airport Express | 6:00 AM | 11:00 PM | To TFU & CTU |
| Rush Hour Frequency | 3-5 minutes (7-9 AM, 5-7 PM) | ||
🏛️ Stations Near Top Attractions
Giant Panda Base
Station: Panda Avenue (Line 3)
Exit A, walk 10 min to entrance
Wide and Narrow Alley
Station: Kuanzhai Alley (Line 4)
Exit B, walk 3 min to entrance
Jinli Ancient Street
Station: Jinli (Line 3 & 10)
Exit C, walk 5 min to street
East Hunan Street
Station: East Hunan Road (Line 2 & 3)
Exit D, walk 2 min to pedestrian street
Leshan Giant Buddha (Day Trip)
Station: Chengdu East Railway (Line 2 & 7)
High-speed train to Leshan (1 hr)
Dujiangyan Irrigation
Station: Xipu (Line 2 & 6)
Transfer to high-speed train to Dujiangyan
💡 Local Tips
- 🚭 No eating/drinking — Fines up to ¥500
- 🎒 Security check — All bags scanned (allow extra 5-10 min)
- 🚇 Rush hour — Avoid 7-9 AM & 5-7 PM if possible
- 📱 Download offline map — "Chengdu Metro" app has English
- 🚉 Platform screen doors — Wait behind yellow line