🚇 Shanghai Metro Map 2026
Complete guide to Shanghai metro system — 20 lines, 500+ stations. How to buy tickets, use apps, and navigate to top attractions.
Lines
20 Lines
Stations
500+ Stations
Price
¥3-15 ($0.4-2.1)
Hours
5:00 AM - 11:30 PM
🗺️ Metro Map
Shanghai Metro system map showing all 20 lines and major transfer stations.
🎫 Tickets & Payment
1. Single Journey Ticket
- 💰 Price: ¥3-15 ($0.4-2.1) by distance
- 🎫 Where to buy: Ticket machines at all stations
- 🗣️ Language: Machines have English interface
- 💳 Payment: Cash (bills only), WeChat Pay, Alipay
2. Shanghai Public Transport 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
Shanghai Metro App
Download "Shanghai Metro" app → Register → Scan QR code
⏰ Operating Hours
| Service | First Train | Last Train | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Most Lines | 5:00-5:30 AM | 10:30-11:30 PM | Varies by station |
| Airport Link | 6:00 AM | 11:00 PM | To PVG & SHA |
| Rush Hour Frequency | 2-4 minutes (7-9 AM, 5-7 PM) | ||
🏛️ Stations Near Top Attractions
The Bund
Station: East Nanjing Road (Line 2 & 10)
Walk 5 min to the Bund promenade
Yu Garden
Station: Yuyuan Garden (Line 10 & 14)
Exit 1, walk 3 min to garden entrance
Shanghai Tower
Station: Lujiazui (Line 2)
Exit 6, walk 5 min to Shanghai Tower
French Concession
Station: South Shaanxi Road (Line 1 & 10)
Exit 3, walk 5 min to Wukang Road
Disneyland
Station: Disney Resort (Line 11)
Terminal station, walk 5 min to entrance
Zhujiajiao Water Town
Station: Zhujiajiao (Line 17)
Exit 1, walk 10 min to old town
💡 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 — "Shanghai Metro" app has English
- 🚉 Platform screen doors — Wait behind yellow line