Updated June 2026

Beijing Line 2 (Ring) — Complete Guide

18
Stations
23.1 km
Length
Xizhimen (loop)
From
Xizhimen (loop)
To

About Beijing Line 2 (Ring)

Beijing Line 2 (Ring) runs from Xizhimen (loop) to Xizhimen (loop), spanning 23.1 km with 18 stations. It's one of the most important lines for tourists visiting Beijing, connecting key attractions like Lama Temple, Drum & Bell Towers, Beijing Railway Station.

Quick Facts

Line Color● Line 2 (Ring)
Stations18
Length23.1 km
RouteXizhimen (loop) ↔ Xizhimen (loop)
Operating Hours~5:30 AM – 11:00 PM
Frequency2–6 min (peak) / 5–10 min (off-peak)
Fare¥3-¥9 (distance-based)

Tourist Attractions on Beijing Line 2 (Ring)

Here are the must-know stations for visitors — with the nearest exit and walking time to each attraction:

Exit C

Yonghegong → Lama Temple (Yonghe Lamasery)

Walking time: 1 min

Exit G

Gulou Dajie → Drum Tower & Bell Tower

Walking time: 10 min

Exit C

Beijing Zhan → Beijing Railway Station & Ming City Wall

Walking time: 2 min

Exit A

Qianmen → Qianmen Street & Zhengyangmen

Walking time: 3 min

Station List & Transfer Guide

StationTransfersNote
YonghegongKey station
Gulou DajieKey station
Beijing ZhanKey station
QianmenKey station
Xizhimen (loop)Terminus

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