Updated June 2026

Beijing Line 8 — Complete Guide

38
Stations
51.6 km
Length
Zhuxinzhuang
From
Yinghai
To

About Beijing Line 8

Beijing Line 8 runs from Zhuxinzhuang to Yinghai, spanning 51.6 km with 38 stations. It's one of the most important lines for tourists visiting Beijing, connecting key attractions like Olympic Park, Bird's Nest, 798 Art District.

Quick Facts

Line Color● Line 8
Stations38
Length51.6 km
RouteZhuxinzhuang ↔ Yinghai
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 8

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

Exit D

Olympic Park → Bird's Nest & Water Cube

Walking time: 5 min

Exit C

Shichahai → Houhai Lakes & Hutongs

Walking time: 2 min

Exit A

Qianmen → Qianmen Street & Dashilar

Walking time: 3 min

Station List & Transfer Guide

StationTransfersNote
Olympic ParkKey station
ShichahaiKey station
QianmenKey station
ZhuxinzhuangTerminus
YinghaiTerminus

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