How long does it take from Jianguomen to Terminal 3 by metro?

The journey from Jianguomen to Terminal 3 takes approximately 49 minutes by Beijing Subway, covering 22.81 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Jianguomen to Terminal 3?

The token fare from Jianguomen to Terminal 3 is ¥6. With a smart card the fare is ¥6 (save ¥0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ¥6.

Which platform at Jianguomen for Terminal 3?

At Jianguomen, board from Platform 3 (underground station). The train runs Towards Xizhimen. Look for the electronic board showing "Xizhimen".

What is the last train from Jianguomen to Terminal 3?

The last train from Jianguomen towards Xizhimen departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Terminal 3 back towards Jianguomen departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Jianguomen to Terminal 3?

There are 5 stops between Jianguomen and Terminal 3 on the Line 2. The stations are: Jianguomen, Chaoyangmen, Dongsishitiao, Dongzhimen.

Jianguomen To Terminal 3

ShortestShortest Route

Jianguomen

red interchange

Platform 3·underground·Line 2Towards Xizhimen

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Chaoyangmen

+2.97 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Dongsishitiao

+5.94 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Dongzhimen

yellow interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground4.08 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00

interchange Dongzhimen — 5 min

Platform 1 · Airport Express ·Platform 5 Towards Dongzhimen

+5 min

Dongzhimen

blue interchangeyellow interchange

Platform 5·underground·Airport ExpressTowards Dongzhimen

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Sanyuanqiao

+17.54 min

17.54 min · 9.37 km

Terminal 3

Arrive Platform 1·elevated18.73 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

49 min

Total time

stops

22.81 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Jianguomen	05:00	23:00	Towards Xizhimen
Terminal 3	05:00	23:00	Towards Jianguomen

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

¥6

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

¥6

Save ¥0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

¥6

Save ¥0 per ride

Use your Beijing Subway smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

3.08 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.41 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~91 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

¥6

Bike

¥146

Auto

¥304

Cab

¥552

Estimates for 22.81 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

PingguoyuanSihui East

Line 2

XizhimenChegongzhuang

Line 2

Tiantongyuan NorthSongjiazhuang

Line 2

XizhimenDongzhimen

Line 2

Departure station

Jianguomen

underground

Jianguomen, Beijing, Beijing

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Jianguomen main road· Ancient Observatory♿

Jianguomen bus stop· Ancient Observatory♿

Jianguomen exit· Ancient Observatory♿

Security check is required before entering Chinese metro stations; allow extra time.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterATMConvenience store

Arrival station

Terminal 3

elevated

Terminal 3, Beijing, Beijing

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water