How long does it take from Jianguomen to Xuanwumen by metro?

The journey from Jianguomen to Xuanwumen takes approximately 15 minutes by Beijing Subway, covering 6.79 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Jianguomen to Xuanwumen?

The token fare from Jianguomen to Xuanwumen is ¥4. With a smart card the fare is ¥4 (save ¥0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ¥4.

Which platform at Jianguomen for Xuanwumen?

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 Xuanwumen?

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

How many stops from Jianguomen to Xuanwumen?

There are 5 stops between Jianguomen and Xuanwumen on the Line 2. The stations are: Jianguomen, Beijing Railway Station, Chongwenmen, Qianmen, Hepingmen, Xuanwumen.

Jianguomen To Xuanwumen

ShortestShortest Route

Jianguomen

red interchange

Platform 3·underground·Line 2Towards Xizhimen

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

Beijing Railway Station

+2.97 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Chongwenmen

purple interchange

+5.94 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Qianmen

+8.91 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Hepingmen

+11.88 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Xuanwumen

Arrive Platform 1·underground6.79 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

15 min

Total time

stops

6.79 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

¥4

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

¥4

Save ¥0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

¥4

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

0.92 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.42 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~27 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

¥4

Bike

¥50

Auto

¥112

Cab

¥200

Estimates for 6.79 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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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

Xuanwumen

underground

Xuanwumen, Beijing, Beijing

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water