How long does it take from Nanlishilu to Dongzhimen by metro?

The journey from Nanlishilu to Dongzhimen takes approximately 38 minutes by Beijing Subway, covering 15.28 km across 10 stops.

What is the metro fare from Nanlishilu to Dongzhimen?

The token fare from Nanlishilu to Dongzhimen is ¥5. With a smart card the fare is ¥5 (save ¥0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ¥5.

Which platform at Nanlishilu for Dongzhimen?

At Nanlishilu, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Sihui East. Look for the electronic board showing "Sihui East".

What is the last train from Nanlishilu to Dongzhimen?

The last train from Nanlishilu towards Sihui East departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Dongzhimen back towards Nanlishilu departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Nanlishilu to Dongzhimen?

There are 10 stops between Nanlishilu and Dongzhimen on the Line 1. The stations are: Nanlishilu, Fuxingmen, Xidan, Tiananmen West, Tiananmen East, Wangfujing, Dongdan, Jianguomen.

Nanlishilu To Dongzhimen

ShortestShortest Route

Nanlishilu

Platform 1·underground·Line 1Towards Sihui East

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

Fuxingmen

blue interchange

+3.41 min

3.41 min · 1.6 km

Xidan

+6.82 min

3.41 min · 1.6 km

Wangfujing

+17.05 min

3.41 min · 1.6 km

Dongdan

purple interchange

+20.46 min

3.41 min · 1.6 km

Jianguomen

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground11.2 km

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

interchange Jianguomen — 5 min

Platform 1 · Line 2 ·Platform 3 Towards Xizhimen

+5 min

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

Route on the map

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FromTo

Journey at a glance

38 min

Total time

stops

15.28 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Nanlishilu	05:00	23:00	Towards Sihui East
Dongzhimen	05:00	23:00	Towards Nanlishilu

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

¥5

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

¥5

Save ¥0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

¥5

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

2.06 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.95 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~61 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

¥5

Bike

¥102

Auto

¥214

Cab

¥386

Estimates for 15.28 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

PingguoyuanSihui East

Line 1

XizhimenChegongzhuang

Line 1

Tiantongyuan NorthSongjiazhuang

Line 1

XizhimenDongzhimen

Line 1

Departure station

Nanlishilu

underground

Nanlishilu, Beijing, Beijing

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Dongzhimen

underground

Dongzhimen, Beijing, Beijing

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Dongzhimen main road· Dongzhimen Transport Hub♿

Dongzhimen bus stop· Dongzhimen Transport Hub♿

Dongzhimen exit· Dongzhimen Transport Hub♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterATMConvenience store