How long does it take from Sanyuanqiao to Zhichunlu by metro?

The journey from Sanyuanqiao to Zhichunlu takes approximately 57 minutes by Beijing Subway, covering 23.52 km across 8 stops.

What is the metro fare from Sanyuanqiao to Zhichunlu?

The token fare from Sanyuanqiao to Zhichunlu 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 Sanyuanqiao for Zhichunlu?

At Sanyuanqiao, board from Platform 2 (elevated station). The train runs towards Dongzhimen. Look for the electronic board showing "Dongzhimen".

What is the last train from Sanyuanqiao to Zhichunlu?

The last train from Sanyuanqiao towards Dongzhimen departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Zhichunlu back towards Sanyuanqiao departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Sanyuanqiao to Zhichunlu?

There are 8 stops between Sanyuanqiao and Zhichunlu on the Airport Express. The stations are: Sanyuanqiao, Dongzhimen.

Sanyuanqiao To Zhichunlu

ShortestShortest Route

Sanyuanqiao

Platform 2·elevated·Airport ExpressTowards Dongzhimen

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

Dongzhimen

blue interchangeyellow interchange

Arrive Platform 5·underground9.37 km

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

interchange Dongzhimen — 5 min

Platform 5 · Line 2 ·Platform 1 Towards Xizhimen

+5 min

Dongzhimen

yellow interchangeorange interchange

Platform 1·underground·Line 2Towards Xizhimen

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

Yonghegong

purple interchange

+2.95 min

2.95 min · 1.35 km

Andingmen

+5.92 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Gulou Dajie

+8.89 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Jishuitan

+11.86 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Xizhimen

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground6.79 km

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

interchange Xizhimen — 5 min

Platform 1 · Line 13 ·Platform 3 Towards Xizhimen

+5 min

Xizhimen

blue interchange

Platform 3·underground·Line 13Towards Xizhimen

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

Dazhongsi

+7.19 min

7.19 min · 3.68 km

Zhichunlu

Arrive Platform 1·elevated7.36 km

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

Route on the map

8stops2changes

FromTo

Journey at a glance

57 min

Total time

stops

23.52 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Sanyuanqiao	05:00	23:00	Towards Dongzhimen
Zhichunlu	05:00	23:00	Towards Sanyuanqiao

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

3.18 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.46 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~94 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

¥6

Bike

¥152

Auto

¥312

Cab

¥568

Estimates for 23.52 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Airport Express

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Airport Express

XizhimenDongzhimen

Airport Express

Departure station

Sanyuanqiao

elevated

Sanyuanqiao, Beijing, Beijing

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Zhichunlu

elevated

Zhichunlu, Beijing, Beijing

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water