How long does it take from Xizhimen to Dongdan by metro?

The journey from Xizhimen to Dongdan takes approximately 36 minutes by Beijing Subway, covering 14.64 km across 9 stops.

What is the metro fare from Xizhimen to Dongdan?

The token fare from Xizhimen to Dongdan 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 Xizhimen for Dongdan?

At Xizhimen, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards Xizhimen. Look for the electronic board showing "Xizhimen".

What is the last train from Xizhimen to Dongdan?

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

How many stops from Xizhimen to Dongdan?

There are 9 stops between Xizhimen and Dongdan on the Line 2. The stations are: Xizhimen, Jishuitan, Gulou Dajie, Andingmen, Yonghegong.

Xizhimen To Dongdan

ShortestShortest Route

Xizhimen

yellow interchange

Platform 1·underground·Line 2Towards Xizhimen

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

Jishuitan

+2.97 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Gulou Dajie

+5.94 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Andingmen

+8.91 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Yonghegong

purple interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground5.44 km

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

interchange Yonghegong — 5 min

Platform 1 · Line 5 ·Platform 3 Towards Tiantongyuan North

+5 min

Yonghegong

blue interchange

Platform 3·underground·Line 5Towards Tiantongyuan North

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

Beixinqiao

+3.85 min

3.85 min · 1.84 km

Zhangzizhonglu

+7.7 min

3.85 min · 1.84 km

Dongsi

+11.55 min

3.85 min · 1.84 km

Dengshikou

+15.4 min

3.85 min · 1.84 km

Dongdan

red interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground9.2 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

36 min

Total time

stops

14.64 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Xizhimen	05:00	23:00	Towards Xizhimen
Dongdan	05:00	23:00	Towards Xizhimen

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

1.98 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.91 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~59 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

¥5

Bike

¥98

Auto

¥206

Cab

¥372

Estimates for 14.64 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Departure station

Xizhimen

underground

Xizhimen, Beijing, Beijing

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Xizhimen main road· Beijing North Railway Station♿

Xizhimen bus stop· Beijing North Railway Station♿

Xizhimen exit· Beijing North Railway Station♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterATMConvenience store

Arrival station

Dongdan

underground

Dongdan, Beijing, Beijing

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Dongdan main road· Dongdan♿

Dongdan bus stop· Dongdan♿

Dongdan exit· Dongdan♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterATMConvenience store