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

The journey from Xuanwumen to Jishuitan takes approximately 36 minutes by Beijing Subway, covering 16.3 km across 12 stops.

What is the metro fare from Xuanwumen to Jishuitan?

The token fare from Xuanwumen to Jishuitan 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 Xuanwumen for Jishuitan?

At Xuanwumen, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Xizhimen. Look for the electronic board showing "Xizhimen".

What is the last train from Xuanwumen to Jishuitan?

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

How many stops from Xuanwumen to Jishuitan?

There are 12 stops between Xuanwumen and Jishuitan on the Line 2. The stations are: Xuanwumen, Hepingmen, Qianmen, Chongwenmen, Beijing Railway Station, Jianguomen, Chaoyangmen, Dongsishitiao, Dongzhimen, Yonghegong, Andingmen, Gulou Dajie, Jishuitan.

Xuanwumen To Jishuitan

ShortestShortest Route

Xuanwumen

Platform 2·underground·Line 2Towards Xizhimen

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

Hepingmen

+2.95 min

2.95 min · 1.35 km

Qianmen

+5.92 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Andingmen

+29.66 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Gulou Dajie

+32.63 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Jishuitan

Arrive Platform 2·underground16.3 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

16.3 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

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

2.20 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.01 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~65 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

¥5

Bike

¥108

Auto

¥226

Cab

¥408

Estimates for 16.3 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Xuanwumen

underground

Xuanwumen, Beijing, Beijing

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Jishuitan

underground

Jishuitan, Beijing, Beijing

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water