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

The journey from Ciqikou to Dongzhimen takes approximately 24 minutes by Beijing Subway, covering 8.64 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Ciqikou to Dongzhimen?

The token fare from Ciqikou to Dongzhimen 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 Ciqikou for Dongzhimen?

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

What is the last train from Ciqikou to Dongzhimen?

The last train from Ciqikou towards Tiantongyuan North departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Dongzhimen back towards Ciqikou departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Ciqikou to Dongzhimen?

There are 6 stops between Ciqikou and Dongzhimen on the Line 5. The stations are: Ciqikou, Chongwenmen.

Ciqikou To Dongzhimen

ShortestShortest Route

Ciqikou

Platform 2·underground·Line 5Towards Tiantongyuan North

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

Chongwenmen

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground1.84 km

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

interchange Chongwenmen — 5 min

Platform 3 · Line 2 ·Platform 1 Towards Xizhimen

+5 min

Chongwenmen

purple interchange

Platform 1·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

Jianguomen

red interchange

+5.94 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Chaoyangmen

+8.91 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Dongsishitiao

+11.88 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Dongzhimen

yellow interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground6.8 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

24 min

Total time

stops

8.64 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Ciqikou	05:00	23:00	Towards Tiantongyuan North
Dongzhimen	05:00	23:00	Towards Ciqikou

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

1.17 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.54 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~35 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

¥4

Bike

¥62

Auto

¥134

Cab

¥240

Estimates for 8.64 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

PingguoyuanSihui East

Line 5

XizhimenChegongzhuang

Line 5

Tiantongyuan NorthSongjiazhuang

Line 5

XizhimenDongzhimen

Line 5

Departure station

Ciqikou

underground

Ciqikou, 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