How long does it take from Datunlu East to Xizhimen by metro?

The journey from Datunlu East to Xizhimen takes approximately 25 minutes by Beijing Subway, covering 9.12 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Datunlu East to Xizhimen?

The token fare from Datunlu East to Xizhimen 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 Datunlu East for Xizhimen?

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

What is the last train from Datunlu East to Xizhimen?

The last train from Datunlu East towards Songjiazhuang departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Xizhimen back towards Datunlu East departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Datunlu East to Xizhimen?

There are 6 stops between Datunlu East and Xizhimen on the Line 5. The stations are: Datunlu East, Huixinxijie Nankou, Yonghegong.

Datunlu East To Xizhimen

ShortestShortest Route

Datunlu East

Platform 1·underground·Line 5Towards Songjiazhuang

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

Huixinxijie Nankou

+3.85 min

3.85 min · 1.84 km

Yonghegong

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground3.68 km

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

interchange Yonghegong — 5 min

Platform 3 · Line 2 ·Platform 1 Towards Xizhimen

+5 min

Yonghegong

purple interchange

Platform 1·underground·Line 2Towards Xizhimen

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

Andingmen

+2.97 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Gulou Dajie

+5.94 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Jishuitan

+8.91 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Xizhimen

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground5.44 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

25 min

Total time

stops

9.12 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Datunlu East	05:00	23:00	Towards Songjiazhuang
Xizhimen	05:00	23:00	Towards Datunlu East

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

1.23 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.57 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~36 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

¥4

Bike

¥64

Auto

¥140

Cab

¥250

Estimates for 9.12 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

Datunlu East

underground

Datunlu East, Beijing, Beijing

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival 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