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

The journey from Dongsi to Zhichunlu takes approximately 48 minutes by Beijing Subway, covering 18.32 km across 9 stops.

What is the metro fare from Dongsi to Zhichunlu?

The token fare from Dongsi to Zhichunlu 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 Dongsi for Zhichunlu?

At Dongsi, 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 Dongsi to Zhichunlu?

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

How many stops from Dongsi to Zhichunlu?

There are 9 stops between Dongsi and Zhichunlu on the Line 5. The stations are: Dongsi, Zhangzizhonglu, Beixinqiao, Yonghegong.

Dongsi To Zhichunlu

ShortestShortest Route

Dongsi

Platform 2·underground·Line 5Towards Tiantongyuan North

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

Zhangzizhonglu

+3.85 min

3.85 min · 1.84 km

Beixinqiao

+7.7 min

3.85 min · 1.84 km

Yonghegong

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground5.52 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

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

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Journey at a glance

48 min

Total time

stops

18.32 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Dongsi	05:00	23:00	Towards Tiantongyuan North
Zhichunlu	05:00	23:00	Towards Dongsi

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

2.47 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.14 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~73 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

¥5

Bike

¥120

Auto

¥250

Cab

¥454

Estimates for 18.32 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Departure station

Dongsi

underground

Dongsi, 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