How long does it take from Puhuangyu to Jianguomen by metro?

The journey from Puhuangyu to Jianguomen takes approximately 23 minutes by Beijing Subway, covering 8.24 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Puhuangyu to Jianguomen?

The token fare from Puhuangyu to Jianguomen 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 Puhuangyu for Jianguomen?

At Puhuangyu, 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 Puhuangyu to Jianguomen?

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

How many stops from Puhuangyu to Jianguomen?

There are 5 stops between Puhuangyu and Jianguomen on the Line 5. The stations are: Puhuangyu, Tiantandongmen, Ciqikou, Chongwenmen.

Puhuangyu To Jianguomen

ShortestShortest Route

Puhuangyu

Platform 2·underground·Line 5Towards Tiantongyuan North

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

Tiantandongmen

+3.85 min

3.85 min · 1.84 km

Ciqikou

+7.7 min

3.85 min · 1.84 km

Chongwenmen

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground5.52 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

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.72 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

23 min

Total time

stops

8.24 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Puhuangyu	05:00	23:00	Towards Tiantongyuan North
Jianguomen	05:00	23:00	Towards Puhuangyu

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

1.11 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.51 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~33 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

¥4

Bike

¥60

Auto

¥128

Cab

¥232

Estimates for 8.24 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

Puhuangyu

underground

Puhuangyu, Beijing, Beijing

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Jianguomen

underground

Jianguomen, Beijing, Beijing

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Jianguomen main road· Ancient Observatory♿

Jianguomen bus stop· Ancient Observatory♿

Jianguomen exit· Ancient Observatory♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterATMConvenience store