How long does it take from Sanyuanqiao to Qianmen by metro?

The journey from Sanyuanqiao to Qianmen takes approximately 40 minutes by Beijing Subway, covering 17.53 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Sanyuanqiao to Qianmen?

The token fare from Sanyuanqiao to Qianmen 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 Sanyuanqiao for Qianmen?

At Sanyuanqiao, board from Platform 2 (elevated station). The train runs towards Dongzhimen. Look for the electronic board showing "Dongzhimen".

What is the last train from Sanyuanqiao to Qianmen?

The last train from Sanyuanqiao towards Dongzhimen departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Qianmen back towards Sanyuanqiao departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Sanyuanqiao to Qianmen?

There are 7 stops between Sanyuanqiao and Qianmen on the Airport Express. The stations are: Sanyuanqiao, Dongzhimen.

Sanyuanqiao To Qianmen

ShortestShortest Route

Sanyuanqiao

Platform 2·elevated·Airport ExpressTowards Dongzhimen

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

Dongzhimen

blue interchangeyellow interchange

Arrive Platform 5·underground9.37 km

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

interchange Dongzhimen — 5 min

Platform 5 · Line 2 ·Platform 1 Towards Xizhimen

+5 min

Dongzhimen

yellow interchangeorange interchange

Platform 1·underground·Line 2Towards Xizhimen

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

Dongsishitiao

+2.97 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Chaoyangmen

+5.94 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Beijing Railway Station

+11.88 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Chongwenmen

purple interchange

+14.85 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Qianmen

Arrive Platform 1·underground8.16 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

40 min

Total time

stops

17.53 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Sanyuanqiao	05:00	23:00	Towards Dongzhimen
Qianmen	05:00	23:00	Towards Sanyuanqiao

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

2.37 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.09 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~70 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

¥5

Bike

¥116

Auto

¥240

Cab

¥436

Estimates for 17.53 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Airport Express

XizhimenChegongzhuang

Airport Express

Tiantongyuan NorthSongjiazhuang

Airport Express

XizhimenDongzhimen

Airport Express

Departure station

Sanyuanqiao

elevated

Sanyuanqiao, Beijing, Beijing

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Qianmen

underground

Qianmen, Beijing, Beijing

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water