How long does it take from Songjiazhuang to Yonghegong by metro?

The journey from Songjiazhuang to Yonghegong takes approximately 39 minutes by Beijing Subway, covering 18.4 km across 10 stops.

What is the metro fare from Songjiazhuang to Yonghegong?

The token fare from Songjiazhuang to Yonghegong 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 Songjiazhuang for Yonghegong?

At Songjiazhuang, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards Tiantongyuan North. Look for the electronic board showing "Tiantongyuan North".

What is the last train from Songjiazhuang to Yonghegong?

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

How many stops from Songjiazhuang to Yonghegong?

There are 10 stops between Songjiazhuang and Yonghegong on the Line 5. The stations are: Songjiazhuang, Puhuangyu, Tiantandongmen, Ciqikou, Chongwenmen, Dongdan, Dengshikou, Dongsi, Zhangzizhonglu, Beixinqiao, Yonghegong.

Songjiazhuang To Yonghegong

ShortestShortest Route

Songjiazhuang

Platform 1·underground·Line 5Towards Tiantongyuan North

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

Puhuangyu

+3.85 min

3.85 min · 1.84 km

Tiantandongmen

+7.7 min

3.85 min · 1.84 km

Zhangzizhonglu

+30.8 min

3.85 min · 1.84 km

Beixinqiao

+34.65 min

3.85 min · 1.84 km

Yonghegong

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground18.4 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

39 min

Total time

stops

18.4 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Songjiazhuang	05:00	23:00	Towards Tiantongyuan North
Yonghegong	05:00	23:00	Towards Songjiazhuang

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

2.48 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.14 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~74 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 18.4 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Departure station

Songjiazhuang

underground

Songjiazhuang, Beijing, Beijing

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Songjiazhuang main road· Songjiazhuang area♿

Songjiazhuang bus stop· Songjiazhuang area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Yonghegong

underground

Yonghegong, Beijing, Beijing

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Yonghegong main road· Lama Temple♿

Yonghegong bus stop· Lama Temple♿

Yonghegong exit· Lama Temple♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterATMConvenience store