How long does it take from Terminal 2 to Xizhimen by metro?

The journey from Terminal 2 to Xizhimen takes approximately 72 minutes by Beijing Subway, covering 34.89 km across 8 stops.

What is the metro fare from Terminal 2 to Xizhimen?

The token fare from Terminal 2 to Xizhimen is ¥7. With a smart card the fare is ¥7 (save ¥0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ¥7.

Which platform at Terminal 2 for Xizhimen?

At Terminal 2, board from Platform 1 (elevated station). The train runs Towards Dongzhimen. Look for the electronic board showing "Dongzhimen".

What is the last train from Terminal 2 to Xizhimen?

The last train from Terminal 2 towards Dongzhimen departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Xizhimen back towards Terminal 2 departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Terminal 2 to Xizhimen?

There are 8 stops between Terminal 2 and Xizhimen on the Airport Express. The stations are: Terminal 2, Terminal 3, Sanyuanqiao, Dongzhimen.

Terminal 2 To Xizhimen

ShortestShortest Route

Terminal 2

Platform 1·elevated·Airport ExpressTowards Dongzhimen

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

Terminal 3

+17.54 min

17.54 min · 9.37 km

Sanyuanqiao

+35.06 min

17.52 min · 9.36 km

Dongzhimen

blue interchangeyellow interchange

Arrive Platform 5·underground28.1 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

Yonghegong

purple interchange

+2.95 min

2.95 min · 1.35 km

Andingmen

+5.92 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Gulou Dajie

+8.89 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Jishuitan

+11.86 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Xizhimen

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground6.79 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

72 min

Total time

stops

34.89 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Terminal 2	05:00	23:00	Towards Dongzhimen
Xizhimen	05:00	23:00	Towards Terminal 2

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

¥7

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

¥7

Save ¥0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

¥7

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

4.71 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

2.16 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~140 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

¥7

Bike

¥220

Auto

¥448

Cab

¥818

Estimates for 34.89 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Airport Express

Departure station

Terminal 2

elevated

Terminal 2, Beijing, Beijing

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Terminal 2 main road· Capital Airport Terminal 2♿

Terminal 2 bus stop· Capital Airport Terminal 2♿

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

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