How long does it take from Tiantongyuan North to Chongwenmen by metro?

The journey from Tiantongyuan North to Chongwenmen takes approximately 42 minutes by Beijing Subway, covering 20.24 km across 11 stops.

What is the metro fare from Tiantongyuan North to Chongwenmen?

The token fare from Tiantongyuan North to Chongwenmen 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 Tiantongyuan North for Chongwenmen?

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

What is the last train from Tiantongyuan North to Chongwenmen?

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

How many stops from Tiantongyuan North to Chongwenmen?

There are 11 stops between Tiantongyuan North and Chongwenmen on the Line 5. The stations are: Tiantongyuan North, Tiantongyuan, Lishuiqiao, Datunlu East, Huixinxijie Nankou, Yonghegong, Beixinqiao, Zhangzizhonglu, Dongsi, Dengshikou, Dongdan, Chongwenmen.

Tiantongyuan North To Chongwenmen

ShortestShortest Route

Tiantongyuan North

Platform 1·elevated·Line 5Towards Tiantongyuan North

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

Tiantongyuan

+3.85 min

3.85 min · 1.84 km

Lishuiqiao

+7.7 min

3.85 min · 1.84 km

Dengshikou

+34.65 min

3.85 min · 1.84 km

Dongdan

red interchange

+38.5 min

3.85 min · 1.84 km

Chongwenmen

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground20.24 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

42 min

Total time

stops

20.24 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

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

2.73 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.25 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~81 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

¥5

Bike

¥132

Auto

¥272

Cab

¥496

Estimates for 20.24 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Tiantongyuan North

elevated

Tiantongyuan North, Beijing, Beijing

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Tiantongyuan North main road· Tiantongyuan♿

Tiantongyuan North bus stop· Tiantongyuan♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Chongwenmen

underground

Chongwenmen, Beijing, Beijing

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Chongwenmen main road· Chongwenmen area♿

Chongwenmen bus stop· Chongwenmen area♿

Chongwenmen exit· Chongwenmen area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterATMConvenience store