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

The journey from Tiantongyuan North to Dongzhimen takes approximately 27 minutes by Beijing Subway, covering 10.55 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Tiantongyuan North to Dongzhimen?

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

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 Dongzhimen?

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

How many stops from Tiantongyuan North to Dongzhimen?

There are 6 stops between Tiantongyuan North and Dongzhimen on the Line 5. The stations are: Tiantongyuan North, Tiantongyuan, Lishuiqiao, Datunlu East, Huixinxijie Nankou, Yonghegong.

Tiantongyuan North To Dongzhimen

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

Datunlu East

+11.55 min

3.85 min · 1.84 km

Huixinxijie Nankou

+15.4 min

3.85 min · 1.84 km

Yonghegong

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground9.2 km

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

interchange Yonghegong — 5 min

Platform 3 · Line 2 ·Platform 1 Towards Xizhimen

+5 min

Yonghegong

purple interchange

Platform 1·underground·Line 2Towards Xizhimen

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

Dongzhimen

yellow interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.35 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

27 min

Total time

stops

10.55 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

¥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

1.42 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.65 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~42 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

¥4

Bike

¥74

Auto

¥156

Cab

¥282

Estimates for 10.55 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Line 5

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

Dongzhimen

underground

Dongzhimen, Beijing, Beijing

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Dongzhimen main road· Dongzhimen Transport Hub♿

Dongzhimen bus stop· Dongzhimen Transport Hub♿

Dongzhimen exit· Dongzhimen Transport Hub♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterATMConvenience store