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

The journey from Xidan to Qianmen takes approximately 20 minutes by Beijing Subway, covering 7.03 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Xidan to Qianmen?

The token fare from Xidan to Qianmen 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 Xidan for Qianmen?

At Xidan, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Pingguoyuan. Look for the electronic board showing "Pingguoyuan".

What is the last train from Xidan to Qianmen?

The last train from Xidan towards Pingguoyuan departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Qianmen back towards Xidan departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Xidan to Qianmen?

There are 5 stops between Xidan and Qianmen on the Line 1. The stations are: Xidan, Fuxingmen.

Xidan To Qianmen

ShortestShortest Route

Xidan

Platform 2·underground·Line 1Towards Pingguoyuan

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

Fuxingmen

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.6 km

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

interchange Fuxingmen — 5 min

Platform 1 · Line 2 ·Platform 3 Towards Xizhimen

+5 min

Fuxingmen

red interchange

Platform 3·underground·Line 2Towards Xizhimen

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

Changchunjie

+2.97 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Xuanwumen

+5.94 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Hepingmen

+8.89 min

2.95 min · 1.35 km

Qianmen

Arrive Platform 2·underground5.43 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

20 min

Total time

stops

7.03 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Xidan	05:00	23:00	Towards Pingguoyuan
Qianmen	05:00	23:00	Towards Xidan

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

0.95 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.44 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~28 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

¥4

Bike

¥52

Auto

¥114

Cab

¥204

Estimates for 7.03 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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XizhimenDongzhimen

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Departure station

Xidan

underground

Xidan, 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