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

The journey from Xizhimen to Xidan takes approximately 46 minutes by Beijing Subway, covering 18.87 km across 13 stops.

What is the metro fare from Xizhimen to Xidan?

The token fare from Xizhimen to Xidan 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 Xizhimen for Xidan?

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

What is the last train from Xizhimen to Xidan?

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

How many stops from Xizhimen to Xidan?

There are 13 stops between Xizhimen and Xidan on the Line 2. The stations are: Xizhimen, Jishuitan, Gulou Dajie, Andingmen, Yonghegong, Dongzhimen, Dongsishitiao, Chaoyangmen, Jianguomen.

Xizhimen To Xidan

ShortestShortest Route

Xizhimen

yellow interchange

Platform 1·underground·Line 2Towards Xizhimen

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

Jishuitan

+2.97 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Gulou Dajie

+5.94 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Dongsishitiao

+17.8 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Chaoyangmen

+20.77 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Jianguomen

red interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground10.87 km

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

interchange Jianguomen — 5 min

Platform 3 · Line 1 ·Platform 1 Towards Pingguoyuan

+5 min

Jianguomen

blue interchange

Platform 1·underground·Line 1Towards Pingguoyuan

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

Dongdan

purple interchange

+3.41 min

3.41 min · 1.6 km

Wangfujing

+6.82 min

3.41 min · 1.6 km

Tiananmen East

+10.23 min

3.41 min · 1.6 km

Tiananmen West

+13.64 min

3.41 min · 1.6 km

Xidan

Arrive Platform 2·underground8 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

46 min

Total time

stops

18.87 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Xizhimen	05:00	23:00	Towards Xizhimen
Xidan	05:00	23:00	Towards Xizhimen

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

2.55 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.17 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~75 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

¥5

Bike

¥124

Auto

¥256

Cab

¥466

Estimates for 18.87 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

PingguoyuanSihui East

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XizhimenDongzhimen

Line 2

Departure 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

Arrival station

Xidan

underground

Xidan, Beijing, Beijing

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water