How long does it take from Yuquanlu to Yonghegong by metro?

The journey from Yuquanlu to Yonghegong takes approximately 62 minutes by Beijing Subway, covering 26.8 km across 16 stops.

What is the metro fare from Yuquanlu to Yonghegong?

The token fare from Yuquanlu to Yonghegong is ¥6. With a smart card the fare is ¥6 (save ¥0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ¥6.

Which platform at Yuquanlu for Yonghegong?

At Yuquanlu, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Sihui East. Look for the electronic board showing "Sihui East".

What is the last train from Yuquanlu to Yonghegong?

The last train from Yuquanlu towards Sihui East departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Yonghegong back towards Yuquanlu departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Yuquanlu to Yonghegong?

There are 16 stops between Yuquanlu and Yonghegong on the Line 1. The stations are: Yuquanlu, Wukesong, Gongzhufen, Military Museum, Muxidi, Nanlishilu, Fuxingmen, Xidan, Tiananmen West, Tiananmen East, Wangfujing, Dongdan.

Yuquanlu To Yonghegong

ShortestShortest Route

Yuquanlu

Platform 1·underground·Line 1Towards Sihui East

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

Wukesong

+3.41 min

3.41 min · 1.6 km

Gongzhufen

+6.82 min

3.41 min · 1.6 km

Tiananmen East

+30.69 min

3.41 min · 1.6 km

Wangfujing

+34.1 min

3.41 min · 1.6 km

Dongdan

purple interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground17.6 km

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

interchange Dongdan — 5 min

Platform 1 · Line 5 ·Platform 3 Towards Tiantongyuan North

+5 min

Dongdan

red interchange

Platform 3·underground·Line 5Towards Tiantongyuan North

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

Dengshikou

+3.85 min

3.85 min · 1.84 km

Dongsi

+7.7 min

3.85 min · 1.84 km

Zhangzizhonglu

+11.55 min

3.85 min · 1.84 km

Beixinqiao

+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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

62 min

Total time

stops

26.8 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Yuquanlu	05:00	23:00	Towards Sihui East
Yonghegong	05:00	23:00	Towards Yuquanlu

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

¥6

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

¥6

Save ¥0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

¥6

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

3.62 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.66 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~107 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

¥6

Bike

¥170

Auto

¥352

Cab

¥640

Estimates for 26.8 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

PingguoyuanSihui East

Line 1

XizhimenChegongzhuang

Line 1

Tiantongyuan NorthSongjiazhuang

Line 1

XizhimenDongzhimen

Line 1

Departure station

Yuquanlu

underground

Yuquanlu, Beijing, Beijing

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Yonghegong

underground

Yonghegong, Beijing, Beijing

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Yonghegong main road· Lama Temple♿

Yonghegong bus stop· Lama Temple♿

Yonghegong exit· Lama Temple♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterATMConvenience store