How long does it take from Beixinjing to People's Square by metro?

The journey from Beixinjing to People's Square takes approximately 32 minutes by Shanghai Metro, covering 15.48 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Beixinjing to People's Square?

The token fare from Beixinjing to People's Square 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 Beixinjing for People's Square?

At Beixinjing, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Pudong International Airport. Look for the electronic board showing "Pudong International Airport".

What is the last train from Beixinjing to People's Square?

The last train from Beixinjing towards Pudong International Airport departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from People's Square back towards Beixinjing departs at 22:30.

How many stops from Beixinjing to People's Square?

There are 7 stops between Beixinjing and People's Square on the Line 2. The stations are: Beixinjing, Weining Road, Loushanguan Road, Zhongshan Park, Jiangsu Road, Jing'an Temple, West Nanjing Road, People's Square.

Beixinjing To People's Square

ShortestShortest Route

Beixinjing

Platform 1·underground·Line 2Towards Pudong International Airport

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

Weining Road

+4.52 min

4.52 min · 2.21 km

Loushanguan Road

+9.04 min

4.52 min · 2.21 km

Jing'an Temple

+22.6 min

4.52 min · 2.21 km

West Nanjing Road

+27.14 min

4.54 min · 2.22 km

People's Square

red interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground15.48 km

First train: 05:30Last train: 22:30

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

32 min

Total time

stops

15.48 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Beixinjing	05:00	23:00	Towards Pudong International Airport
People's Square	05:30	22:30	Towards Beixinjing

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 Shanghai Metro smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

2.09 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.96 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~62 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

¥5

Bike

¥102

Auto

¥216

Cab

¥390

Estimates for 15.48 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

XinzhuangFujin Road

Line 2

East XujingPudong International Airport

Line 2

Yishan RoadHongqiao Road

Line 2

Departure station

Beixinjing

underground

Beixinjing, Shanghai, Shanghai

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

People's Square

underground

People's Square, Shanghai, Shanghai

Weekdays: 05:30 – 22:30(Sundays from 05:30)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

People's Square main road· People's Square, People's Park♿

People's Square bus stop· People's Square, People's Park♿

People's Square exit· People's Square, People's Park♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterATMConvenience store