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

The journey from Lianhua Road to People's Square takes approximately 35 minutes by Shanghai Metro, covering 17.13 km across 8 stops.

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

The token fare from Lianhua Road 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 Lianhua Road for People's Square?

At Lianhua Road, board from Platform 1 (elevated station). The train runs towards Fujin Road. Look for the electronic board showing "Fujin Road".

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

The last train from Lianhua Road towards Fujin Road departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from People's Square back towards Lianhua Road departs at 22:30.

How many stops from Lianhua Road to People's Square?

There are 8 stops between Lianhua Road and People's Square on the Line 1. The stations are: Lianhua Road, Shanghai South Railway Station, Caobao Road, Xujiahui, Hengshan Road, Changshu Road, South Shaanxi Road, South Huangpi Road, People's Square.

Lianhua Road To People's Square

ShortestShortest Route

Lianhua Road

Platform 1·elevated·Line 1Towards Fujin Road

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

Shanghai South Railway Station

+4.39 min

4.39 min · 2.14 km

Caobao Road

+8.78 min

4.39 min · 2.14 km

South Shaanxi Road

+26.36 min

4.39 min · 2.14 km

South Huangpi Road

+30.75 min

4.39 min · 2.14 km

People's Square

green interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground17.13 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

35 min

Total time

stops

17.13 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Lianhua Road	05:00	23:00	Towards Fujin Road
People's Square	05:30	22:30	Towards Lianhua Road

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

2.31 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.06 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~69 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

¥5

Bike

¥112

Auto

¥236

Cab

¥426

Estimates for 17.13 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

XinzhuangFujin Road

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Yishan RoadHongqiao Road

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Departure station

Lianhua Road

elevated

Lianhua Road, 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