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

The journey from People's Square to Shanghai Stadium takes approximately 48 minutes by Shanghai Metro, covering 20.63 km across 11 stops.

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

The token fare from People's Square to Shanghai Stadium 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 People's Square for Shanghai Stadium?

At People's Square, board from Platform 3 (underground station). The train runs Towards East Xujing. Look for the electronic board showing "East Xujing".

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

The last train from People's Square towards East Xujing departs at 22:30 on weekdays. The last train from Shanghai Stadium back towards People's Square departs at 22:30.

How many stops from People's Square to Shanghai Stadium?

There are 11 stops between People's Square and Shanghai Stadium on the Line 2. The stations are: People's Square, East Nanjing Road, Lujiazui, Dongchang Road, Century Avenue.

People's Square To Shanghai Stadium

ShortestShortest Route

People's Square

red interchange

Platform 3·underground·Line 2Towards East Xujing

First train: 05:30Last train: 22:30Doors open: right

East Nanjing Road

+4.52 min

4.52 min · 2.21 km

Lujiazui

+9.04 min

4.52 min · 2.21 km

Dongchang Road

+13.56 min

4.52 min · 2.21 km

Century Avenue

purple interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground8.84 km

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

interchange Century Avenue — 5 min

Platform 1 · Line 4 ·Platform 3 Towards Yishan Road

+5 min

Century Avenue

green interchange

Platform 3·underground·Line 4Towards Yishan Road

First train: 05:30Last train: 22:30Doors open: right

Pudian Road

+3.57 min

3.57 min · 1.69 km

Tangqiao

+7.12 min

3.55 min · 1.68 km

Luban Road

+17.81 min

3.57 min · 1.69 km

Damuqiao Road

+21.36 min

3.55 min · 1.68 km

Shanghai Stadium

Arrive Platform 2·underground11.79 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

48 min

Total time

stops

20.63 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
People's Square	05:30	22:30	Towards East Xujing
Shanghai Stadium	05:00	23:00	Towards People's Square

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

2.79 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.28 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~83 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

¥5

Bike

¥134

Auto

¥278

Cab

¥504

Estimates for 20.63 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

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

Arrival station

Shanghai Stadium

underground

Shanghai Stadium, Shanghai, Shanghai

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water