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China Metro Systems Guide
Reference pages for 20 urban rail systems across mainland China and Hong Kong: line counts, fares, operating hours, transit cards, and ticketing guidance for foreign visitors.
All 20 metro systems — listed by network size
From Beijing's 27-line network to Kunming's six-line system, every major city in China now operates urban rail. Click any city for fare ranges, transit card details, peak hours, and foreigner-specific notes.
Beijing Metro
北京地铁
One of the world's largest metro networks with 27 lines, excellent English signage, and foreign-card ticketing across 23 million daily trips.
Shanghai Metro
上海地铁
The world's longest metro network by route length, covering all major Shanghai districts with English signage and QR-code entry.
Guangzhou Metro
广州地铁
A 16-line network in southern China's largest city, with English signage, a 24-hour weekend service option, and connections to both rail hubs.
Shenzhen Metro
深圳地铁
A 16-line network across China's tech capital, covering Futian CBD, Silicon Valley equivalent districts, and the Hong Kong border crossings.
Chengdu Metro
成都地铁
A 14-line network reaching the Giant Panda Research Base, Kuanzhai Alley, and both high-speed rail stations across this sprawling Sichuan city.
Hangzhou Metro
杭州地铁
A 12-line network covering West Lake, the Tea Village, Hangzhou East station, and the airport, with QR-code entry.
Chongqing Metro
重庆轨道交通
A 12-line network crossing Chongqing's hillside terrain with monorail sections, including the famous Liziba building-penetrating station on Line 2.
Wuhan Metro
武汉地铁
A 12-line network crossing the Yangtze to connect Wuhan's three constituent cities, with access to Yellow Crane Tower and East Lake.
Nanjing Metro
南京地铁
An 11-line network connecting Nanjing's historical monuments, university district, and both rail stations, with airport metro access.
Hong Kong Metro
香港鐵路（港鐵）
The MTR: Hong Kong's benchmark metro, 10 lines, airport express, contactless card entry, and near-perfect reliability across the territory.
Zhengzhou Metro
郑州地铁
A nine-line network connecting Zhengzhou's high-speed interchange to the Yellow River Cultural Park and the city's Henan heritage sites.
Xi'an Metro
西安地铁
A nine-line network inside and around Xi'an's ancient city walls, connecting the Terracotta Warriors' shuttle bus, the Muslim Quarter, and the high-speed station.
Tianjin Metro
天津地铁
A seven-line network serving Tianjin's main districts, with English signage and convenient interchange at the central rail station.
Qingdao Metro
青岛地铁
A seven-line coastal network connecting Qingdao's historic German Quarter, rail stations, and Jiaodong Airport via Line 8.
Changsha Metro
长沙地铁
A seven-line network in Hunan's capital, connecting the Beijing–Guangzhou high-speed station to the Yuelu Academy and Mao Zedong heritage sites.
Suzhou Metro
苏州轨道交通
A six-line network connecting Suzhou's classical garden district and railway stations, with Metro Line 4 serving the main tourist corridor.
Hefei Metro
合肥轨道交通
A six-line network connecting Hefei's high-speed station, university district, and city centre, with easy navigation for visitors.
Ningbo Metro
宁波轨道交通
A six-line network in Zhejiang's second city, connecting the railway station, the historic Tianyi Pavilion, and the eastern port districts.
Shenyang Metro
沈阳地铁
A six-line network in Liaoning's capital, connecting the Mukden Palace UNESCO site, railway stations, and the airport via Line 2.
Kunming Metro
昆明地铁
A six-line network in Yunnan's Spring City, connecting the high-speed rail station, Cuihu Lake, and the bus hubs for onward travel into Yunnan.