Does Shanghai have a subway?

Shanghai does have a subway! It's one of the longest in the world with one of the most daily riders.

How many stations does the Shanghai Subway have?

Currently there are 414 stations that make up the Shanghai metro.

How do you use the Shanghai metro?

You buy a ticket, one-swipe or a more permanent one, to get through the turnstile. After, you go to the subway platform for your train. You can transfer lines accordingly.

How much does the Shanghai metro cost?

Depending on the distance, anywhere from 3 to 15 RMB .

What time does the metro close?

Most lines open around 5:30 to 6:30 a.m . and close around 10:30 to 11:30 p.m . This may be earlier or later depending on how busy each line is.

How do I buy metro tickets in Shanghai?

For one-time swipe tickets, all stations have self-service machines where you can pay by coins, cash, bankcard, WeChat pay, and Alipay . You can also buy a more permanent physical card at each station's service center (some also have machines for this) or on your phone.

How many metro lines are there in Shanghai?

As of 2020, there are 16 lines of the Shanghai metro. A number of lines are planned to be added or expanded.

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