Shanghai is one of the largest metropolitan areas in Asia. One of the sights of the city is its subway. In this article we will tell you everything about the Shanghai metro: we will provide a map with a diagram, opening hours, talk about the fare, types of tickets and privileges.
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The Shanghai Metro can rightfully be called the embodiment of modern elegance and engineering brilliance. Here, elements of Eastern culture are skillfully intertwined with the latest achievements of Western architecture. The stations of the Shanghai Metro are extraordinarily beautiful, and the trains that run between them are reminiscent of the super-fast cars of the future.
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In a relatively short period of time (its history is 14 years old), the Shanghai metro managed to break into the ranks of the leaders in a number of indicators. So, it is the first metro in the world in length (548 km) and the fourth in terms of daily passenger traffic (8.5 million people).
Metro lines and stations
The Shanghai metro map is represented by 14 active lines and 329 stations. Due to the popularity and convenience of this type of transport, the metro is developing at a rapid pace. According to the project, by 2020 the number of lines on the Shanghai metro map should be increased to 18, some of which will connect the most significant objects of urban infrastructure.
The Shanghai metro map shows that the majority of stations are concentrated around the city center, which is considered the norm in the construction of the metro.
The stations of the Shanghai "subway" are built according to the latest technology and architecture. They are distinguished by perfect cleanliness and high information content. Plasma screens display information about the arrival of the next two trains. The announcements themselves are made in two languages: Chinese and English.
Unfortunately, there are no announcements in the Shanghai subway in Russian yet. But an equally important innovation was the introduction of a record that announces information about everyone located near the station.
The price of the issue
The fare depends on the distance. The first 6 kilometers of the journey will cost you $ 0.44 or 3 yuan. Fans of long trips will have to shell out $ 0.15 or 1 yuan for every next 10 kilometers. This payment system is not universal: the fifth metro line has its own prices.
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You can travel up to 6 kilometers along it for 2 yuan. This feature is explained by the fact that the authorities stimulate the development of the area through which this small branch runs. The Shanghai metro map does not deceive - its length is only 15 km.
Much to the surprise of a Russian tourist, travel benefits in Shanghai are set on an anthropometric basis. Thus, children whose height does not exceed 1.2 meters have the right to a free ride. The authorities did not forget to take care of the elderly: pensioners over 70 also have the right to free travel.
However, there are some bureaucratic nuances here. This privileged opportunity is given only by the Chinese social card, so this rule does not apply to tourists.
Types of tickets
The Shanghai Metro uses the following types of passes:
- Disposable.
- Shanghai Transportation Card - Shahghai Public Transportation Card.
- Travel passes for tourists for 1-3 days.
- "Maglev".
A one-time ticket can be bought from vending machines at any station. The passenger must enter the destination of the trip, and the system will automatically calculate its cost. These tickets are only valid during the day. When leaving the station, the used ticket must be inserted into the turnstile. You can stay in the Shanghai subway for no more than 3 hours. Otherwise, the turnstile will not let you out.
Shanghai Transport Card is an analogue of a plastic card. The passenger replenishes her account, which is spent on travel. When purchasing it, you must pay 3 USD as a security deposit. If the amount spent on travel exceeds $ 10, you will receive a 10% discount on all subsequent trips.
Travel passes for 1-3 days are the most beneficial. By purchasing a one-day or three-day pass for 3 or 7 USD, respectively, you can travel on the Shanghai subway without restrictions. This option is the most popular among tourists.
Maglev is a high-speed metro line. It connects Pudong Airport and Luoyang Road Station. Trains run here at a speed of 300-430 km / h. Such a trip will cost $ 7.5 one way.
Video: How to use the Shanghai Metro?
Schedule
Those who like to walk late are interested in the question: until what time does the local subway work? After all, life in the metropolis is in full swing, so a tourist inadvertently can lose track of time. So, the operating time of the Shanghai Metro starts at 6 am and ends at 11 pm.
On holidays, the metro can work up to one in the morning. It should be remembered that each branch has its own opening hours. But in any case, you shouldn't risk it - come to the station half an hour before the official closing.
The modern metropolis of Shanghai amazes many seasoned travelers with its skyscrapers, financial centers and hurrying people in business suits. It would seem that the movement of urban transport is difficult and incomprehensible. But it turns out that the transport system in this million-plus city works smoothly and without interruptions. Each type of transport operates clearly on schedule.
Metro - urban mode of transport
One of the city's modes of transport is the Shanghai metro, a photo of which is shown below. If the city did not have a subway, it is difficult to imagine how Shanghai would exist today. People would not be able to get home or work, and city buses and trams were seriously overloaded.
And in general, city transport without the metro would not only be overloaded, but simply could not cope with the flow of people who want to get from one point to another. Therefore, the subway for Shanghai is an important mode of transport, which serves about 7 million people daily, and its length has already reached 420 kilometers.
It is important to note that the Shanghai metro today is an inexpensive, fast and convenient way to get around the city. This type of transport is enjoyed by both locals and numerous tourists.
Metro timetable
Shanghai boasts one of the fastest growing subways in the world, which is constantly growing and expanding. Shanghai Metro as of 2017 consists of 15 lines. In addition, there is a branch line from Line No. 1 that connects the city with Pudong Airport. The important thing is that almost all lines intersect with each other, and line number 3 runs above the ground.
The first train leaves the line at about 5-6 in the morning. The Shanghai Metro ends at about 10-11 pm. Opening hours of the subway seem incomprehensible for many visitors.
But it turns out that the Shanghai subway, which opening hours looks strange at first meeting, depends on the subway line. So, the closing and opening times are different for each specific line. At each station, on a special board, the departure time of the first and last train from this station is indicated.
Some features
The Shanghai Metro has a main ring line as well as radial lines. You should be aware that the circular route - line number 4 and the radial route - line number 3 overlap. Therefore, visitors need to be especially careful, otherwise you can go to the wrong place.
When entering the metro, you must attach the card to the validator. When leaving the metro, if a person was driving on a reusable card, he again applies it to the machine. And if he was driving on a one-time chip, he simply lowers the card into a special hole when exiting.
Thus, digital information is read from the card and the robot makes sure that the person has completed the paid path. If there was some mistake or a person traveled more than he was supposed to, then he can go to the nearest service center and pay the unpaid way. Such centers are installed at every metro station. After payment, a person can freely pass through the turnstile.
Fare
The metro ticket costs depending on the distance. On average, the price ranges from RMB 3 to RMB 9. Those who are going to take the Shanghai metro for the first time can tell the cashier the necessary station, and he himself will tell you how much the trip will cost. But usually you can see the price of a metro ride at ticket machines or above the ticket office.
For travel in the Shanghai subway, magnetic cards are used. Such tickets can be purchased at special machines or ticket offices at stations. It is not recommended to buy them with a margin, because they are valid only for the current day.
If a person is going to stay for several days, then it is more prudent in this case to purchase a reusable card, which costs 20 yuan. When buying a reusable card, it is recommended to deposit an amount of 80 to 300 yuan and use it to travel, except for the metro, and other types of public transport up to taxis.
When the entire amount on the reusable card has been used up, it can be topped up through the ticket machine or at any ticket office. In this case, you do not need to buy the card again. But you should know that only one person can use one card.
Some nuances
Shanghai Metro has dedicated lifts and disabled toilets. Interestingly, the train is not divided into wagons. Stations, in addition to the Chinese language, are announced additionally in English.
The Shanghai metro is notable for large crossings, and this must be borne in mind when planning the time for the road. The intervals between train movements are from 2 to 15 minutes. Special screens are installed near the tracks, which indicate the time of the approach of the nearest train.
Each metro station has up to 10 exits. Therefore, before using the services of this urban transport, it is recommended to study in detail the map of the area and the location of the station. All subway signs are in Chinese and English.
Public transport in Shanghai is a well-developed system of metro, buses, trolleybuses, trams, electric trains, ferries, etc. Transfer to Pudong Airport is carried out on a very unusual form of transport - Maglev magnetoplane. Especially for the guests of the metropolis, tourist buses run around the city and a tunnel of attractions operates. Renting a bike or using the services of a taxi company will not be difficult, while renting a car, on the contrary, can be difficult.
It seems that understanding the transport system of the multimillion-dollar Shanghai is not an easy task. Everything is complicated by the national language: a complete lack of understanding of the inscriptions in public transport and at stops, just like English, not all workers of the transport structure know and understand. This publication will help you get closer to understanding how public transport in Shanghai works, how to buy tickets and how not to get lost in the metropolis.
Tickets
Travel in Shanghai is carried out both with tickets for one trip, and with travel cards for several trips / days / modes of transport.
Traveling on the subway
Suitable for a short stay in the city one-way ticket ... Shanghai's transport pricing policy is formed as follows: the fare is calculated depending on the distance traveled. For those passengers who traveled from 0 to 6 kilometers, the ticket will cost ¥ 3... If the path exceeds 6 km, then for every 10 kilometers, an additional ¥ 1... The maximum fare will be ¥ 15.
There are exceptions to the general rule. Traveling on Line 5 is cheaper by ¥ 1: the fare is 2 ¥ for trips up to 6 km, and ¥ 3 for all trips over 6 km, regardless of distance. The fee is not valid for transfers from Line 5 to others. The fare from Xinzhuang Station to Narodnaya Ploshchad Station is 4 ¥.
A single-trip ticket can be purchased from ticket machines (Chinese and English) or subway ticket offices. All tickets have a built-in chip. It is quite easy to purchase a one-trip ticket through the ticket machine. Having switched to English, you need to select a start and end point, after which the ticket price will be calculated automatically.
To enter the station, the ticket must be brought to the reader, and to exit the station, a ticket for one trip must be placed in the reader slot. If you bought a ticket to a certain station and try to get off at another, then you will not be able to do this. You will need to pay extra at the checkout upon exiting.
The card can be purchased at the metro, shops, banks and other official points of sale. Also, the card can be ordered on the official website or through a mobile application (Chinese).
Shanghai has one of the fastest growing and expanding subways in the world. The metro system is perfectly integrated with other forms of public transport. As of 2020, there are 16 operating lines in Shanghai:,,,,,,,,,,,,,, and Pujiang (the train schedule is available on the links). Lines 14, 15, 18 are planned to be launched in 2020 - 2021. It is also planned to expand the existing lines, and by 2030 - the commissioning of new lines (from 19 to 25).
The Shanghai subway is a fairly fast way of getting around, although not the cheapest. But at the same time, even despite the congestion at rush hour, the movement is still comfortable, if only because air conditioners work everywhere in summer, and heating in winter. Stations are announced in both Chinese and English.
Each metro station has a map, also in English. Some lines have branches. Metro employees always come to the rescue of guests of the city, so you can safely ask for answers to your questions.
Before entering the transport zone, it is necessary to pass a hand luggage check, which is identical to the admission control in the metro of the cities of the Russian Federation. With travel cards, everything is quite simple, they must be applied to the turnstile readers at the entrance and exit from the station. The ticket for one trip must be kept until the end of the trip. To leave the station, place a ticket in a special slot in the turnstile.
The only disadvantage of the metro as a public transport is its opening hours. Each line has an individual schedule. Some lines close early enough, most of the metro runs from 05:30 to 23:00, although life in the city is in full swing until late. For convenience, you can take advantage of the Shanghai Extended Metro Map and plan your route in advance. You can also download mobile apps in advance to help you plan your route. For example, Explore Shanghai for iOS and Android.
Magnetoplane
In the summer of 2019, construction began on a new Express Airport Link, which will connect Pudong and Hongqiao airports. Currently, to get from one airport to another, you need to take the metro (Line 2) or take a bus. The journey takes 70 to 90 minutes. The 68.6-kilometer line will cut travel time to 40 minutes after completion of construction, which is tentatively scheduled for 2024. The trains will travel at a speed of 160 km / h. The Express Airport Link will consist of 9 stations.
Buses
The bus route map consists of more than 1000 lines. The bus is cheaper than the metro. All buses are equipped with air conditioning, TV monitors with news, and creeping line indicating the next stop, duplicated by voice messages in Chinese and English. The buses are usually new: European models assembled in China. A number of Shanghai private transport companies are in charge of bus transportation.
Public buses are identified by numbers or characters. As a result of the optimization that has taken place in recent years, many bus routes have been shortened, replaced or combined. Some regular routes began to operate only during rush hours, keeping the original numbering. There are several conventional categories of buses in Shanghai:
Routes with number code:
- Up to No. 200 - regular regular routes;
- 200 to 299 - most of the routes operate during peak hours (although some of them include regular lines);
- From No. 300 to No. 399 - night routes;
- From No. 400 to No. 499 - lines crossing the Huangpu River;
- From No. 500 to No. 599, No. 800 to No. 899 - special lines;
- 600 to 699 - Pudong District Lines;
- From 700 to 799 and from 1000 there are regular suburban routes.
The rest of the lines are marked with Chinese characters, which are the abbreviated form of the names of the first and final stations. Some of them go to airports, across the Huangpu River, to the port, to the railway station, etc.
Most buses run around the city from approximately 05:30 to 21:30. Peak hour routes operate from 06:00 to 08:00 and from 16:30 to 18:30. The schedule for night buses is from 23:00 to 05:30. Times vary depending on the route.
The fare is paid by SPTC transport card or in cash. It is best to prepare coins in advance, which must be dropped into the container at the entrance (next to the driver). Nobody gives change. Conductors work on some of the long routes.
There are also several large bus stations in Shanghai, from where you can get to the suburbs by comfortable buses.
It will be possible to cover the sights of the city in a short time using the services of one of the excursion bus companies. Buses run around Shanghai according to the Hop-on Hop-off system: you can get off at any station, walk and see the sights, and then continue the journey with the same ticket on another bus of the tourist route. Tickets can be purchased when boarding the bus. Excursion services of this kind in Shanghai are provided by Shanghai Bus Tours, Springtour and a number of other companies.
The most convenient way is to download a map of Shanghai public transport to your phone, there is a huge variety of similar applications today. For example, Moovit provides detailed maps and timetables for all Shanghai Metro, Bus and Tram routes, as well as the best way to get to a stop or point of interest.
Shanghai trolleybus
Shanghai's trolleybus system is the oldest in the world. It was launched back in 1914. Today there are 14 routes in Shanghai:
No. 6: Changbai Road Tumen Road - Wujin Road North Henan Road;
No. 8: Sanmen Road Shiguang Road - Songpan Road Yangshupu Road;
No. 13: Tilanqiao - Zhongshan Park Metro Station;
No. 14: Jiangpu Road North Zhongshan 2nd Road - Dongxinqiao;
No. 15: North Zhejiang Road East Tianmu Road - Shanghai Stadium;
No. 19: Tangshan Road Tongbei Road - Putuo Road Jiangning Road;
No.20: Jiujiang Road / the Bund - Zhongshan Park Metro Station;
No. 22: Changbai Road Tumen Road - Minhang Road Changzhi Road;
No. 23: South Zhongshan 1st Road South Xizang Road - Xinkangli;
No. 24: Doushi Street East Fuxing Road - Changshou New Village;
No. 25: Pingliang Road Jungong Road - South Chongming Road;
No. 26: Xinkaihe Road - West Guangyuan Road Hongqiao Road;
No. 28: Baotou Road Nenjiang Road - Tilanqiao;
No. 71: East Yan'an Road / the Bund - Shenkun Road Bus Hub.
All trolleybuses are air-conditioned and meet high comfort requirements. The approximate timetable for trolleybuses is from 05:00 to 23:00. The fare is 2 ¥.
Shanghai trains
Shanghai is the intersection of many strategically important rail lines. High-speed trains connect Shanghai with many destinations throughout China - Beijing, Guangzhou, Hong Kong, Harbin, etc.
There are 4 main railway stations in the city - Shanghai Railway Station, South Station, West Station and Hongqiao Station.
As you know, China's trains are divided into categories. Most of Shanghai's high-speed trains are of the G category (the most comfortable and modern trains). Chinese trains are strikingly different from the usual Russian ones for the better.
Train tickets can be purchased at ticket offices or ticket machines at stations. You must have a passport with you. Also, tickets are purchased at official dealerships or on the official website of the Chinese Railways (in Chinese). It is recommended to arrive at the station 1.5 hours before the departure of the train.
The fare will directly depend on the departure date, carriage class and destination. Ticket prices for some destinations in 2020:
- Shanghai - Beijing: from 451 ¥ ;
- Shanghai - Harbin: from 983 ¥ ;
- Shanghai - Xi'an: from 469 ¥ etc.
Commuter trains to Yuyao, Ningbo, Shaoxing and Shangyu run from Shanghai several times a day. The most up-to-date train prices and timetables from Shanghai are available on the China Railway official website.
Sightseeing Tunnel Bund
In fact, the Bung Tunnel does not contain any real landmarks, as it runs underground. Of course, this is the fastest way to get from the Bund to the Pearl TV Tower in Pudong. This tunnel is designed only for tourists, although it will be useful for those who urgently need to get to the TV Tower during rush hour. A light show will accompany you during the entire 5-minute journey through the tunnel. The line has automatic control.
The tunnel is accessible from May to October from 08:00 to 22:30, and from November to April from 08:00 to 22:00. One way ticket will cost 50 ¥ , and in both directions - 70 ¥ .
Shanghai water transport
Wusong Port is an important passenger transport hub for local traffic. You can leave Shanghai for Putoshan every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Travel time one way will be 12 hours. The cost of the ticket varies depending on the class and starts from ¥ 139.
There are regular ferries from Shanghai to the Chongming Islands. The fare will depend on the destination and range from ¥ 11 before ¥ 22.
Ferries also successfully run between the most touristy areas - Bund and Pudong. The ferry is the cheapest way to cross the river. Only ¥ 3 you can take a fascinating journey and see the city panorama in a completely different light. Ferries run approximately every 10 minutes, the travel time is even less - just over 5 minutes.
Shanghai Ferry offers cruises from Shanghai International Port to Osaka (Japan). Departures are Tuesdays at 11:00 am, Thursdays at 09:00 am, Fridays at noon and Sundays on a floating schedule. The fare starts from 1300
In a taxi, you can pay in cash (preferably), credit card or SPTC transport card.
We can safely call a taxi one of the unique features of modern China. These are traditional in our understanding cars, bicycle and motorcycle rickshaws, and even motorcycle taxis. So taxi in Shanghai is a topic for a separate article.
Shanghai will definitely be remembered not only for its skyscrapers, temples and the former French Concession, but also for its public transport, especially for how convenient and easy it is to use it. Our metro rail system has more kilometers than any city in the world. Taxis are relatively affordable, and buses here can take you to the most remote areas of the city.
But if you've just stepped off the plane, navigating this gigapolis can seem like a complicated and confusing process. That's why we've put together this handy guide to all kinds of transportation in Shanghai.
Shanghai Public Transport Card
The public transportation map is applicable for all public transportation in Shanghai. Analogue of MetroCard in New York or Octopus in Hong Kong.
You pay a deposit of 20 RMB per card and can immediately credit up to 1,000 RMB, but we do not recommend an amount over 200 in case the card gets lost somewhere. You can buy, top up or return your card at the Shanghai Public Network Service Center at 609 Jiujiang Lu (right next to Howard Johnson Plaza) or at designated subway stations.
Some stations have shops where you can top up your transport card. Basically, top-up services are performed through a special device using a Chinese bank card, Alipay or WeChat Wallet.
Shanghai's giant underground transportation network has 16 lines and is not going to stop in development and expansion. Lines are indicated by numbers and colors. All stations have Chinese and English signs, which are easy to navigate, because they give clear directions to the station, passages and exits. Station announcements are also announced in Chinese and English.
If you are traveling in the city center, a single metro ride will cost RMB 3, while the maximum long distance fare is RMB 9. If during the month you used an amount of more than 70 yuan, then the calculation of travel after 70 yuan is discounted.
Depending on the situation, you can use one-way tickets, tickets for a day or 72 hours, which is very convenient, because these passes have no limit, you can ride from one corner of Shanghai to another all day at least all day, and all with one ticket.
Depending on the lines and stations, the metro starts operating from 5:30 am to 10:30 pm - 11:30 pm.
We wrote a lot about the Shanghai maglev in detail: and with this miracle of Shanghai transport technology, we will not bore you with the data that has not yet changed that you can get / fly from the Pudong airport using the maglev to the relative city center in just 7 minutes.
The Huangpu River divides Shanghai into two parts: Pudong and Puxi. In addition to the metro, bus and taxi, there are also ferries. A total of 19 ferry lines serve about 40 ferry stations.
The ferry ride costs 2 RMB, if you are carrying a bicycle, the fare will be 1.3 RMB on a regular ferry and 2.8 on an air-conditioned ferry, if you are with a scooter, then the fare will be 1.5 RMB on a simple ferry to and 3 RMB on an air-conditioned ferry.
Not all lines are open 24 hours, some close early. Only Dongdong Line, Taigong Line and Jinding Line offer 24/7 service. Only pedestrians are allowed on the Dongjin Line. Cars, trucks or other motor vehicles are allowed on the Dongnen line.
More than a thousand bus routes operate in Shanghai. This is a convenient and cheap way to get around Shanghai as long as you know where the stations are and where you need to get off. The ticket usually costs 2 RMB, the driver will not have a change for you, so it is better to prepare the travel money in advance.
Be aware that not all lines have an English map or announce stops in English. Central regular lines are always 1 (01) -200, rush hour lines are always 201-299, night lines are always 301-399, river crossing lines are always 401-499.
Bus timetables vary depending on the lines and bus companies. If you speak at least basic Chinese, we recommend downloading the Baidu Maps app. It shows which buses will reach the desired stop and their exact location. It also shows you the fastest route, the routes that require the least walking, and what is the best in this case: take the bus or the metro.
Taxis are very convenient for getting around Shanghai, despite the fact that the price is higher than that of other modes of transport and the drivers do not speak English. Catching a taxi in Shanghai is relatively easy.
Different colors represent different taxi companies:
Regular taxi: RMB 14 landing for the first 3 km during the day and RMB 18 at night (23: 00-5: 00). 2.50ю / km to 15 km, then 3.60ю / km. Between 11:00 and 17:00 the tariff is higher: 3.10u / km for the first 3 km, then 4.70u / km after 10 km.
Expo cabins (those with a large trunk): boarding RMB 16 during the day and RMB 21 at night.
There are also two hundred British luxury champagne-colored taxis, aka “golden taxis” in the city center, which are more accessible to people with disabilities. The landing rate is RMB 18.
It is recommended that you prepare a Chinese copy of your address, make sure you know the nearest intersection. Streets in Shanghai can stretch for miles, and taxi drivers often use the nearest intersection as a guide to know exactly which part of the city you are heading to.
Bicycles for rent
The transport landscape in Shanghai began to change rapidly with the onset of the bicycle sharing boom. Rows of bicycles can be found all over the place, they can be rented for as little as 1-2 RMB and go wherever you go. Bicycles of different colors come from different companies, the most common are Mobike (orange), Ofo (yellow) and Xiaoming (blue). It is your cheapest and most convenient transportation option in Shanghai if you are traveling relatively short distances.
A favorite of all Laowai people is Mobike, so far it is the only bike rental app available in English. The app also allows you to reserve the bike closest to you for up to 15 minutes. Mobike requires you to register with your passport photo and passport selfie. Verification takes about 10 minutes.
Didi Chuxing is a Chinese Uber. The application offers a choice of renting a public car or a luxury car with a driver. There is a choice of taxis, luxury cars and mini vans. A taxi ride can be paid in cash, other cars are paid through WeChat or AliPay apps.
And another form of transportation in Shanghai is the electric scooter!
Scooters in price range from 400 yuan for a used one and up to 6000 yuan for a new one, depending on the power and beauty. Since the beginning of 2017, all scooters must be registered, so you will have to get to the police and go through all the procedures. You can purchase a new scooter almost anywhere in the city center.
Whatever transport you choose in Shanghai, we wish you an easy road!
Shanghai's transport network is represented by metro, buses, trolleybuses, ferries and magnetoplanes (magnetic levitation trains).
SPTC travel cards, which provide a number of benefits, are valid for almost all types of transport. You can buy them at ticket offices or order them on the Sptcc.com website. It makes sense to purchase this card if the estimated period of stay in the city is more than a week.
Shanghai Metro
Shanghai Metro is one of the fastest growing in the world. Currently, the metro network includes 12 lines, and almost all of them intersect. Line No. 3 runs along the surface of the earth.
The Shanghai subway is a fast, but rather expensive form of transport. The ticket price depends on the distance traveled and varies from 3 to 10 yuan. Tickets can be purchased at ticket offices or special machines. SPTC passes are also sold here, providing a 10% discount on the metro. Different metro lines operate on different schedules, but on average trains run from about 5.30 am to 10.30 pm.
Below is the Shanghai metro map. To enlarge the image, click on the picture; for additional enlargement - click on the "Expand to actual size" icon that appears at the bottom of the picture (a square with an arrow).
Buses in Shanghai
The bus network in the city is much more extensive. Bus tickets are usually 2 RMB, although there are long routes where the price depends on the destination and averages about 5 RMB. You can also use the SPTC travel card, which reduces the cost of the second bus ride within 90 minutes from 2 to 1 yuan.
In buses with a fixed price, there is a container for money near the driver - a kind of cash desk. Keep in mind - change is not given here; if you do not have an even amount, then you will have to collect the change on your own, charging a fee from the incoming ones. There is a conductor on buses running on remote routes.
Timetables and routes can be found at bus stops. There are also special sightseeing buses for tourists.
Trolleybuses
Shanghai has one of the oldest trolleybus systems in the world. Now there are about 20 trolleybus routes in the city. They run mainly in the city center, with an interval of about 10-15 minutes.
The ticket price is 2 RMB. To pay for travel, you need to put money in the cashier standing at the entrance to the salon. If you have a magnetic card, you can pay for the trip through a validator.
Ferry
The ferry runs between the most popular tourist areas of Shanghai. This is a fairly cheap form of transport: the fare ranges from 0.5 to 2 yuan. Ferries run every 10 minutes.
Magnetoplane
This type of transport is a magnetic levitation train capable of speeds up to 430 km / h. It runs from Long Yan Street to Pudong Airport without intermediate stations. The operating time of the magnetoplane is from 6.45 to 21.40. The fare is RMB 50; upon presentation of an air ticket - 40 yuan. More information on this type of transport is available on the Smtdc.com website.
Taxi in Shanghai
Shanghai taxi is a fairly comfortable and inexpensive means of transportation. The fare consists of the boarding fee and the first three kilometers (12 yuan) and the price for the subsequent journey (2.1 yuan per kilometer). The night rate is 30% more expensive than the day rate.
In addition to regular taxis, cycle rickshaws and private motorcycles are very popular in Shanghai. Their services are much cheaper.
Taxis can be ordered to some points of the city (for example, to airports) online - to do this, use the search form below:
Fill in the required fields and click Find... A list of possible transfer options on the route you specified will open on a separate page. Choosing the right one, you can immediately place and pay for the order.
