Guide to Chongqing Metro: Map, Hours, Tickets & Tips

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by Bethy

May 13, 2025

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Don't know how to ride the Chongqing Metro? I cover everything—Chongqing Metro map, hours, ticket prices, payment methods, and step-by-step instructions for first-time riders!😏

About Chongqing Metro: Hours, Ticket Price & How to Pay

Chongqing Metro, the city’s fastest transit system, operates 6 lines (1, 5, 6, 10 as metro; 2, 3 as light rail), with plans to expand to 18 lines (820 km) by 2050.

Hours​Ticket Price​Payment Methods
6:00 AM – 10:30 PM*¥2–¥10 (distance-based)Single-journey tickets, Transit cards, Mobile QR codes (WeChat/Alipay)

*Hours may vary slightly by line/station.

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Chongqing Metro Map 2026

Chongqing Metro Map

Maps are displayed at stations, in trains, and on digital apps (e.g., Chongqing Metro Official App and some China Map Apps).

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Chongqing Metro Ticket Price & Types

How to Buy Chongqing Metro Tickets

Credit: viajeroslowcosteros (Here I take Shanghai for instance, Chongqing is the same way)


Chongqing Metro fares are calculated by ​distance, ranging from ¥2–¥10, with a 180-minute time limit for each journey (exceeding this incurs a ¥10 fee). Below are the ticket types and fare details:

Chongqing Metro ​Ticket Types

  1. ​Single Journey Ticket: Valid for one ride on the day of purchase; recycled at exit.
  2. Mobile QR Codes: Link your Alipay/WeChat Pay to Chongqing Public Transport Code mini-program. Scan QR code at gate readers.
  3. ​Souvenir Ticket: Themed, non-recyclable tickets sold during holidays/events.
  4. ​Fixed Journey Ticket: Prepaid for fixed trips within a validity period.
  5. ​One-Day Travel Pass: ¥18 for unlimited rides within 24 hours; non-refundable.
  6. ​Chongqing Public Transport Card (Yiju Changtong): Rechargeable card offering ​10% metro fare discount; valid for buses/ferries.
​Method​Purchase Point​Best For​Key Details
Single-Journey TicketsVending machinesShort-term travelersCash/QR payments; refundable balance
Transit CardsTicket countersFrequent ridersDeposit required; reloadable
Mobile QR CodesAlipay/WeChat appTech-savvy usersRequires Chinese mobile number*
Tourist PassesMajor stationsTouristsFixed validity period

*Foreign visitors can use QR codes via passport-registered China payment apps.

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Chongqing Metro ​Ticket Prices

​Distance (km)​Fare (CNY)
0–6¥2
6–11¥3
11–17¥4
17–24¥5
24–32¥6
32–41¥7
41–51¥8
51–63¥9
Over 63¥10
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Chongqing Metro Card (Yiju Changtong Card)

Chongqing Metro Card (Yiju Changtong Card)


The ​Chongqing Public Transportation Card (Yiju Changtong Card) is the primary metro card, offering seamless travel across Chongqing Metro, light rail, buses, and ferries.

​Feature​Details
​Discount10% fare discount on metro rides; standard bus/ferry fares apply.
​ValidityNo expiry; reusable with reloadable balance.
​Purchase/DepositAvailable at ticket counters (¥20–¥50 deposit + top-up).
​ReloadAdd funds via station machines, apps, or convenience stores.
​RefundDeposit and balance refundable at designated counters.

Note: The metro card is ​not recycled after use, unlike single-journey tickets.

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Popular Chongqing Metro Lines & Stops for Travel

Popular Chongqing Metro Lines & Stops for Travel

Ciqikou Station


Here are some of the top Chongqing metro lines and stops for travelers:

​Line 1 (Metro)

  • ​Ciqikou Station: Explore ​Ciqikou Ancient Town, a Ming-Qing dynasty heritage area with traditional architecture and street food.
  • ​Xiaoshizi Station: Transfer hub to Line 6; walk to ​Jiefangbei CBD, a bustling shopping and dining district.
  • ​Chaotianmen Station: Visit ​Chaotianmen Square for panoramic views of the Yangtze and Jialing rivers’ confluence.

​Line 2 (Light Rail)

  • ​Liziba Station: Witness the viral “train-through-building” at ​Residential Complex No. 19 (platform 6).
  • ​Yangjiaping Station: Access ​Chongqing Zoo to see giant pandas.
  • ​Nanshan Scenic Area: Ride Line 2 for mountain views and hikes to ​Nanshan Tree Walk.
Popular Chongqing Metro Lines & Stops for Travel

Liziba Station

​Line 3 (Light Rail)

  • ​Jiangbei Airport Station: Direct link to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport.
  • ​Lianglukou Station: Transfer to Line 1; walk to ​Eling Park for city vistas.
  • ​Hongqihegou Station: Gateway to ​Hongyadong, the cliffside stilted building complex.

​Line 6 (Metro)

  • ​Daliang Station: Near ​Chongqing Grand Theatre and ​Hongyadong.
  • ​Wulidian Station: Visit ​Three Gorges Museum and ​People’s Assembly Hall.
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​1-day Chongqing Itinerary Using Chongqing Metro

​1-day Chongqing Itinerary Using Chongqing Metro
​Time​Activity & Location​Metro Guide
​Morning​Ciqikou Ancient Town (Explore Ming-Qing architecture, street food)Take ​Line 1 to ​Ciqikou Station, Exit 1 → 5-min walk.
​Noon​Jiefangbei CBD (Shopping, lunch at local eateries)Ride ​Line 1 to ​Xiaoshizi Station, Exit 5 → 2-min walk.
​Afternoon​Hongyadong (Cliffside stilted houses, photo ops)Transfer to ​Line 6 at Xiaoshizi → ​Daliang Station, Exit 11 → 8-min walk.
​Evening​Chaotianmen Square (Yangtze/Jialing River confluence views)Take ​Line 1 to ​Chaotianmen Station, Exit 4 → 10-min walk.
​Night​Hongyadong Night Lights (Stunning illuminated cliffside views)Return via ​Line 6 to ​Daliang Station → Walk back to Hongyadong.

​​Metro Tips: Use a ​One-Day Travel Pass (¥18) for unlimited rides.

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Hey there! I’m Bethy (Huang Lan, 黄澜) – a travel enthusiast and content creator for Trip.com. I live as a digital nomad, mostly based in China, and I’ve also lived in awesome places across Southeast Asia and Eastern Europe. I love traveling all over the world, sharing useful travel tips and guides for fellow wanderlusters. When I’m not on the road, I’m a huge cat lover and play guitar for fun~

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