2025 Guide📋Metro Travel in China 🚇

A total of 55 cities in China have metro lines.
Foreign travelers can purchase metro passes at the stations or use Alipay to take the metro.

1. Ticket Purchase Options 🎫

Foreign travelers can:

• Buy single-journey tickets at ticket windows or self-service machines
• Purchase metro passes at ticket windows using passports

Payment Methods Accepted:

• Chinese/foreign bank cards 💳
• RMB cash 💰
• Mobile payment apps 📱

2. QR Code Payment (Alipay Example) 📲

1. Open Alipay app
2. Click "Transport" → Select "City"
3. Complete identity verification
4. Get metro QR code
5. Scan code at turnstiles to enter/exit

3. Foreign Card Payment (Beijing Only) 🌟

• First Chinese mainland city accepting foreign bank cards
• No ticket/app needed - just swipe:
  • Overseas-issued Mastercard
  • Overseas-issued Visa
• Works on all 27 urban rail lines + S2 suburban line

Note: For specific payment methods, check station signage or consult staff. ℹ️