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 well and smoothly. Each mode of transport operates strictly according to the schedule.
Metro is an urban mode of transport
One of the urban modes of transport is the Shanghai metro, the 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, urban 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 approximately 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 travel aroundcity. This type of transport is enjoyed by both locals and numerous tourists.
Subway timetable
Shanghai boasts one of the fastest growing subways in the world, constantly growing and expanding. The Shanghai Metro as of 2017 has 15 lines. In addition, there is a branch line from line No. 1 connecting the city with Pudong Airport. It is important that almost all lines intersect with each other, and line number 3 passes above the ground.
The first train leaves the line around 5-6 am. The Shanghai metro finishes its activity at about 10-11 pm. The hours of operation of the subway seem incomprehensible to many visitors.
But it turns out that the Shanghai subway, whose opening hours look strange at first glance, depends on the subway line. So, the closing and opening times are different for each specific line. At each station, a special board indicates the time of departure of the first and last trains from this particular station.
Some Features
The Shanghai Metro has a main circular line as well as radial lines. You should know that the ring route - line No. 4 and the radial route - line No. 3 partially coincide. Therefore, visitors should be especially careful, otherwise you can go to the wrong place.
When entering the subway, you should attach the card to the validator. When exiting the subway, if a person was driving on a reusable card, he again applies it to the machine. And if you were driving on a one-time basischip, then 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 traveled the paid path. If some mistake has occurred or a person has traveled more than he was supposed to, then he can go to the nearest service center and pay extra for the unpaid route. Such centers are installed at each metro station. After payment, a person can freely pass through the turnstile.
Fare
Metro ticket costs depending on the distance. On average, the price varies from 3 to 9 yuan. Those who are going to travel on the Shanghai metro for the first time can call the required station to the cashier, and he himself will tell you how much the trip will cost. But you can usually see the price of the subway fare on the ticket machines or above the box office.
Shanghai metro uses magnetic cards. Such tickets can be purchased at special machines or ticket offices at the 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, 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 pay an amount of 80 to 300 yuan and travel with it, except for the subway and other types of public transport, up to taxis.
When the entire amount on the reusable card is used up, it can be replenished through a ticket machine or at anycheckout. There is no need to re-purchase the card. But you should know that only one person can use one card.
Some nuances
Shanghai Metro has special elevators and toilets for the disabled. Interestingly, the train is not divided into wagons. Stations, in addition to Chinese, are additionally announced in English.
Shanghai subway is characterized by large crossings, and this should be remembered when laying the time for the journey. Intervals between trains are from 2 to 15 minutes. Near the tracks there are special screens that indicate the time of arrival of the nearest train.
Each metro station has up to 10 exits. Therefore, before using the services of this city 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.
