On the mainland, subway systems have historically been limited to Beijing and Shanghai, though many other Chinese cities have since built or are building their own networks. Tickets are bought at the entrance and checked again on the platform. It's worth checking the route map beforehand to know which station to get off at — announcements for the next station are made in both English and Chinese.
Subway Systems in China
Updated 12 September 2026
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