How many subways are there in Shanghai? Revealing the latest figures for the world's largest metro network
As one of the most developed cities in China, Shanghai's subway system has always been an important symbol of urban development. As of 2023, the number of Shanghai Subway lines that have been completed and put into operation has once again set a new record, making it one of the cities with the densest subway network in the world. This article will give you a detailed analysis of the current situation of Shanghai Metro based on the hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days.
1. The latest operating data of Shanghai Metro
According to the latest information released by the Shanghai Municipal Transportation Commission, the scale of Shanghai’s subway network continues to expand. Here are the latest data as of September 2023:
| indicator | data |
|---|---|
| Total number of operating lines | 20 items |
| Operating mileage | 831 kilometers |
| Number of stations | 508 seats |
| Average daily passenger flow | About 10 million people |
| busiest route | Line 2 (1.5 million passengers per day) |
2. Recent hot subway topics
1.The first phase of Line 20 is progressing rapidly: As an important supplement to Shanghai's rail transit network, the first phase of Line 20 is under construction and is expected to be completed and open to traffic in 2025. This line will effectively relieve traffic pressure in the city center.
2.Metro digital transformation: Shanghai Metro recently launched an upgraded version of the "Metro Metropolis" App, adding a number of smart travel functions, including barrier-free facility inquiry, congestion prediction, etc., which triggered heated discussions among netizens.
3.New energy subway vehicles put into operation: The latest batch of contactless subway trains using supercapacitor technology have been put into operation on Line 10, marking a new breakthrough for Shanghai Metro in the field of green transportation.
3. Shanghai Metro line details
| Line number | Opening year | Length (km) | Number of stations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Line 1 | 1993 | 36.4 | 28 |
| Line 2 | 2000 | 60.8 | 30 |
| Line 3 | 2000 | 40.2 | 29 |
| Line 4 | 2005 | 33.7 | 26 |
| Line 5 | 2003 | 17.2 | 11 |
| Line 6 | 2007 | 32.3 | 28 |
| Line 7 | 2009 | 44.2 | 33 |
| Line 8 | 2007 | 37.4 | 30 |
| Line 9 | 2007 | 45.6 | 26 |
| Line 10 | 2010 | 35.4 | 31 |
| Line 11 | 2009 | 82.4 | 39 |
| Line 12 | 2013 | 40.4 | 32 |
| Line 13 | 2012 | 38.8 | 31 |
| Line 14 | 2021 | 38.2 | 31 |
| Line 15 | 2021 | 42.3 | 30 |
| Line 16 | 2013 | 58.9 | 13 |
| Line 17 | 2017 | 35.3 | 13 |
| Line 18 | 2020 | 36.5 | 26 |
| Pujiang Line | 2018 | 6.7 | 6 |
| Maglev | 2004 | 30.5 | 2 |
4. Future planning of Shanghai Metro
According to the "Shanghai Urban Rail Transit Phase III Construction Plan (2018-2023)", Shanghai will build a rail transit network with a total mileage of approximately 1,000 kilometers by 2025. Lines currently under construction include:
| line | Estimated opening time | Length (km) |
|---|---|---|
| Line 19 | 2025 | 44.5 |
| Line 20 Phase 1 | 2025 | 19.8 |
| Line 21 Phase 1 | 2026 | 28.0 |
| Line 23 Phase 1 | 2027 | 28.6 |
5. The world status of Shanghai Metro
Globally, Shanghai’s subway system has ranked among the best in the world:
| Ranking | city | Metro mileage (km) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shanghai | 831 |
| 2 | Beijing | 807 |
| 3 | Guangzhou | 531 |
| 4 | new york | 399 |
| 5 | Seoul | 394 |
Shanghai Metro not only leads the world in terms of number of lines and operating mileage, but is also at the world's advanced level in terms of technological innovation and service quality. With the construction and opening of more new lines, Shanghai Metro will continue to maintain its leading position in the world and provide citizens and tourists with a more convenient and efficient travel experience.
In the future, Shanghai Metro will also achieve interconnection and interoperability with the subway systems of other cities in the Yangtze River Delta region, further promoting regional integrated development and creating a world-class urban rail transit network.
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