Is Riding the Beijing Subway About to Get More Expensive?

'Peak hours ticket prices' may soon be trialed in Beijing. However, regular commuters are not expected to be affected.

by Alistair Baker-Brian, 31 March 2021

Beijing Metro Stations to Use Facial Recognition for Faster Security Check

Multi-channel security check expected to improve passenger flow.

by Herlina Liu, 12 November 2019

Eating, Drinking on Beijing Metro Now Impacts Social Credit

Say goodbye to the hordes of all-day strivers catching up on their morning baozi on the way to the office.

by Grigor Grigorian, 22 May 2019

New Guangzhou Transit Card Can Be Used in 210 Cities Nationwide

The cities include Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Tianjin, Suzhou, Hangzhou and Nanjing, among others.

by Tristin Zhang, 08 November 2018

Feminists Launch Anti-Harassment Campaign on Beijing Metro

Posters in the overhead handles call for commuters to 'not act as the silent lamb.'

by Matthew Minford, 27 September 2018

Study Links Pollution on Beijing Subway to Increased Risk for Cancer

Think you don't need to wear a pollution mask on the subway? Think again.

by Justine Lopez, 18 August 2017

Beijingers Can Now Check Real-Time Data to See How Crowded the Subway Is

The color-coded system allows commuters to pick and choose their route based on how crowded the subway cars and stations are.

by Justine Lopez, 18 August 2017

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