How much does it cost to take the subway in Shanghai? Latest fares and hot topics
Recently, Shanghai subway fares and urban transportation topics have once again become the focus of public attention. The following is a collection of hot topics across the Internet in the past 10 days, combined with structured data on Shanghai subway fares, to provide you with a comprehensive reference.
1. Shanghai Metro basic fare rules

| Mileage range | One way fare | Discount description |
|---|---|---|
| 0-6 kilometers | 3 yuan | Basic starting price |
| 6-16 kilometers | +1 yuan per 10 kilometers | Incremental pricing |
| More than 16 kilometers | +1 yuan every 20 kilometers | Decrease over long distances |
2. Top 5 hot traffic topics on the Internet
| Ranking | topic | heat index | Related events |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shanghai Metro scan code payment upgrade | 92,000 | Metro APP new features |
| 2 | Yangtze River Delta Transportation Card Interoperability | 78,000 | Covering 12 cities |
| 3 | Subway fare comparison | 65,000 | Price PK of Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Shenzhen |
| 4 | Morning peak traffic restriction measures | 53,000 | New rules for People’s Square Station |
| 5 | New energy vehicle subsidy policy | 41,000 | Solicitation of opinions on 2024 new regulations |
3. Shanghai Metro special fare policy
| Ticket type | price | Scope of application |
|---|---|---|
| one day ticket | 18 yuan | Unlimited within 24 hours |
| three day ticket | 45 yuan | Unlimited within 72 hours |
| maglev coupon | Starting from 55 yuan | Includes one-way maglev + subway |
4. Analysis of recent hot events
1.Scan QR code to pay for upgrade: Shanghai Metro has recently optimized the ride code function of the Metropolis APP and added a "ride now, pay later" credit payment model, with single-day usage exceeding 3 million.
2.Fare comparison controversy: Some netizens made a comparison table of subway prices in four major first-tier cities, which shows that Shanghai has obvious price advantages when traveling over medium and long distances of more than 20 kilometers, but it is slightly more expensive for short distances.
3.Progress in transportation interconnection: The "One Code Pass" in the Yangtze River Delta has achieved full coverage in 12 cities. Holders of the Shanghai Transportation Card can directly swipe the card to take the subway in cities such as Nanjing and Hangzhou.
5. Practical travel suggestions
1. For tourists:one day ticketIt is most suitable for sightseeing needs with multiple transfers in a single day. Based on an average of 6 rides per day, it can save 30% of the cost.
2. For commuters: enjoy after monthly consumption reaches 70 yuan10% off, it is recommended to use the "Transportation Card + Metro" dual payment method to ensure the continuity of discounts.
3. For cross-city travel: PurchaseAir-rail combined transport ticketYou can enjoy special discounts on the Hongqiao hub subway and save at least 5 yuan per trip.
At present, the entire Shanghai Metro network has an operating mileage of 831 kilometers, with an average daily passenger flow of more than 10 million. With the advancement of new line construction and smart service upgrades, more innovative models may appear in the fare system in the future. Passengers are advised to pay attention to official announcements at any time to obtain the latest discount information.
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