Ningbo Metro Guide

Hi, I’m Alex Chen, a Chinese traveler who loves independent travel and exploring hidden corners that most tourists never notice. I also enjoy sharing practical tips on how to travel around China on a budget. In this guide, I’ll walk you through the Ningbo Metro system, including subway lines, station information, operating hours, and popular attractions near each route, so you can plan a smoother and more affordable trip around Ningbo.

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Ningbo Metro Lines, Stations, and Operating Hours

Line 1

• Route: Gaoqiao West ↔ Gaoqiao ↔ Liangzhu ↔ Lugang ↔ Xujiacao Changle ↔ Wangchun Bridge ↔ Zemin ↔ Daqing Bridge ↔ Ximenkou ↔ Gulou ↔ Dongmenkou (Tianyi Square) ↔ Jiangxia Bridge East ↔ Zhoumeng North Road ↔ Sakura Park ↔ Fuming Road ↔ Shiji Avenue ↔ Haiyan North Road ↔ Fuqing North Road ↔ Shengmo Road ↔ Donghuan South Road ↔ Qiuga East ↔ Wuxiang ↔ Baozhuang ↔ Wuga ↔ Daqi ↔ Songhuajiang Road ↔ Zhonghe Road ↔ Changjiang Road ↔ Xiapu
• Terminals: Gaoqiao West ↔ Xiapu
• Operating Hours: 5:55 AM – 10:33 PM
• Popular Attractions on This Line:
  • Tianyige Museum: One of Ningbo’s most famous cultural landmarks and one of China’s oldest private libraries. It’s a great place to explore ancient book culture and classical Jiangnan gardens.
  • Tianyi Square: A lively downtown shopping district filled with malls, restaurants, cafés, fountains, and night views.
  • Gulou: One of Ningbo’s historic city landmarks, surrounded by traditional streets, local snack shops, and old-town atmosphere.

Line 2

• Route: Lishe International Airport ↔ Lishe ↔ Yinzhou Avenue ↔ Shiqi ↔ Qingfangcheng ↔ Ouchi ↔ Coach Terminal ↔ Liyuan South Road ↔ Yunxia Road ↔ Ningbo Railway Station ↔ Chenghuangmiao ↔ Gulou ↔ Waitan Bridge ↔ Zhengda Road ↔ Nijiayan ↔ Yasaiyan ↔ Datong Bridge ↔ Kongpu ↔ Lulin ↔ Sanguantang ↔ Ningbo University ↔ Qingshuipu ↔ Wulipai ↔ Fengyuan ↔ Congyuan Road ↔ Zhaobaoshan ↔ Honglian
• Terminals: Lishe International Airport ↔ Honglian
• Operating Hours: 6:00 AM – 10:20 PM
• Popular Attractions on This Line:
  • The Bund (Old Bund): Ningbo’s iconic riverside historic district, known for colonial-era buildings, bars, cafés, and beautiful night views.
  • Moon Lake Park: A classic city park in downtown Ningbo, famous for lakeside scenery, historic bridges, and peaceful walking paths.
  • Ningbo Lishe International Airport: Ningbo’s main airport with convenient metro access directly to the city center.
  • Ningbo Railway Station: One of the city’s main transportation hubs with easy transfers to Line 2 and Line 4.

Line 3

• Route: Datong Bridge ↔ Zhongxing Bridge South ↔ Minglou ↔ Sports Center ↔ Sakura Park ↔ Children’s Park ↔ Qiubi ↔ Qianhu North Road ↔ Jinyu Road ↔ Siming Middle Road ↔ Yinzhou Government ↔ Southern Business District ↔ Yinzhou Coach Terminal ↔ Gouzhang Road ↔ Gaotang Bridge ↔ Jiangshan ↔ Shishan ↔ Minghui Road ↔ Chaoyang ↔ Fangqiao ↔ Jinlin ↔ Nandu ↔ Dacheng East Road ↔ Jinhai Road
• Terminals: Datong Bridge ↔ Jinhai Road
• Operating Hours: 6:00 AM – 10:38 PM
• Popular Attractions on This Line:
  • Ningbo Museum: One of Ningbo’s top cultural attractions, showcasing local history, maritime culture, and regional folk traditions. The architecture itself is also worth seeing.

Line 4

• Route: Cicheng West ↔ Cicheng ↔ Guanshanhe ↔ Changxing Road ↔ Jinshan Road ↔ Olympic Sports Center ↔ Hongtang Middle Road ↔ Hongda Road ↔ Zhuangqiao Railway Station ↔ Lijiang Road ↔ Shuangdong Road ↔ Cuibaili ↔ Daqing Bridge ↔ Liuxi ↔ Ningbo Railway Station ↔ Xingning Bridge West ↔ Xingning Bridge East ↔ Baihe ↔ Children’s Park ↔ Ailiu ↔ Panhuo Road ↔ Songjiang East Road ↔ South Higher Education Park ↔ Jinda South Road ↔ Xiaoyangjiang ↔ Dongqian Lake ↔ International Conference Center
• Terminals: Cicheng West ↔ International Conference Center
• Operating Hours: 6:00 AM – 10:30 PM
• Popular Attractions on This Line:
  • Nantang Old Street: One of Ningbo’s most popular historic streets, packed with local snacks, traditional architecture, and old-brand shops.
  • Chenghuang Temple Area: A classic old-town commercial district known for local food stalls and traditional street atmosphere.
  • Catholic Church: A representative historic church in Ningbo with elegant architecture and strong cultural character.
  • Ningbo Railway Station: A major railway hub with convenient metro transfers between Line 2 and Line 4.
  • Dongqian Lake: Ningbo’s most famous lake destination, popular for cycling, lakeside scenery, and relaxing weekend trips.
  • Dongyu Night Market: A lively local night market filled with barbecue stalls, street food, and casual late-night dining spots.

Line 5

• Route: Luotuo Bridge ↔ Zhenhai Avenue (Cihai) ↔ Yongmao Road ↔ Meiyan ↔ Xinghai South Road ↔ Xingzhuang Road ↔ Sanguantang ↔ Angmenggang ↔ Yuanshi Road ↔ International Convention and Exhibition Center ↔ Min’an East Road ↔ Haiyan North Road ↔ Liuga ↔ Caoga ↔ Sigang ↔ Dayangjiang ↔ Xiaying Road ↔ South Higher Education Park ↔ Qianhu South Road ↔ Yinzhou Government ↔ Zhonggongmiao ↔ Miaoyan ↔ Yadu ↔ Shiqi ↔ Tongde Road ↔ Zhangjiatan ↔ Buzheng
• Terminals: Luotuo Bridge ↔ Buzheng
• Operating Hours: 5:45 AM – 10:00 PM
• Popular Attractions on This Line:
  • Ningbo Museum: One of Ningbo’s most important cultural museums, featuring local history, maritime heritage, folk customs, and archaeological collections.

Line 6

• Route: Gulin ↔ Yunlin West Road ↔ Jishigang ↔ Huishi Road ↔ Maimian Bridge ↔ Songjiacao ↔ Wangchun Bridge ↔ Ningbo Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital ↔ Cuibaili ↔ Xinzhi Road ↔ Ningbo Grand Theatre ↔ Zhengda Road ↔ Qingfeng Bridge East ↔ Minglou ↔ Mingzhu Road ↔ Canghai North Road ↔ Yuanshi Road ↔ Juxian Road ↔ Meixu ↔ Xieshu ↔ Xiaogang West ↔ Yaqian ↔ Honglian
• Terminals: Gulin ↔ Honglian
• Operating Hours: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Line 7

• Route: Yunlong ↔ Xiaoyangjiang ↔ Anshi Road ↔ Huilong ↔ Shangde Road ↔ Qiuga ↔ Shengmo Road ↔ Beimingcheng Road ↔ Min’an East Road ↔ Xintian Road ↔ Fumin Park ↔ Sports Center ↔ Shuguang ↔ Waitan Bridge ↔ Ningbo Grand Theatre ↔ Wantou ↔ Yunfei Road (Kangqiao South) ↔ Ningci East Road ↔ Yingjia Road ↔ Luoxing ↔ Zhenhai Avenue (Cihai) ↔ Zhenhai Citizen Square ↔ Guisi ↔ Minghai North Road ↔ Yufan
• Terminals: Yunlong ↔ Yufan
• Operating Hours: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
• Popular Attractions on This Line:
  • The Bund (Old Bund): A famous riverside district with historic architecture, waterfront bars, restaurants, and beautiful night scenery.
  • Yunshang Valley Block 11: A trendy creative district popular with young locals, filled with cafés, restaurants, and photo-friendly spaces.

Line 8

• Route: Kaiyuan Road ↔ Hongtang ↔ Hongsheng Road ↔ Hongda Road ↔ Xiejia ↔ Qinglinwan ↔ Ningbo Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital ↔ Zemin ↔ Lianfeng ↔ Liyuan South Road ↔ Nanyuan ↔ Duantang ↔ Jinshan West Road ↔ Miaoyan ↔ Yinzhou Park South ↔ Southern Business District ↔ Xuefu Road ↔ Hansong Road
• Terminals: Kaiyuan Road ↔ Hansong Road
• Operating Hours: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
• Popular Attractions on This Line:
  • Insect Museum: A family-friendly museum featuring insect specimens, interactive exhibits, and ecological displays that help visitors learn more about the natural world.