Hi, I’m Alex Chen, a Chinese traveler who loves independent travel and exploring hidden but interesting places around the world. I also enjoy sharing practical ways to travel around China on a budget. In this guide, I’ll walk you through the Dalian Metro system, including subway lines, stations, operating hours, and popular attractions near each route, so you can explore this beautiful coastal city in a cheaper and more convenient way.

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Dalian Metro Map

Dalian Metro Map

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Dalian Metro Lines, Stations, and Operating Hours

Line 1

  • Route: Yaojia ↔ Dalian North Railway Station ↔ Huabei Road ↔ Hua’nan North ↔ Hua’nan Square ↔ Qianshan Road ↔ Songjiang Road ↔ Dongwei Road ↔ Chunliu ↔ Xianggong Street ↔ Zhongchang Street ↔ Xinggong Street ↔ Xi’an Road ↔ Fuguo Street ↔ Convention & Exhibition Center ↔ Xinghai Square ↔ 2nd Hospital of Dalian Medical University ↔ Heishijiao ↔ Xueyuan Square ↔ Dalian Maritime University ↔ Qixianling ↔ Hekou
  • Terminals: Yaojia ↔ Hekou
  • Operating Hours: 5:30 AM – 10:30 PM
  • Popular Attractions on This Line:
    • Heishijiao Park: One of Dalian’s best-known seaside parks, famous for rocky coastlines, ocean views, and scenic walking paths.
    • Xinghai Square: Dalian’s most iconic waterfront square and city landmark, offering panoramic sea views, skyline scenery, and beautiful night views.

Line 2

  • Route: Dalian North Railway Station ↔ Nanguanling ↔ Sports Center ↔ Health Center ↔ Houge ↔ Gezhenpu ↔ Zhongge ↔ Qiange ↔ Xinzhaizi ↔ Airport ↔ Honggang Road ↔ Hongjin Road ↔ Hongqi West Road ↔ Wanjia ↔ Malan Square ↔ Liaoning Normal University ↔ Dalian Jiaotong University ↔ Xi’an Road ↔ Lianhe Road ↔ Renmin Square ↔ Yierjiu Street ↔ Qingniwaqiao ↔ Youhao Square ↔ Zhongshan Square ↔ Gangwan Square ↔ Conference Center ↔ Donggang ↔ Donghai ↔ Haizhiyun
  • Terminals: Dalian North Railway Station ↔ Haizhiyun
  • Operating Hours: 5:30 AM – 10:30 PM
  • Popular Attractions on This Line:
    • Zhongshan Square: A historic city square surrounded by impressive European-style buildings, perfect for photography and city walks.
    • Venice Water Town: A popular waterfront district in Donggang known for canals, European-style architecture, and beautiful evening lights.
    • Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport: Dalian’s main airport with convenient metro access to downtown areas.

Line 3

  • Route: Dalian Railway Station ↔ Xianglujiao ↔ Jinjia Street ↔ Quanshui ↔ Houyan ↔ Dalianwan ↔ Jinma Road ↔ Dalian Development Zone ↔ Free Trade Zone ↔ DD Port ↔ Xiaoyaowan ↔ Golden Pebble Beach
  • Terminals: Dalian Railway Station ↔ Golden Pebble Beach
  • Operating Hours: 6:00 AM – 8:15 PM
  • Popular Attractions on This Line:
    • Golden Pebble Beach: One of Dalian’s most famous coastal resort areas, known for golden beaches, dramatic rock formations, and seaside attractions.
    • Dalian Railway Station: A major railway hub in downtown Dalian with convenient access to popular districts and metro transfers.

Line 3 Branch Line

  • Route: Dalian Development Zone ↔ Tostem ↔ Phoenix Peak ↔ Dongshan Road ↔ Heping Road ↔ CR 19th Bureau ↔ Jiuli
  • Terminals: Dalian Development Zone ↔ Jiuli
  • Operating Hours: 6:00 AM – 8:15 PM

Line 5

  • Route: Houguan ↔ Houyan ↔ Longhua Road ↔ Quanshui East ↔ Zhonghua East Road ↔ Ganbei Road ↔ Ganjingzi Street ↔ Suoyuwan ↔ Suoyuwan South ↔ Dalian Railway Station ↔ Qingniwaqiao ↔ Labor Park ↔ Shikui Road ↔ Qingyun Street ↔ Taoyuan ↔ Xiuyue Street ↔ Tigerbeach Park ↔ Hutan Xinqu
  • Terminals: Houguan ↔ Hutan Xinqu
  • Operating Hours: 5:30 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Popular Attractions on This Line:
    • Fisherman’s Wharf: A scenic seaside district known for European-style buildings, seafood restaurants, and relaxing harbor views.
    • Bangchuidao Scenic Area: One of Dalian’s classic coastal destinations, famous for clear seawater, rocky beaches, and peaceful surroundings.
    • Laohutan Ocean Park: A popular marine-themed attraction featuring aquariums, ocean animal shows, and family-friendly entertainment.

Line 12

  • Route: Hekou ↔ Caidaling ↔ Huangnichuan ↔ Longwangtang ↔ Tahewan ↔ Lüshun ↔ Tieshan ↔ Lüshun New Port
  • Terminals: Hekou ↔ Lüshun New Port
  • Operating Hours: 6:05 AM – 8:30 PM

Line 13

  • Route: Jiuli ↔ Shisanli ↔ Ershilipu ↔ Sanshilipu ↔ Shihe Huangqi ↔ Puwan Stadium ↔ Shihe Beihai ↔ Changdianpu ↔ Third Hospital of Dalian Medical University ↔ Haiwan High School ↔ Pulandian Development Zone ↔ Pulandian Zhenxing Street
  • Terminals: Jiuli ↔ Pulandian Zhenxing Street
  • Operating Hours: 6:46 AM – 7:53 PM

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