Chongqing Rail Transit · Line 1 · Line guide
DISCOVER THE CITY BY METRO
From the riverside to old streets, explore the mountain city slowly.
Highlights include Hongyadong, Shibati · Eighteen Steps, Eling Erchang Creative Park, Ciqikou Ancient Town. Pick one or two according to your interests and opening arrangements, allowing time beyond the station.
One line. Many sides of the city.
The line runs between Chaotianmen and Bishan. Check the train destination and onward connection before setting off; the highlights are not a one-day checklist.
Selected stops · intermediate stations omitted
Show all 25 stations
- 01Chaotianmen
- 02Xiaoshizi
- 03Jiaochangkou
- 04Qixinggang
- 05Lianglukou
- 06Eling
- 07Daping
- 08Shiyoulu
- 09Xietaizi
- 10Shiqiaopu
- 11Gaomiaocun
- 12Majiayan
- 13Xiaolongkan
- 14Shapingba
- 15Yanggongqiao
- 16Lieshimu
- 17Ciqikou
- 18Shijingpo
- 19Shuangbei
- 20Laijiaqiao
- 21Weidianyuan
- 22Chenjiaqiao
- 23Daxuecheng
- 24Jiandingpo
- 25Bishan
THE STOPS
Where will you get off?
Follow the line order and choose a neighbourhood, a view or somewhere to slow down.
4 places
01Hongyadong
Make time for a visit at this stop
A riverside district of stilt-house-style buildings, shops and illuminated night views.
Start from Xiaoshizi and plan the onward walk or connection to the destination entrance. The station itself is not the entrance.
Allow around · About 1–2 hours, according to interest
Shibati · Eighteen Steps
Make time for a visit at this stop
Stepped lanes linking the upper and lower city.
Start from Jiaochangkou and plan the onward walk or connection to the destination entrance. The station itself is not the entrance.
Allow around · About 1–2 hours, according to interest
Eling Erchang Creative Park
Make time for a visit at this stop
A former printing factory converted into a creative district on the hillside.
Start from Eling and plan the onward walk or connection to the destination entrance. The station itself is not the entrance.
Allow around · About 1–2 hours, according to interest
Ciqikou Ancient Town
Make time for a visit at this stop
Traditional riverside lanes with Bayu-style buildings, teahouses and snack shops.
Start from Ciqikou and plan the onward walk or connection to the destination entrance. The station itself is not the entrance.
Allow around · About 1–2 hours, according to interest
BEFORE YOU GO
A little planning goes a long way.
Check elevation before walking
Outside the station, slopes, stairs and roads at different levels can change the route considerably. Check a suitable entrance when travelling with luggage or a stroller.
Check opening and admission
Venues, gardens and events have their own opening and ticket arrangements. Visit durations are editorial estimates, not opening hours or train times; choose only the stops that interest you.
Photo credits
- 20250521 Hongyadong (223429).jpg — Yumeto · CC BY-SA 4.0
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