Daxing line
| Company type | Joint venture |
|---|---|
| Industry | Rapid transit operation |
| Headquarters | Beijing , China |
| Products | Subway operation |
| Parent | MTR Corporation (partnership) |
| Website | www |
The Daxing Line of the Beijing Subway () is a rapid transit corridor that links the southern area of Daxing District to the broader subway system in Beijing. It serves as a southern extension of Line 4, starting from its terminal station at Gongyixiqiao in Fengtai District and continuing to Tian'gongyuan, which lies beyond the 6th Ring Road within Daxing. The line covers roughly , with the majority running underground.
This line features 12 stations, predominantly subterranean except for Xihongmen, which is the sole station above ground due to spatial limitations. Construction commenced in 2007, culminating in the line's inauguration on 30 December 2010. Operation is managed by Beijing MTR Corporation Limited, utilizing 6-car Type B (SFM05) trainsets. The maximum operational speed reaches . On transit maps, the Daxing Line is represented by a teal color, maintaining consistency with Line 4.
By 2014, the average daily passenger volume reached 310,000, with peak ridership hitting 376,000, underscoring the line’s importance in enhancing transit connectivity to southern Beijing.
Route and service
While officially designated as a separate line, the Daxing Line is operated in conjunction with Line 4 by Beijing MTR Corporation Limited through a through-train arrangement that offers seamless travel for riders. Since its launch on 30 December 2010, two types of train services have been provided along the combined Line 4-Daxing corridor:
- A full-length service running from Anheqiao North (the northern terminus of Line 4) to Tian'gongyuan (the southern terminus of the Daxing Line).
- A partial service operating between Anheqiao North and Xin'gong, which is the first station on the Daxing Line; passengers traveling further south must transfer to full-route trains.
Service routes
History
- On 1 June 2008, construction work on the Daxing Line commenced, initially targeting completion by late 2011.
- By 16 November 2008, the projected completion date was advanced to 28 December 2010.
- On 20 April 2010, this schedule was further expedited to an opening date of 28 October 2010.
- Ultimately, the Daxing Line began operations on 30 December 2010.
| Segment | Start Date | Distance | Stations | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gongyi Xiqiao — Tiangongyuan | 30 December 2010 | 21.76 km (13.52 mi) | 11 | Initial phase |
| Anheqiaobei — Gongyi Xiqiao | 28 September 2009 | refer to Line 4 | Through service segment | |
Rolling Stock
| Model | Image | Manufacturer | Year Built | Units in Operation | Fleet Numbers | Depot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SFM05 | CRRC Qingdao Sifang | 2008, 2010 | 73 | 001–040 061–093 |
Longbeicun Majiapu Nanzhaolu |
Notes
a. Ridership figures include data from Line 4.
b. Refer to archived announcements from Beijing MTR Corporation Limited.
References