Beginning July 19, an additional 91 metro stations will begin testing "always-open" fare gates, expanding the pilot program to a total of 123 stations across 19 lines.
Under this system, fare gates remain open by default, but passengers are still required to tap their transit card or scan a QR code to enter. If the card or code is successfully detected, a green arrow will appear, and the gate will stay open. If not, the gates will automatically close to block entry.
First rolled out at three stations back in April 2024, the system was designed to speed up passenger flow as passengers don't have to wait for the fare gates to open and close.
A passenger scans to enter Wuzhong Road Station on Line 15, one of the earlier stations to trial the "always-open" fare gates.
New stations with 'always-open' fare gates:
Line 1: Waihuanlu, Jinjiang Park, Hengshan Rd, North Zhongshan Rd, Shanghai Circus World, Bao'an Highway, West Youyi Rd
Line 5: Wenjing Rd, Minhang Development Zone, Xiaotang, Fengpu Avenue, Jinhai Lake
Line 6: Jufeng Rd, Minsheng Rd, Shanghai Children's Medical Center, Oriental Sports Center (also Lines 8 & 11)
Line 8: Shiguang Rd, Middle Yanji Rd, Lujiabang Rd (also Line 9), China Art Museum, Yaohua Rd (also Line 7), Shendu Highway (also Pujiang Line)
Line 9:Songjiang Xincheng, Zhongchun Rd, Xingzhong Rd, Madang Rd (also Line 13), Gutang Rd
Line 10: Guofan Rd, Shuangjiang Rd, West Gaoqiao, Jilong Rd
Line 11: Kangheng Rd
Line 12: Hanzhong Rd (also Lines 1 & 13)
Line 14: Lexiu Rd, Lintao Rd, Zhenguang Rd, Dashijie (also Line 8), Lujiazui, Pudong Avenue (also Line 4), Lantian Rd (also Line 9)
Line 15:Jinqiu Rd, Fengxiang Rd, Nanda Rd, Qi'an Rd, Gulang Rd, East Wuwei Rd, Shanghai West Railway Station (also Line 11), Tongchuan Rd (also Line 14), North Meiling Rd, Daduhe Rd, Changfeng Park, Loushanguan Rd, Yaohong Rd, Guilin Rd, Guilin Park, East China University of Science and Technology, Luoxiu Rd, Zhumei Rd
Line 17: Zhujiajiao , Dianshanhu Avenue, Caoying Rd, Qingpu Xincheng, Huijin Rd, Zhaoxiang , Middle Jiasong Rd, Xujingbeicheng, Xuying Rd, Panlong Rd, National Exhibition and Convention Center
Line 18: Guoquan Rd, Fanhua Rd, Beizhong Rd, Fangxin Rd, Yingchun Rd, Pingliang Rd, Fushun Rd, Shanghai University of Finance and Economics
Pujiang Line: Huizhen Rd
Answers to frequently asked questions:
Q: What happens if my card or QR code doesn't work, but I walk in anyway?
The gate will shut. Step back, try again, or ask for help.
Q: What if I go in the wrong direction?
The gate will close to stop reverse entry.
Q: Can I see my card balance at these gates?
Yes. The screen at the fare gate will show your remaining balance after tapping.
Q: Any tips for seniors, kids, or pregnant passengers?
1) Follow the signs to the correct entry/exit gate.
2) Wait for the person ahead to pass, then tap or scan. Make sure you see the green arrow before walking through.
Q: How do I know if I tapped successfully?
A green arrow will appear on the screen – that means you're good to go.
When you see the green arrows, you're good to go.
All stations with 'always-open' fare gates
