Shanghai Metro Line 2
Line 2 is an east–west line in the Shanghai Metro network. With a length of nearly 64 km (40 mi), it is the second longest line in the metro system after line 11. Line 2 runs from East Xujing in the west to Pudong International Airport in the east, passing Hongqiao Airport, the Huangpu river, and the Lujiazui Financial District in Pudong. With a daily ridership of over 1.9 million, it is the busiest line on the Shanghai Metro.[4] The eastern portion of the line, from Guanglan Road to Pudong International Airport, was operated almost[clarification needed] independently from the main segment until April 19, 2019, when through service began. The line is colored light green on system maps.
History and Development
- Construction Phases:
- Initial Phase (Zhongshan Park — Longyang Road):
- Commenced: December 28, 1995
- Opened: September 20, 1999
- Length: 16.4 km
- Stations: 12
- Investment: ¥12.4 billion
- Eastern Section (Longyang Road — Zhangjiang Hi-Tech Park):
- Commenced: January 15, 1999
- Opened: December 26, 2000
- Length: 2.8 km
- Stations: 1
- Initial Phase (Zhongshan Park — Longyang Road):
- Extensions:
- First Western Extension (Songhong Road — Zhongshan Park):
- Construction: December 15, 2001
- Opened: December 30, 2006
- Length: 6.8 km
- Stations: 4
- Eastern Extension (Zhangjiang Hi-Tech Park — Guanglan Road):
- Construction: June 30, 2006
- Opened: February 24, 2010
- Length: 3.4 km
- Stations: 2
- Second Western Extension (East Xujing — Songhong Road):
- Construction: July 17, 2008
- Opened: March 16, 2010
- Length: 8.6 km
- Stations: 2
- Eastern Extension (Guanglan Road — Pudong International Airport):
- Construction: November 18, 2005
- Opened: April 8, 2010
- Length: 26.8 km
- Stations: 8
- First Western Extension (Songhong Road — Zhongshan Park):
- Infill Stations:
- Hongqiao Railway Station: Added on July 1, 2010, as part of the Hongqiao Comprehensive Transportation Hub.
- Future Expansion:
- East Xujing — Panxiang Road: Under construction, expected to add 1.64 km with 1 station.
Route and Key Stations
- Route: Shanghai Metro Line 2 forms a loop around central Shanghai, connecting major business, residential, and transportation hubs.
- Key Stations:
- Hongqiao Railway Station: Interchange station with Shanghai Hongqiao railway station and airport.
- People’s Square: Central interchange station connecting multiple metro lines.
- Lujiazui: Located in Shanghai’s financial district.
- Pudong International Airport: Terminal station serving Shanghai Pudong International Airport.
Service Modes
- Mainline (M): East Xujing ↔ Pudong International Airport
- Partial Mode 1 (P1): East Xujing ↔ Guanglan Road
- Partial Mode 2 (P2): Songhong Road ↔ Guanglan Road
- Evening Trains (E): Hongqiao Railway Station → Longyang Road (limited stops)
Operational Characteristics
- Platform Types: Features a mix of island and side platforms across stations.
- Service Patterns: Operates with varying train lengths and frequencies to accommodate peak and off-peak demands.
- Passenger Traffic: One of the busiest lines in Shanghai due to its strategic route and connectivity.
Future Developments
- Capacity Expansion: Continuous upgrades and expansions to enhance capacity and passenger experience.
- Integration with Urban Development: Part of Shanghai’s comprehensive urban transportation plan to support city growth and development.
Shanghai Metro Line 2 plays a crucial role in Shanghai’s transportation network, connecting key areas and providing essential transit services for millions of residents and visitors daily.
