How to determine the direction of Nanjing subway
As an important part of urban public transportation, Nanjing Metro's line planning and direction determination have always been the focus of citizens and tourists. This article will combine the hot topics and hot content on the entire network in the past 10 days, analyze in detail the basis for determining the direction of the Nanjing subway, and provide structured data for reference.
1. Basic principles for determining the direction of Nanjing Metro

The direction determination of Nanjing Metro is mainly based on the following principles:
1.urban development planning: The direction of the subway lines is closely related to Nanjing’s urban master plan, especially the development of new urban areas and the transformation of old urban areas.
2.Customer flow demand analysis: Analyze citizens’ travel needs through big data and prioritize coverage of densely populated areas and transportation hubs.
3.geographical restrictions: Nanjing’s topography and geological conditions have an important impact on the direction of the subway lines, such as the Yangtze River, Xuanwu Lake and other natural barriers.
4.economic feasibility: Line planning and construction need to consider return on investment and operating costs.
2. The latest developments in the direction of Nanjing subway lines (hot spots in the past 10 days)
The following are topics related to Nanjing Metro that have been hotly discussed on the Internet recently:
| hot topics | Main content | Discussion popularity |
|---|---|---|
| The southern section of Metro Line 5 opens | The southern section of Line 5 is expected to be put into trial operation by the end of 2023, connecting Jiangning with the main urban area. | high |
| Construction progress of Metro Line 6 | The shield construction of the Qixiashan section of Line 6 is completed and is expected to be opened to traffic in 2024 | Middle to high |
| Metro Line 3 North Extension Planning | The plan to extend north to Liuhe triggered heated discussions among citizens | in |
| Metro Line S4 (Ningyang Intercity) | Cross-city line planning announced, Nanjing section station confirmed | high |
3. Practical cases of Nanjing subway direction determination
Taking Metro Line 5 as an example, its direction determination has gone through the following process:
| stage | key decisions | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| planning stage | Connecting Gulou District and Jiangning District | Ease the commuting pressure between the main urban area and Jiangning |
| design stage | Detour around the Confucius Temple Scenic Area | Protect historical and cultural blocks and reduce ground impact |
| construction stage | Opening in sections (North section first) | Difficulty of demolition and differences in geological conditions |
4. How can citizens obtain subway direction information?
1.official channels: Line maps and construction announcements released on the Nanjing Metro official website and WeChat public account.
2.Navigation software: Amap and Baidu Maps update subway line and direction information in real time.
3.station sign: Station guide signs and train announcements will clearly indicate the direction of travel.
4.Hotline consultation: Dial the Nanjing Metro service hotline 025-12345 for enquiries.
5. Prospects for the future direction planning of Nanjing Metro
According to the "Nanjing Rail Transit Network Plan (2020-2035)", the future will focus on the development of:
| direction | Plan route | meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Cross-city China Unicom | S2 (Ningma Intercity), S6 (Ningju Intercity) | Integration of Nanjing Metropolitan Area |
| Jiangbei New District | Line 4 Phase 2, Line 11 | Support the development of national-level new areas |
| old city encryption | Line 8, Line 9 | Ease traffic pressure in core areas |
The determination of Nanjing's subway direction is the result of comprehensive consideration of multiple factors. As the city develops, its network layout will continue to be optimized. Citizens are advised to pay attention to official updates and plan their travel routes rationally.
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