Four new sections open on the Shenzhen Metro

It's a big day for Shenzhen! To wrap up 2025, four new metro sections officially began passenger service today, December 28th. These extensions add a total of 14 new stations!.

Here's everything you need to know about the new reaches of the network.

Line 13: The High-Tech Connection (North Section)

The most significant opening today is the Northern Section of Line 13. This 16.1 km stretch connects the Nanshan High-Tech Park area with the Shiyan neighborhood in Bao'an.

The extension adds 9 stations, including major hubs like Liuxiandong (transfer to Line 5) and Shangwu (transfer to Line 6). Note that Xili High-Speed Railway Station will remain an "infill" station for now---trains will pass through without stopping until the massive transport hub above it is completed in a year or two.

Line 8: To the East and Beyond (Phase III)

If you're a fan of Shenzhen's eastern coastline, Line 8 just got even better. The Phase III extension pushes past the former terminus at Xiaomeisha all the way to Xichong. This marks the first time a metro line has officially entered the Dapeng New Area. It's just one new station, but it brings the beach much closer to the city center.

Line 5: Into the Heart of Luohu

Line 5 has finally reached the historic commercial heart of the city. This 2.88 km extension moves west from Huangbeiling to Grand Theater.

This "small but mighty" extension adds three stations:

This will provide much-needed relief to the transfer bottleneck at Huangbeiling and give residents in the west a direct shot to Luohu's prime shopping districts.

Line 11: Extending the Express

Finally, Line 11 has been extended further east. The new section runs from Huaqiang South to Hongling South, interchanging with Line 9.

Check for updates!

We are currently updating the Explore Shenzhen maps for web, iOS, and Android. You can expect the new stations and updated route-planning to be live within the next 24-48 hours.

Check Explore Shenzhen for the latest.

Happy exploring!