Jiaodong Airport (TAO) to Qingdao by Metro
The metro runs 15 stops from Jiaodong Airport to May 4th Square in the city centre. Here is what it costs, when the first and last trains go, and which exit to use at the airport end.
Getting into the city from Jiaodong Airport
Getting to where you are going
Stops counted from Jiaodong Airport. Journey time varies by time of day, so we do not print a fixed number.
| Destination | Stops | Line | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Qingdao city centre | 15 | Line 8 | No change |
| Hongdao Railway Station | 3 | Line 8 | No change |
| Jiaozhou North Railway Station | 1 | Line 8 | No change |
| Qingdao Railway Station | 21 | Line 8 | at Qingdao North Railway Station |
| Qingdao North Railway Station | 9 | Line 8 | No change |
Which way into the city?
At Jiaodong Airport the trains run one way only. The destination shown on the platform board is what tells you which.
| Line | Towards | First / last train |
|---|---|---|
| 8 | May 4th Square | 06:05 – 22:05 |
| 8 | Jiaozhou North Railway Station | 06:57 – 23:10 |
| 8 | 快速 五四广场 | 21:42 – 22:45 |
| 8 | 快速 胶州北站 | 06:02 – 06:22 |
If the board shows a terminus other than the one listed here, that train does not run the full route — confirm before boarding.
Which terminal exit to use, and how far each gate is from the platform, is in the airport guide. Open the Jiaodong Airport guide
Common questions
How much is the metro from Jiaodong Airport?
Fares start at ¥2. A ride into the city centre costs a little more depending on distance.
What time is the first and last train from Jiaodong Airport?
First train around 06:05, last train around 22:05. If you land later than that, take a taxi.
How many stops is it from Jiaodong Airport to Qingdao city centre?
15 stops to May 4th Square on the metro.
Terminals, check-in and the other ways out of the airport are in the airport guide.