Metro transfer guide
Diwopu Airport (URC) to Urumqi by Metro
The metro runs 11 stops from Diwopu Airport to Balou 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.
Stops to city centreBalou
Lines at the airportLine 1 · Airport MRT
First / last train07:40 – 23:30
Fare from¥2
Getting into the city from Diwopu Airport
Getting to where you are going
Stops counted from Diwopu Airport. Journey time varies by time of day, so we do not print a fixed number.
| Destination | Stops | Line | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Urumqi city centre | 11 | Line 1 | No change |
Which way into the city?
At Diwopu Airport the trains run one way only. The destination shown on the platform board is what tells you which.
| Line | Towards | First / last train |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Santunbei | 07:40 – 23:30 |
| AI | North International Airport | 07:40 – 23:30 |
If the board shows a terminus other than the one listed here, that train does not run the full route — confirm before boarding.
Common questions
How much is the metro from Diwopu 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 Diwopu Airport?
First train around 07:40, last train around 23:30. If you land later than that, take a taxi.
How many stops is it from Diwopu Airport to Urumqi city centre?
11 stops to Balou on the metro.