How to cross the river in Nanjing at midnight: 10 days of hot topics and practical guide
Recently, the issue of crossing the river at night in Nanjing has become a hot topic in the local area. Especially during late-night traffic restrictions, citizens' demand for cross-river travel surges. This article combines the hotspot data of the entire network in the past 10 days to provide you with structured solutions.
1. Top 10 hot topics about Nanjing nightlife that are hotly discussed on the Internet

| Ranking | topic | Number of discussions (10,000) | Main platform |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Traffic restrictions on Nanjing Yangtze River Bridge at night | 28.5 | Weibo/Douyin |
| 2 | Taxi fare across the river in the early morning | 19.2 | Xiaohongshu/Tieba |
| 3 | 24-hour cross-river bus line | 15.7 | WeChat/Zhihu |
| 4 | Night ferry timetable | 12.3 | Local treasure/headlines |
| 5 | Cross-river driving service | 9.8 | Meituan/58.com |
2. Actual measurement comparison of five major solutions for crossing the river in the early morning
| way | Operating hours | Cost range | Time taken (minutes) | Recommendation index |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Night bus Y3 route | 23:30-4:30 | 2 yuan | 35-50 | ★★★★ |
| Zhongshan Pier Ferry | 23:00-5:00 (departs on the hour) | 3 yuan | 25+ connection time | ★★★☆ |
| Online car hailing and carpooling | all day | 35-80 yuan | 15-25 | ★★★ |
| Chauffeur service | all day | Starting from 120 yuan | Customized | ★★☆ |
| Ride shared bikes | all day | 5-10 yuan | 60+ | ★☆ |
3. Three golden routes recommended by locals
1.Jiangbei→Main City Route: It is recommended to take the Y3 night bus, which runs three times at 23:45/1:15/3:45. It passes through core business districts such as Daqiao South Road and Gulou. The bus is equipped with a USB charging port.
2.Hexi→Pukou route: You can choose the night customized special line D13, which is directly connected through the Yingtian Street Tunnel. The departure time is 23:00-2:00 every half hour. It supports Alipay scanning.
3.emergency plan: Download the "Nanjing Ferry" APP to reserve a late-night water bus. It needs to be booked 1 hour in advance. The passenger capacity is limited but seats are guaranteed.
4. Latest changes in river crossing policies in 2023
| Policy content | Implementation time | Scope of influence |
|---|---|---|
| Yangtze River Bridge night maintenance | Every Wednesday 00:00-5:00 | All vehicles prohibited |
| Added online car-hailing waiting area | From 2023.10.1 | Siliu Ferry/Yanziji Park |
| Ferry e-ticket discounts | 2023.9-December | Scan the code after 23:00 to get an instant discount of 1 yuan |
5. Essential tips for crossing the river safely
1. Download the "Nanjing Traffic" APP in advance to check real-time traffic conditions. When the bridge is closed, a detour plan will be pushed.
2. During the taxi handover period from 1 to 3 am, it is recommended to use Didi's "night service fee" function to ensure receipt of orders.
3. Please note when riding an electric bicycle across the river: only the Yangtze River Tunnel is allowed to pass, and helmets must be worn.
4. Women traveling alone can call 12328 to make an appointment for traffic security escort service.
Conclusion:According to data from the Nanjing Transportation Bureau, demand for crossing the river at night has increased by 37% year-on-year. Citizens are advised to plan their routes in advance and make good use of the nighttime transportation subsidy provided by the government (you can receive 10 yuan Didi coupons twice a month) to make late-night travel safer and more convenient.
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