Line 1 began construction on June 1, 2012, and was opened on December 26, 2016.

[7][8][9][10] Thales Saic Transport is providing the line with urban rail traffic management and CBTC systems.

[12] All lines the Phase III expansion are under construction.

[13] With all lines opened, Hefei Metro will have a network length of 342.1 km (212.6 mi) and 234 stations.

[14] Totalling 115.6 km (71.8 mi) of new metro lines.