Line 1 started construction on July 9, 2012, the first phase measures 25.9 kilometers (16.1 mi) with 20 stations.

It runs from Yanbai Bridge to Dongfanghong Square, all within Chengguan District.

[7] In long-term planning, there will be 5 lines totaling 228 kilometers (142 mi).

A road-rail bridge is planned to carry Line 3 over the Yellow River, continuing its route above ground.

The rolling stock is manufactured in Changchun by China's CRRC.

Since December 2019, passengers can also pay using the Tencent Ride app (zh:騰訊乘車碼).