The Nanchang Metro, officially Nanchang Rail Transit, is a rapid transit system in Nanchang, Jiangxi, China. Line 1 of the Nanchang Metro officially began operations on 1 May 2015, marking the opening of the metro system in the city. The network is currently 128.3 km (79.7 mi) long with 4 lines. A total of 163 km (101.3 mi) of network is planned with Line 5 currently under planning. The metro system plays an important role in transporting passengers daily, contributing to the public transport capacity of the city and reducing dependence on personal vehicles.