How Many Points Are Deducted for Driving Against Traffic in Beijing?

[Austin]

Driving against traffic on ordinary roads results in a deduction of 3 points, while driving in the opposite direction on highways leads to a deduction of 12 points. Below are the specific details regarding point deductions for vehicles: 1. Deduction of 1 point: Failing to yield properly when meeting another vehicle or reversing; not driving large passenger vehicles, electric vehicles, crane trucks, or vehicles with trailers as required during the probationary period; not towing trailers or pulling vehicles as required; not installing vehicle license plates as required; not carrying a driver's license or vehicle registration; riding or driving a two-wheeled motorcycle without wearing a safety helmet; carrying passengers on a lightweight motorcycle or carrying a child under 12 years old on the rear seat of a two-wheeled or sidecar motorcycle; driving without properly closing the doors or compartments; smoking, eating, or engaging in other behaviors that hinder safe driving; not driving as required on roads without a centerline or designated lanes for motor vehicles and non-motor vehicles; the driver of a small passenger vehicle not wearing a seatbelt as required; other violations of vehicle loading regulations. 2. Deduction of 3 points: Operating a motor vehicle on the road without undergoing regular safety technical inspections as required; driving medium-sized or larger passenger or cargo vehicles, or hazardous material transport vehicles on roads other than highways or urban expressways, or driving other motor vehicles at speeds exceeding the limit by less than 20%; driving a truck with a load exceeding the approved weight by less than 30%; driving a motor vehicle on a highway at a speed below the minimum limit; driving a motor vehicle prohibited from entering a highway onto a highway; driving a motor vehicle on a highway or urban expressway without using the designated lane; driving a motor vehicle through a crosswalk without slowing down, stopping, or yielding to pedestrians as required; driving a motor vehicle in violation of prohibitory signs or markings; driving a passenger vehicle (excluding buses) or a school bus with passengers exceeding the approved number by less than 20%; driving a motor vehicle in violation of regulations regarding towing trailers; failing to use lights or set up warning signs as required after a vehicle breaks down or is involved in an accident on the road; driving a motor vehicle without properly overtaking, yielding, or driving against traffic as required.

[StBrady]

After driving in Beijing for so many years, I've seen quite a few cases of people getting tickets for driving the wrong way. On regular roads, going against traffic usually results in a 3-point deduction and a 200-yuan fine, like accidentally going the wrong way on a one-way street. But if you do it on highways or urban expressways, like making a U-turn on the Fifth Ring Road or the Jingzang Expressway to go back, that's an immediate 12-point deduction and license revocation! Once in Wangjing, I saw a car going the wrong way in the channelization area, and the traffic police stopped it right away. A special reminder: some newly built intersections in Beijing have road markings that are easy to misread, and a moment of distraction can lead to driving the wrong way. Remember to check your navigation in advance and stay extra alert when lanes narrow.

[KylieLee]

Last time my colleague was caught driving the wrong way on the Second Ring Road service road, it cost him 3 points and 200 yuan. If you pull this stunt on a highway, like driving the wrong way on the airport expressway, you'll lose all 12 points at once. I've studied traffic regulations - penalties do vary by road type: regular city roads usually start with a 3-point deduction, while expressways and highways are strict 12-point offenders. Especially during rush hours, people cutting in line in a hurry are prone to mistakes. I recommend making it a habit to check traffic conditions before driving, and slow down to confirm lane markings on unfamiliar roads. By the way, interchanges and ramp entrances are also the most confusing spots. Losing points is one thing, but a head-on collision would be truly dangerous.

[DeLena]

Never drive against traffic in Beijing. On regular roads, it's a 3-point deduction and a 200-yuan fine, while on highways, it's an immediate 12-point deduction plus license revocation. Especially on those newly built tidal flow lanes where markings change rapidly—I nearly made a mistake on Chaoyang Road the other day. The fine isn't the main issue; the real hassle is having to retake the written test after losing all 12 points. The most dangerous scenario is taking the wrong exit on urban expressways at night and wanting to U-turn after realizing you've missed it. In such cases, always proceed to the next exit, even if it means detouring for an extra 20 minutes. Nowadays, many newly installed traffic cameras specifically target these violations, so drivers must stay fully alert.

[StRosalie]

I checked the traffic violation records. Penalties for driving against traffic in Beijing depend on the road conditions: 3 points and 200 RMB for regular streets, while highways result in an immediate 12-point deduction. It's especially easy to make mistakes during morning rush hours, particularly at intersections with channelizing islands—just a slight lapse in attention and you might end up in the wrong lane. I remember a news story last year about a driver who went the wrong way for three kilometers on an East Third Ring ramp and was eventually stopped, losing all 12 points. My advice is to pay extra attention to the blue-and-white road signs while driving, and never cross solid dividing lines. Nowadays, mobile navigation apps even have lane guidance features—make use of them. It’s not worth taking such a big risk just to save a few minutes.

[SanRemington]

Regarding penalties for driving against traffic in Beijing, there are two scenarios. On regular roads, it typically results in a 3-point deduction and a 200-yuan fine – like getting caught taking shortcuts in hutongs. However, on highways or expressways like Jingcheng Expressway, getting caught means an immediate 12-point deduction and license revocation. Many drivers get tripped up on ramps when merging onto main roads – rushing to change lanes often leads to wrong-way driving. Special reminder for new drivers: some road markings in Beijing have unique designs, like the newly built intersections near Chaoyang Joy City where many get caught. Beyond the penalty points, such violations are particularly prone to causing head-on collisions – safety should always be the top priority.