Jinan has made notable progress in modernizing its transportation infrastructure during the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021–25), establishing itself as a national transportation hub.

A major achievement is the development of a comprehensive expressway network, including two ring roads, a regional network connecting neighboring economic hubs, and 16 highways extending across Shandong province and beyond. By the end of 2025, Jinan's total highway mileage reached 915.6 kilometers, giving it the province's highest road density and largest share of two-way, six-lane expressways.

The city has led the integration of travel and tourism with the S103 scenic highway, improving access to the southern mountainous area.

In rural areas, over 16,000 km of roads have been upgraded, significantly boosting access to resources and industries while also encouraging tourism to rural destinations.

Transportation across the Yellow River has also progressed. With eight new crossings, Jinan now has 21 Yellow River bridges and tunnels. Four bridges and two tunnels in the main urban area are operational, with the Huanggang Road and Hangtian Avenue tunnels under construction. These developments have reduced commuting time between the river's northern and southern banks.