As urban transportation evolves, the subway stands out as a key choice for sustainable and cost-effective travel. Subway information screens commonly display real-time station updates. However, screen size and visibility constraints significantly impact how elderly passengers perceive this information. However, there is a notable lack of research in this specific area. Thus, this study explores how the placement of metro station landmark information (above, below, or alternating positions) affects the visual experience of elderly users on subway screens. Using a one-way ANOVA between-subjects design, we recruited 60 elderly participants through purposeful sampling. Data was collected via a 7-point Likert scale for subjective evaluations and semi-structured interviews. Key findings include: (1) Information placement influences older adults’ visual perception; (2) Compared to alternating positions, older users exhibit a higher preference for information displayed above the platform; (3) Compared to the below position, an alternating display offers an advantage in perceived visual search speed; (4) Likewise, compared to the below position, an alternating display reduces visual search load for older users. This study offers valuable insights for future interface designs in metro transportation tailored to elderly users.