How long does it take from Daechi to Dongdaemun by metro?

The journey from Daechi to Dongdaemun takes approximately 39 minutes by Seoul Metropolitan Subway, covering 16.1 km across 10 stops.

What is the metro fare from Daechi to Dongdaemun?

The token fare from Daechi to Dongdaemun is ₩1600. With a smart card the fare is ₩1500 (save ₩100). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₩1500.

Which platform at Daechi for Dongdaemun?

At Daechi, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Gyeongbokgung. Look for the electronic board showing "Gyeongbokgung".

What is the last train from Daechi to Dongdaemun?

The last train from Daechi towards Gyeongbokgung departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Dongdaemun back towards Daechi departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Daechi to Dongdaemun?

There are 10 stops between Daechi and Dongdaemun on the Line 3. The stations are: Daechi, Dogok, Yangjae, Nambu Bus Terminal, Express Bus Terminal, Apgujeong, Yaksu, Dongguk University, Chungmuro.

Daechi To Dongdaemun

ShortestShortest Route

Daechi

Platform 2·underground·Line 3Towards Gyeongbokgung

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Dogok

+3.43 min

3.43 min · 1.61 km

Yangjae

+6.88 min

3.45 min · 1.62 km

Yaksu

+20.64 min

3.45 min · 1.62 km

Dongguk University

+24.07 min

3.43 min · 1.61 km

Chungmuro

aqua interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground12.92 km

First train: 05:30Last train: 00:00

interchange Chungmuro — 5 min

Platform 1 · Line 4 ·Platform 3 Towards Hyehwa

+5 min

Chungmuro

orange interchange

Platform 3·underground·Line 4Towards Hyehwa

First train: 05:30Last train: 00:00Doors open: right

Dongdaemun History & Culture Park

green interchangepurple interchange

+3.39 min

3.39 min · 1.59 km

Dongdaemun

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground3.18 km

First train: 05:30Last train: 00:00

Route on the map

10stops1changes

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Journey at a glance

39 min

Total time

stops

16.1 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Daechi	05:00	23:00	Towards Gyeongbokgung
Dongdaemun	05:30	00:00	Towards Daechi

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

₩1600

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₩1500

Save ₩100 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₩1500

Save ₩100 per ride

Use your Seoul Metropolitan Subway smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

2.17 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.00 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~64 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₩1600

Bike

₩106

Auto

₩224

Cab

₩404

Estimates for 16.1 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Seoul StationCheongnyangni

Line 3

City HallChungjeongno

Departure station

Daechi

underground

Daechi, Seoul, South Korea

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Dongdaemun

underground

Dongdaemun, Seoul, South Korea

Weekdays: 05:30 – 00:00(Sundays from 05:30)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Dongdaemun main exit· Dongdaemun Gate♿

Dongdaemun south exit· Dongdaemun Gate♿

Dongdaemun east exit· Dongdaemun Gate♿

Dongdaemun west exit· Dongdaemun Gate♿

Tap in and out with a T-money card for the easiest, fare-correct journey.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterCoin lockersConvenience store