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

The journey from Daechi to Wangsimni takes approximately 52 minutes by Seoul Metropolitan Subway, covering 20.25 km across 11 stops.

What is the metro fare from Daechi to Wangsimni?

The token fare from Daechi to Wangsimni is ₩1700. With a smart card the fare is ₩1600 (save ₩100). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₩1600.

Which platform at Daechi for Wangsimni?

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 Wangsimni?

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

How many stops from Daechi to Wangsimni?

There are 11 stops between Daechi and Wangsimni on the Line 3. The stations are: Daechi, Dogok, Yangjae, Nambu Bus Terminal, Express Bus Terminal, Apgujeong, Yaksu, Dongguk University, Chungmuro.

Daechi To Wangsimni

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

Arrive Platform 3·underground1.59 km

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

interchange Dongdaemun History & Culture Park — 5 min

Platform 3 · Line 2 ·Platform 1 Towards City Hall

+5 min

Dongdaemun History & Culture Park

aqua interchangepurple interchange

Platform 1·underground·Line 2Towards City Hall

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

Sindang

+5.72 min

5.72 min · 2.87 km

Wangsimni

purple interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground5.74 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

52 min

Total time

stops

20.25 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

₩1700

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₩1600

Save ₩100 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₩1600

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

2.73 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.26 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~81 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₩1700

Bike

₩132

Auto

₩274

Cab

₩496

Estimates for 20.25 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

Wangsimni

underground

Wangsimni, Seoul, South Korea

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Wangsimni main exit· Wangsimni Station♿

Wangsimni south exit· Wangsimni Station♿

Wangsimni east exit· Wangsimni Station♿

Wangsimni west exit· Wangsimni Station♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterCoin lockersConvenience store