How long does it take from Gangdong to Chungmuro by metro?

The journey from Gangdong to Chungmuro takes approximately 34 minutes by Seoul Metropolitan Subway, covering 13.23 km across 9 stops.

What is the metro fare from Gangdong to Chungmuro?

The token fare from Gangdong to Chungmuro is ₩1500. With a smart card the fare is ₩1400 (save ₩100). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₩1400.

Which platform at Gangdong for Chungmuro?

At Gangdong, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards Gwanghwamun. Look for the electronic board showing "Gwanghwamun".

What is the last train from Gangdong to Chungmuro?

The last train from Gangdong towards Gwanghwamun departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Chungmuro back towards Gangdong departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Gangdong to Chungmuro?

There are 9 stops between Gangdong and Chungmuro on the Line 5. The stations are: Gangdong, Cheonho, Gunja, Janghanpyeong, Dapsimni, Majang, Wangsimni, Singeumho, Dongdaemun History & Culture Park.

Gangdong To Chungmuro

ShortestShortest Route

Gangdong

Platform 1·underground·Line 5Towards Gwanghwamun

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

Cheonho

+3.14 min

3.14 min · 1.45 km

Gunja

+6.29 min

3.15 min · 1.46 km

Wangsimni

green interchange

+18.87 min

3.15 min · 1.46 km

Singeumho

+22.01 min

3.14 min · 1.45 km

Dongdaemun History & Culture Park

green interchangeaqua interchange

Arrive Platform 5·underground11.64 km

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

interchange Dongdaemun History & Culture Park — 5 min

Platform 5 · Line 4 ·Platform 3 Towards Hyehwa

+5 min

Dongdaemun History & Culture Park

green interchangepurple interchange

Platform 3·underground·Line 4Towards Hyehwa

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

Chungmuro

orange interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground1.59 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

34 min

Total time

stops

13.23 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Gangdong	05:30	00:00	Towards Gwanghwamun
Chungmuro	05:30	00:00	Towards Gangdong

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

₩1500

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₩1400

Save ₩100 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₩1400

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

1.79 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.82 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~53 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₩1500

Bike

₩90

Auto

₩188

Cab

₩342

Estimates for 13.23 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Seoul StationCheongnyangni

Line 5

City HallChungjeongno

Departure station

Gangdong

underground

Gangdong, Seoul, South Korea

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Gangdong main exit· Gangdong area♿

Gangdong south exit· Gangdong area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Chungmuro

underground

Chungmuro, Seoul, South Korea

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Chungmuro main exit· Namsangol Hanok Village♿

Chungmuro south exit· Namsangol Hanok Village♿

Chungmuro east exit· Namsangol Hanok Village♿

Chungmuro west exit· Namsangol Hanok Village♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterCoin lockersConvenience store