How long does it take from Gwanghwamun to Gangnam by metro?

The journey from Gwanghwamun to Gangnam takes approximately 46 minutes by Seoul Metropolitan Subway, covering 20.14 km across 8 stops.

What is the metro fare from Gwanghwamun to Gangnam?

The token fare from Gwanghwamun to Gangnam 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 Gwanghwamun for Gangnam?

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

What is the last train from Gwanghwamun to Gangnam?

The last train from Gwanghwamun towards Gwanghwamun departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Gangnam back towards Gwanghwamun departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Gwanghwamun to Gangnam?

There are 8 stops between Gwanghwamun and Gangnam on the Line 5. The stations are: Gwanghwamun, Jongno 3-ga, Euljiro 4-ga.

Gwanghwamun To Gangnam

ShortestShortest Route

Gwanghwamun

Platform 1·underground·Line 5Towards Gwanghwamun

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

Jongno 3-ga

blue interchangeorange interchange

+3.14 min

3.14 min · 1.45 km

Euljiro 4-ga

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.91 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00

interchange Euljiro 4-ga — 5 min

Platform 1 · Line 2 ·Platform 1 Towards Chungjeongno

+5 min

Euljiro 4-ga

Platform 1·underground·Line 2Towards Chungjeongno

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

Dongdaemun History & Culture Park

aqua interchangepurple interchange

+5.72 min

5.72 min · 2.87 km

Sindang

+11.44 min

5.72 min · 2.87 km

Konkuk University

+22.88 min

5.72 min · 2.87 km

Jamsil

+28.6 min

5.72 min · 2.87 km

Gangnam

Arrive Platform 1·underground17.23 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

46 min

Total time

stops

20.14 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Gwanghwamun	05:30	00:00	Towards Gwanghwamun
Gangnam	05:00	23:00	Towards Gwanghwamun

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

2.72 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.25 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

₩130

Auto

₩272

Cab

₩494

Estimates for 20.14 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Line 5

City HallChungjeongno

Departure station

Gwanghwamun

underground

Gwanghwamun, Seoul, South Korea

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Gwanghwamun main exit· Gwanghwamun Square, Gyeongbokgung♿

Gwanghwamun south exit· Gwanghwamun Square, Gyeongbokgung♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Gangnam

underground

Gangnam, Seoul, South Korea

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water