How long does it take from Gwanghwamun to Jongno 3-ga by metro?

The journey from Gwanghwamun to Jongno 3-ga takes approximately 3 minutes by Seoul Metropolitan Subway, covering 1.45 km across 1 stop.

What is the metro fare from Gwanghwamun to Jongno 3-ga?

The token fare from Gwanghwamun to Jongno 3-ga is ₩1400. With a smart card the fare is ₩1300 (save ₩100). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₩1300.

Which platform at Gwanghwamun for Jongno 3-ga?

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 Jongno 3-ga?

The last train from Gwanghwamun towards Gwanghwamun departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Jongno 3-ga back towards Gwanghwamun departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Gwanghwamun to Jongno 3-ga?

There are 1 stop between Gwanghwamun and Jongno 3-ga on the Line 5. The stations are: Gwanghwamun, Jongno 3-ga.

Gwanghwamun To Jongno 3-ga

ShortestShortest Route

Gwanghwamun

Platform 1·underground·Line 5Towards Gwanghwamun

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

Jongno 3-ga

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Arrive Platform 5·underground1.45 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

3 min

Total time

stops

1.45 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Gwanghwamun	05:30	00:00	Towards Gwanghwamun
Jongno 3-ga	05:30	00:00	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

₩1400

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₩1300

Save ₩100 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₩1300

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

0.20 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.09 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~6 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₩1400

Bike

₩18

Auto

₩48

Cab

₩82

Estimates for 1.45 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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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

Jongno 3-ga

underground

Jongno 3-ga, Seoul, South Korea

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Jongno 3-ga main exit· Tapgol Park♿

Jongno 3-ga south exit· Tapgol Park♿

Jongno 3-ga east exit· Tapgol Park♿

Jongno 3-ga west exit· Tapgol Park♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterCoin lockersConvenience store