How long does it take from Gwanghwamun to Jongno 5-ga by metro?

The journey from Gwanghwamun to Jongno 5-ga takes approximately 11 minutes by Seoul Metropolitan Subway, covering 2.9 km across 2 stops.

What is the metro fare from Gwanghwamun to Jongno 5-ga?

The token fare from Gwanghwamun to Jongno 5-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 5-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 5-ga?

The last train from Gwanghwamun towards Gwanghwamun departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Jongno 5-ga back towards Gwanghwamun departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Gwanghwamun to Jongno 5-ga?

There are 2 stops between Gwanghwamun and Jongno 5-ga on the Line 5. The stations are: Gwanghwamun, Jongno 3-ga.

Gwanghwamun To Jongno 5-ga

ShortestShortest Route

Gwanghwamun

Platform 1·underground·Line 5Towards Gwanghwamun

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

Jongno 3-ga

blue interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 5·underground1.45 km

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

interchange Jongno 3-ga — 5 min

Platform 5 · Line 1 ·Platform 1 Towards Seoul Station

+5 min

Jongno 3-ga

orange interchangepurple interchange

Platform 1·underground·Line 1Towards Seoul Station

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

Jongno 5-ga

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.45 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

11 min

Total time

stops

2.9 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Gwanghwamun	05:30	00:00	Towards Gwanghwamun
Jongno 5-ga	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

₩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

0.39 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.18 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~12 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₩1400

Bike

₩28

Auto

₩64

Cab

₩114

Estimates for 2.9 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Line 5

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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 5-ga

underground

Jongno 5-ga, Seoul, South Korea

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water