How long does it take from Gyeongbokgung to Cheongnyangni by metro?

The journey from Gyeongbokgung to Cheongnyangni takes approximately 31 minutes by Seoul Metropolitan Subway, covering 11.9 km across 8 stops.

What is the metro fare from Gyeongbokgung to Cheongnyangni?

The token fare from Gyeongbokgung to Cheongnyangni 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 Gyeongbokgung for Cheongnyangni?

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

What is the last train from Gyeongbokgung to Cheongnyangni?

The last train from Gyeongbokgung towards Gyeongbokgung departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Cheongnyangni back towards Gyeongbokgung departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Gyeongbokgung to Cheongnyangni?

There are 8 stops between Gyeongbokgung and Cheongnyangni on the Line 3. The stations are: Gyeongbokgung, Anguk, Jongno 3-ga.

Gyeongbokgung To Cheongnyangni

ShortestShortest Route

Gyeongbokgung

Platform 1·underground·Line 3Towards Gyeongbokgung

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

Anguk

+3.45 min

3.45 min · 1.62 km

Jongno 3-ga

blue interchangepurple interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground3.23 km

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

interchange Jongno 3-ga — 5 min

Platform 3 · 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

+3.14 min

3.14 min · 1.45 km

Dongdaemun

aqua interchange

+6.26 min

3.12 min · 1.44 km

Sinseol-dong

+12.52 min

3.12 min · 1.44 km

Jegidong

+15.66 min

3.14 min · 1.45 km

Cheongnyangni

Arrive Platform 1·underground8.67 km

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

Route on the map

8stops1changes

FromTo

Journey at a glance

31 min

Total time

stops

11.9 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Gyeongbokgung	05:30	00:00	Towards Gyeongbokgung
Cheongnyangni	05:30	00:00	Towards Gyeongbokgung

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

1.61 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.74 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~48 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₩1500

Bike

₩82

Auto

₩172

Cab

₩312

Estimates for 11.9 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Seoul StationCheongnyangni

Line 3

City HallChungjeongno

Departure station

Gyeongbokgung

underground

Gyeongbokgung, Seoul, South Korea

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Gyeongbokgung main exit· Gyeongbokgung Palace♿

Gyeongbokgung south exit· Gyeongbokgung Palace♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Cheongnyangni

underground

Cheongnyangni, Seoul, South Korea

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Cheongnyangni main exit· Cheongnyangni Station♿

Cheongnyangni south exit· Cheongnyangni Station♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water