How long does it take from Hyehwa to Dongdaemun by metro?

The journey from Hyehwa to Dongdaemun takes approximately 3 minutes by Seoul Metropolitan Subway, covering 1.59 km across 1 stop.

What is the metro fare from Hyehwa to Dongdaemun?

The token fare from Hyehwa to Dongdaemun 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 Hyehwa for Dongdaemun?

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

What is the last train from Hyehwa to Dongdaemun?

The last train from Hyehwa towards Hyehwa departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Dongdaemun back towards Hyehwa departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Hyehwa to Dongdaemun?

There are 1 stop between Hyehwa and Dongdaemun on the Line 4. The stations are: Hyehwa, Dongdaemun.

Hyehwa To Dongdaemun

ShortestShortest Route

Hyehwa

Platform 1·underground·Line 4Towards Hyehwa

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

Dongdaemun

blue 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

3 min

Total time

stops

1.59 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Hyehwa	05:30	00:00	Towards Hyehwa
Dongdaemun	05:30	00:00	Towards Hyehwa

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

0.21 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.10 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

₩20

Auto

₩50

Cab

₩84

Estimates for 1.59 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Line 4

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Departure station

Hyehwa

underground

Hyehwa, Seoul, South Korea

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Hyehwa main exit· Daehangno theatre district♿

Hyehwa south exit· Daehangno theatre district♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Dongdaemun

underground

Dongdaemun, Seoul, South Korea

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Dongdaemun main exit· Dongdaemun Gate♿

Dongdaemun south exit· Dongdaemun Gate♿

Dongdaemun east exit· Dongdaemun Gate♿

Dongdaemun west exit· Dongdaemun Gate♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterCoin lockersConvenience store