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

The journey from Hyehwa to Gangnam takes approximately 40 minutes by Seoul Metropolitan Subway, covering 17.54 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Hyehwa to Gangnam?

The token fare from Hyehwa to Gangnam is ₩1600. With a smart card the fare is ₩1500 (save ₩100). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₩1500.

Which platform at Hyehwa for Gangnam?

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 Gangnam?

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

How many stops from Hyehwa to Gangnam?

There are 7 stops between Hyehwa and Gangnam on the Line 4. The stations are: Hyehwa, Dongdaemun, Dongdaemun History & Culture Park.

Hyehwa To Gangnam

ShortestShortest Route

Hyehwa

Platform 1·underground·Line 4Towards Hyehwa

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

Dongdaemun

blue interchange

+3.39 min

3.39 min · 1.59 km

Dongdaemun History & Culture Park

green interchangepurple interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground3.18 km

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

interchange Dongdaemun History & Culture Park — 5 min

Platform 3 · Line 2 ·Platform 1 Towards City Hall

+5 min

Dongdaemun History & Culture Park

aqua interchangepurple interchange

Platform 1·underground·Line 2Towards City Hall

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

Sindang

+5.72 min

5.72 min · 2.87 km

Wangsimni

purple interchange

+11.44 min

5.72 min · 2.87 km

Konkuk University

+17.16 min

5.72 min · 2.87 km

Jamsil

+22.88 min

5.72 min · 2.87 km

Gangnam

Arrive Platform 1·underground14.36 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

40 min

Total time

stops

17.54 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

₩1600

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₩1500

Save ₩100 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₩1500

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

2.37 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.09 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~70 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₩1600

Bike

₩116

Auto

₩240

Cab

₩436

Estimates for 17.54 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Seoul StationCheongnyangni

Line 4

City HallChungjeongno

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

Gangnam

underground

Gangnam, Seoul, South Korea

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water