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

The journey from Hyehwa to Gyeongbokgung takes approximately 27 minutes by Seoul Metropolitan Subway, covering 7.71 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Hyehwa to Gyeongbokgung?

The token fare from Hyehwa to Gyeongbokgung 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 Gyeongbokgung?

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 Gyeongbokgung?

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

How many stops from Hyehwa to Gyeongbokgung?

There are 5 stops between Hyehwa and Gyeongbokgung on the Line 4. The stations are: Hyehwa, Dongdaemun.

Hyehwa To Gyeongbokgung

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

interchange Dongdaemun — 5 min

Platform 3 · Line 1 ·Platform 1 Towards Seoul Station

+5 min

Dongdaemun

aqua interchange

Platform 1·underground·Line 1Towards Seoul Station

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

Jongno 5-ga

+3.12 min

3.12 min · 1.44 km

Jongno 3-ga

orange interchangepurple interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.89 km

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

interchange Jongno 3-ga — 5 min

Platform 1 · Line 3 ·Platform 3 Towards Gyeongbokgung

+5 min

Jongno 3-ga

blue interchangepurple interchange

Platform 3·underground·Line 3Towards Gyeongbokgung

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

Anguk

+3.43 min

3.43 min · 1.61 km

Gyeongbokgung

Arrive Platform 1·underground3.23 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

27 min

Total time

stops

7.71 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

1.04 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.48 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~31 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₩1400

Bike

₩56

Auto

₩122

Cab

₩220

Estimates for 7.71 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

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