How long does it take from Jegidong to Gangdong by metro?

The journey from Jegidong to Gangdong takes approximately 48 minutes by Seoul Metropolitan Subway, covering 17.57 km across 12 stops.

What is the metro fare from Jegidong to Gangdong?

The token fare from Jegidong to Gangdong 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 Jegidong for Gangdong?

At Jegidong, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Seoul Station. Look for the electronic board showing "Seoul Station".

What is the last train from Jegidong to Gangdong?

The last train from Jegidong towards Seoul Station departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Gangdong back towards Jegidong departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Jegidong to Gangdong?

There are 12 stops between Jegidong and Gangdong on the Line 1. The stations are: Jegidong, Sinseol-dong, Dongmyo, Dongdaemun.

Jegidong To Gangdong

ShortestShortest Route

Jegidong

Platform 2·underground·Line 1Towards Seoul Station

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Sinseol-dong

+3.14 min

3.14 min · 1.45 km

Dongmyo

+6.26 min

3.12 min · 1.44 km

Dongdaemun

aqua interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground4.34 km

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

interchange Dongdaemun — 5 min

Platform 1 · Line 4 ·Platform 3 Towards Hyehwa

+5 min

Dongdaemun

blue interchange

Platform 3·underground·Line 4Towards Hyehwa

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

Dongdaemun History & Culture Park

green interchangepurple interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground1.59 km

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

interchange Dongdaemun History & Culture Park — 5 min

Platform 3 · Line 5 ·Platform 5 Towards Gwanghwamun

+5 min

Dongdaemun History & Culture Park

green interchangeaqua interchange

Platform 5·underground·Line 5Towards Gwanghwamun

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

Singeumho

+3.15 min

3.15 min · 1.46 km

Wangsimni

green interchange

+6.29 min

3.14 min · 1.45 km

Gunja

+18.87 min

3.14 min · 1.45 km

Cheonho

+22.02 min

3.15 min · 1.46 km

Gangdong

Arrive Platform 1·underground11.64 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

48 min

Total time

stops

17.57 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Jegidong	05:00	23:00	Towards Seoul Station
Gangdong	05:30	00:00	Towards Jegidong

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 17.57 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Seoul StationCheongnyangni

Line 1

City HallChungjeongno

Departure station

Jegidong

underground

Jegidong, Seoul, South Korea

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Gangdong

underground

Gangdong, Seoul, South Korea

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Gangdong main exit· Gangdong area♿

Gangdong south exit· Gangdong area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water