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

The journey from Sillim to Dongdaemun takes approximately 54 minutes by Seoul Metropolitan Subway, covering 24.56 km across 9 stops.

What is the metro fare from Sillim to Dongdaemun?

The token fare from Sillim to Dongdaemun is ₩1700. With a smart card the fare is ₩1600 (save ₩100). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₩1600.

Which platform at Sillim for Dongdaemun?

At Sillim, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards City Hall. Look for the electronic board showing "City Hall".

What is the last train from Sillim to Dongdaemun?

The last train from Sillim towards City Hall departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Dongdaemun back towards Sillim departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Sillim to Dongdaemun?

There are 9 stops between Sillim and Dongdaemun on the Line 2. The stations are: Sillim, Sadang, Seocho, Gangnam, Jamsil, Konkuk University, Wangsimni, Sindang, Dongdaemun History & Culture Park.

Sillim To Dongdaemun

ShortestShortest Route

Sillim

Platform 2·underground·Line 2Towards City Hall

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

Sadang

aqua interchange

+5.72 min

5.72 min · 2.87 km

Seocho

+11.44 min

5.72 min · 2.87 km

Wangsimni

purple interchange

+34.34 min

5.72 min · 2.87 km

Sindang

+40.06 min

5.72 min · 2.87 km

Dongdaemun History & Culture Park

aqua interchangepurple interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground22.97 km

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

interchange Dongdaemun History & Culture Park — 5 min

Platform 1 · Line 4 ·Platform 3 Towards Hyehwa

+5 min

Dongdaemun History & Culture Park

green interchangepurple interchange

Platform 3·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

54 min

Total time

stops

24.56 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Sillim	05:00	23:00	Towards City Hall
Dongdaemun	05:30	00:00	Towards Sillim

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

₩1700

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₩1600

Save ₩100 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₩1600

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

3.32 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.52 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~98 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₩1700

Bike

₩158

Auto

₩324

Cab

₩590

Estimates for 24.56 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Seoul StationCheongnyangni

Line 2

City HallChungjeongno

Departure station

Sillim

underground

Sillim, Seoul, South Korea

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

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