How long does it take from Wangsimni to Anguk by metro?

The journey from Wangsimni to Anguk takes approximately 21 minutes by Seoul Metropolitan Subway, covering 7.43 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Wangsimni to Anguk?

The token fare from Wangsimni to Anguk 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 Wangsimni for Anguk?

At Wangsimni, board from Platform 3 (underground station). The train runs Towards Gwanghwamun. Look for the electronic board showing "Gwanghwamun".

What is the last train from Wangsimni to Anguk?

The last train from Wangsimni towards Gwanghwamun departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Anguk back towards Wangsimni departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Wangsimni to Anguk?

There are 5 stops between Wangsimni and Anguk on the Line 5. The stations are: Wangsimni, Singeumho, Dongdaemun History & Culture Park, Euljiro 4-ga, Jongno 3-ga.

Wangsimni To Anguk

ShortestShortest Route

Wangsimni

green interchange

Platform 3·underground·Line 5Towards Gwanghwamun

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

Singeumho

+3.14 min

3.14 min · 1.45 km

Dongdaemun History & Culture Park

green interchangeaqua interchange

+6.29 min

3.15 min · 1.46 km

Euljiro 4-ga

+9.43 min

3.14 min · 1.45 km

Jongno 3-ga

blue interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 5·underground5.82 km

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

interchange Jongno 3-ga — 5 min

Platform 5 · 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

Arrive Platform 2·underground1.61 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

21 min

Total time

stops

7.43 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Wangsimni	05:30	00:00	Towards Gwanghwamun
Anguk	05:00	23:00	Towards Wangsimni

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

1.00 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.46 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~30 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₩1400

Bike

₩54

Auto

₩120

Cab

₩214

Estimates for 7.43 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Seoul StationCheongnyangni

Line 5

City HallChungjeongno

Departure station

Wangsimni

underground

Wangsimni, Seoul, South Korea

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Wangsimni main exit· Wangsimni Station♿

Wangsimni south exit· Wangsimni Station♿

Wangsimni east exit· Wangsimni Station♿

Wangsimni west exit· Wangsimni Station♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterCoin lockersConvenience store

Arrival station

Anguk

underground

Anguk, Seoul, South Korea

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water