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

The journey from Wangsimni to Gwanghwamun takes approximately 16 minutes by Seoul Metropolitan Subway, covering 7.27 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Wangsimni to Gwanghwamun?

The token fare from Wangsimni to Gwanghwamun 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 Gwanghwamun?

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 Gwanghwamun?

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

How many stops from Wangsimni to Gwanghwamun?

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

Wangsimni Hasta Gwanghwamun

ShortestShortest Route

Wangsimni

green transbordo

Andén 3·underground·Line 5Hacia Gwanghwamun

Primer tren: 05:30Último tren: 00:00Doors open: right

Singeumho

+3.14 min

3.14 min · 1.45 km

Dongdaemun History & Culture Park

green transbordoaqua transbordo

+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 transbordoorange transbordo

+12.58 min

3.15 min · 1.46 km

Gwanghwamun

Arrive Platform 1·underground7.27 km

Primer tren: 05:30Último tren: 00:00

Route on the map

5paradas1transbordos

DesdeHasta

Viaje de un vistazo

16 min

Total time

paradas

7.27 km

Distance

Interchanges

Primer y último tren

Station	Primer tren	Último tren	Direction
Wangsimni	05:30	00:00	Hacia Gwanghwamun
Gwanghwamun	05:30	00:00	Hacia Wangsimni

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Tarifas y tarjeta

Token fare

₩1400

Buy at counter or TVM

Tarjeta inteligente

₩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

Viaje ecológico

0.98 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.45 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~29 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Comparación de costos

Metro

₩1400

Bike

₩54

Auto

₩118

Cab

₩210

Estimates for 7.27 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Preguntas frecuentes

Rutas populares

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.

Servicios

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterCoin lockersConvenience store

Arrival station

Gwanghwamun

underground

Gwanghwamun, Seoul, South Korea

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Gwanghwamun main exit· Gwanghwamun Square, Gyeongbokgung♿

Gwanghwamun south exit· Gwanghwamun Square, Gyeongbokgung♿

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

Servicios

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water