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

The journey from Gangdong to Gyeongbokgung takes approximately 43 minutes by Seoul Metropolitan Subway, covering 17.78 km across 12 stops.

What is the metro fare from Gangdong to Gyeongbokgung?

The token fare from Gangdong to Gyeongbokgung 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 Gangdong for Gyeongbokgung?

At Gangdong, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards Gwanghwamun. Look for the electronic board showing "Gwanghwamun".

What is the last train from Gangdong to Gyeongbokgung?

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

How many stops from Gangdong to Gyeongbokgung?

There are 12 stops between Gangdong and Gyeongbokgung on the Line 5. The stations are: Gangdong, Cheonho, Gunja, Janghanpyeong, Dapsimni, Majang, Wangsimni, Singeumho, Dongdaemun History & Culture Park, Euljiro 4-ga, Jongno 3-ga.

Gangdong 도착 Gyeongbokgung

ShortestShortest Route

Gangdong

승강장 1·underground·Line 5방면 Gwanghwamun

첫차: 05:30막차: 00:00Doors open: right

Cheonho

+3.14 분

3.14 분 · 1.45 km

Gunja

+6.29 분

3.15 분 · 1.46 km

Dongdaemun History & Culture Park

green 환승aqua 환승

+25.16 분

3.15 분 · 1.46 km

Euljiro 4-ga

+28.3 분

3.14 분 · 1.45 km

Jongno 3-ga

blue 환승orange 환승

Arrive Platform 5·underground14.55 km

첫차: 05:30막차: 00:00

환승역 Jongno 3-ga — 5 분

승강장 5 · Line 3 ·승강장 3 방면 Gyeongbokgung

+5 분

Jongno 3-ga

blue 환승purple 환승

승강장 3·underground·Line 3방면 Gyeongbokgung

첫차: 05:30막차: 00:00Doors open: right

Anguk

+3.43 분

3.43 분 · 1.61 km

Gyeongbokgung

Arrive Platform 1·underground3.23 km

첫차: 05:30막차: 00:00

Route on the map

12정거장2환승

출발도착

여정 한눈에

43 분

Total time

정거장

17.78 km

Distance

Interchanges

첫차·막차

Station	첫차	막차	Direction
Gangdong	05:30	00:00	방면 Gwanghwamun
Gyeongbokgung	05:30	00:00	방면 Gangdong

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

요금 및 교통카드

Token fare

₩1600

Buy at counter or TVM

교통카드

₩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

친환경 이동

2.40 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.10 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~71 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

비용 비교

Metro

₩1600

Bike

₩116

Auto

₩244

Cab

₩442

Estimates for 17.78 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.