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

The journey from Dongjak to Dongdaemun takes approximately 27 minutes by Seoul Metropolitan Subway, covering 12.73 km across 8 stops.

What is the metro fare from Dongjak to Dongdaemun?

The token fare from Dongjak to Dongdaemun is ₩1500. With a smart card the fare is ₩1400 (save ₩100). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₩1400.

Which platform at Dongjak for Dongdaemun?

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

What is the last train from Dongjak to Dongdaemun?

The last train from Dongjak towards Hyehwa departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Dongdaemun back towards Dongjak departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Dongjak to Dongdaemun?

There are 8 stops between Dongjak and Dongdaemun on the Line 4. The stations are: Dongjak, Ichon, Sinyongsan, Samgakji, Sookmyung Women's University, Seoul Station, Chungmuro, Dongdaemun History & Culture Park, Dongdaemun.

Dongjak To Dongdaemun

ShortestShortest Route

Dongjak

Platform 2·underground·Line 4Towards Hyehwa

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

Ichon

+3.39 min

3.39 min · 1.59 km

Sinyongsan

+6.78 min

3.39 min · 1.59 km

Chungmuro

orange interchange

+20.36 min

3.39 min · 1.59 km

Dongdaemun History & Culture Park

green interchangepurple interchange

+23.75 min

3.39 min · 1.59 km

Dongdaemun

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground12.73 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

27 min

Total time

stops

12.73 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Dongjak	05:00	23:00	Towards Hyehwa
Dongdaemun	05:30	00:00	Towards Dongjak

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

₩1500

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₩1400

Save ₩100 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₩1400

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

1.72 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.79 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~51 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₩1500

Bike

₩86

Auto

₩182

Cab

₩330

Estimates for 12.73 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Seoul StationCheongnyangni

Line 4

City HallChungjeongno

Departure station

Dongjak

underground

Dongjak, 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