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

The journey from Dongjak to Jonggak takes approximately 28 minutes by Seoul Metropolitan Subway, covering 10.85 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Dongjak to Jonggak?

The token fare from Dongjak to Jonggak 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 Jonggak?

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 Jonggak?

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

How many stops from Dongjak to Jonggak?

There are 7 stops between Dongjak and Jonggak on the Line 4. The stations are: Dongjak, Ichon, Sinyongsan, Samgakji, Sookmyung Women's University, Seoul Station.

Dongjak To Jonggak

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

Samgakji

+10.17 min

3.39 min · 1.59 km

Sookmyung Women's University

+13.58 min

3.41 min · 1.6 km

Seoul Station

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground7.96 km

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

interchange Seoul Station — 5 min

Platform 3 · Line 1 ·Platform 1 Towards Seoul Station

+5 min

Seoul Station

aqua interchange

Platform 1·underground·Line 1Towards Seoul Station

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

City Hall

green interchange

+3.12 min

3.12 min · 1.44 km

Jonggak

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.89 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

28 min

Total time

stops

10.85 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

1.46 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.67 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~43 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₩1500

Bike

₩76

Auto

₩160

Cab

₩288

Estimates for 10.85 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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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

Jonggak

underground

Jonggak, Seoul, South Korea

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water