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

The journey from Dongjak to Wangsimni takes approximately 40 minutes by Seoul Metropolitan Subway, covering 17.54 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Dongjak to Wangsimni?

The token fare from Dongjak to Wangsimni 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 Dongjak for Wangsimni?

At Dongjak, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Sadang. Look for the electronic board showing "Sadang".

What is the last train from Dongjak to Wangsimni?

The last train from Dongjak towards Sadang departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Wangsimni back towards Dongjak departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Dongjak to Wangsimni?

There are 7 stops between Dongjak and Wangsimni on the Line 4. The stations are: Dongjak, Isu, Sadang.

Dongjak To Wangsimni

ShortestShortest Route

Dongjak

Platform 1·underground·Line 4Towards Sadang

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

Isu

+3.39 min

3.39 min · 1.59 km

Sadang

green interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground3.18 km

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

interchange Sadang — 5 min

Platform 3 · Line 2 ·Platform 1 Towards City Hall

+5 min

Sadang

aqua interchange

Platform 1·underground·Line 2Towards City Hall

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

Seocho

+5.72 min

5.72 min · 2.87 km

Gangnam

+11.44 min

5.72 min · 2.87 km

Jamsil

+17.18 min

5.74 min · 2.88 km

Konkuk University

+22.9 min

5.72 min · 2.87 km

Wangsimni

purple interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground14.36 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

40 min

Total time

stops

17.54 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Dongjak	05:00	23:00	Towards Sadang
Wangsimni	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

₩1600

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₩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

Travel green

2.37 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.09 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~70 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₩1600

Bike

₩116

Auto

₩240

Cab

₩436

Estimates for 17.54 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

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