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

The journey from Dongjak to Yaksu takes approximately 32 minutes by Seoul Metropolitan Subway, covering 12.78 km across 8 stops.

What is the metro fare from Dongjak to Yaksu?

The token fare from Dongjak to Yaksu 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 Yaksu?

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 Yaksu?

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

How many stops from Dongjak to Yaksu?

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

Dongjak To Yaksu

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

Sookmyung Women's University

+13.58 min

3.41 min · 1.6 km

Seoul Station

blue interchange

+16.97 min

3.39 min · 1.59 km

Chungmuro

orange interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground9.55 km

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

interchange Chungmuro — 5 min

Platform 3 · Line 3 ·Platform 1 Towards Gyeongbokgung

+5 min

Chungmuro

aqua interchange

Platform 1·underground·Line 3Towards Gyeongbokgung

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

Dongguk University

+3.45 min

3.45 min · 1.62 km

Yaksu

Arrive Platform 1·underground3.23 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

32 min

Total time

stops

12.78 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

1.73 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

₩184

Cab

₩332

Estimates for 12.78 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

Yaksu

underground

Yaksu, Seoul, South Korea

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water