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

The journey from Jamsil to Dongdaemun takes approximately 31 minutes by Seoul Metropolitan Subway, covering 13.07 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Jamsil to Dongdaemun?

The token fare from Jamsil 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 Jamsil for Dongdaemun?

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

What is the last train from Jamsil to Dongdaemun?

The last train from Jamsil towards City Hall departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Dongdaemun back towards Jamsil departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Jamsil to Dongdaemun?

There are 5 stops between Jamsil and Dongdaemun on the Line 2. The stations are: Jamsil, Konkuk University, Wangsimni, Sindang, Dongdaemun History & Culture Park.

Jamsil To Dongdaemun

ShortestShortest Route

Jamsil

Platform 2·underground·Line 2Towards City Hall

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

Konkuk University

+5.72 min

5.72 min · 2.87 km

Wangsimni

purple interchange

+11.44 min

5.72 min · 2.87 km

Sindang

+17.16 min

5.72 min · 2.87 km

Dongdaemun History & Culture Park

aqua interchangepurple interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground11.48 km

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

interchange Dongdaemun History & Culture Park — 5 min

Platform 1 · Line 4 ·Platform 3 Towards Hyehwa

+5 min

Dongdaemun History & Culture Park

green interchangepurple interchange

Platform 3·underground·Line 4Towards Hyehwa

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

Dongdaemun

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground1.59 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

31 min

Total time

stops

13.07 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Jamsil	05:00	23:00	Towards City Hall
Dongdaemun	05:30	00:00	Towards Jamsil

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

1.76 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.81 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~52 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₩1500

Bike

₩88

Auto

₩186

Cab

₩338

Estimates for 13.07 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Seoul StationCheongnyangni

Line 2

City HallChungjeongno

Departure station

Jamsil

underground

Jamsil, 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