How long does it take from Gwanghwamun to Sadang by metro?

The journey from Gwanghwamun to Sadang takes approximately 57 minutes by Seoul Metropolitan Subway, covering 25.88 km across 10 stops.

What is the metro fare from Gwanghwamun to Sadang?

The token fare from Gwanghwamun to Sadang is ₩1800. With a smart card the fare is ₩1700 (save ₩100). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₩1700.

Which platform at Gwanghwamun for Sadang?

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

What is the last train from Gwanghwamun to Sadang?

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

How many stops from Gwanghwamun to Sadang?

There are 10 stops between Gwanghwamun and Sadang on the Line 5. The stations are: Gwanghwamun, Jongno 3-ga, Euljiro 4-ga.

Gwanghwamun To Sadang

ShortestShortest Route

Gwanghwamun

Platform 1·underground·Line 5Towards Gwanghwamun

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

Jongno 3-ga

blue interchangeorange interchange

+3.14 min

3.14 min · 1.45 km

Euljiro 4-ga

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.91 km

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

interchange Euljiro 4-ga — 5 min

Platform 1 · Line 2 ·Platform 1 Towards Chungjeongno

+5 min

Euljiro 4-ga

Platform 1·underground·Line 2Towards Chungjeongno

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

Dongdaemun History & Culture Park

aqua interchangepurple interchange

+5.72 min

5.72 min · 2.87 km

Sindang

+11.44 min

5.72 min · 2.87 km

Gangnam

+34.34 min

5.74 min · 2.88 km

Seocho

+40.06 min

5.72 min · 2.87 km

Sadang

aqua interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground22.97 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

57 min

Total time

stops

25.88 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Gwanghwamun	05:30	00:00	Towards Gwanghwamun
Sadang	05:30	00:00	Towards Gwanghwamun

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

₩1800

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₩1700

Save ₩100 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₩1700

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

3.49 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.60 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~104 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₩1800

Bike

₩166

Auto

₩340

Cab

₩620

Estimates for 25.88 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Line 5

City HallChungjeongno

Departure station

Gwanghwamun

underground

Gwanghwamun, Seoul, South Korea

Weekdays: 05:30 – 00:00(Sundays from 05:30)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Gwanghwamun main exit· Gwanghwamun Square, Gyeongbokgung♿

Gwanghwamun south exit· Gwanghwamun Square, Gyeongbokgung♿

Tap in and out with a T-money card for the easiest, fare-correct journey.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Sadang

underground

Sadang, Seoul, South Korea

Weekdays: 05:30 – 00:00(Sundays from 05:30)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Sadang main exit· Sadang♿

Sadang south exit· Sadang♿

Sadang east exit· Sadang♿

Sadang west exit· Sadang♿

Tap in and out with a T-money card for the easiest, fare-correct journey.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterCoin lockersConvenience store