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

The journey from Gwanghwamun to Wangsimni takes approximately 16 minutes by Seoul Metropolitan Subway, covering 7.27 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Gwanghwamun to Wangsimni?

The token fare from Gwanghwamun to Wangsimni is ₩1400. With a smart card the fare is ₩1300 (save ₩100). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₩1300.

Which platform at Gwanghwamun for Wangsimni?

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 Wangsimni?

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

How many stops from Gwanghwamun to Wangsimni?

There are 5 stops between Gwanghwamun and Wangsimni on the Line 5. The stations are: Gwanghwamun, Jongno 3-ga, Euljiro 4-ga, Dongdaemun History & Culture Park, Singeumho, Wangsimni.

Gwanghwamun To Wangsimni

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

+6.29 min

3.15 min · 1.46 km

Dongdaemun History & Culture Park

green interchangeaqua interchange

+9.43 min

3.14 min · 1.45 km

Singeumho

+12.58 min

3.15 min · 1.46 km

Wangsimni

green interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground7.27 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

16 min

Total time

stops

7.27 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

₩1400

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₩1300

Save ₩100 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₩1300

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

0.98 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.45 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~29 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₩1400

Bike

₩54

Auto

₩118

Cab

₩210

Estimates for 7.27 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Seoul StationCheongnyangni

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

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