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

The journey from Gyeongbokgung to Wangsimni takes approximately 25 minutes by Seoul Metropolitan Subway, covering 9.05 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Gyeongbokgung to Wangsimni?

The token fare from Gyeongbokgung 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 Gyeongbokgung for Wangsimni?

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

What is the last train from Gyeongbokgung to Wangsimni?

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

How many stops from Gyeongbokgung to Wangsimni?

There are 6 stops between Gyeongbokgung and Wangsimni on the Line 3. The stations are: Gyeongbokgung, Anguk, Jongno 3-ga.

Gyeongbokgung To Wangsimni

ShortestShortest Route

Gyeongbokgung

Platform 1·underground·Line 3Towards Gyeongbokgung

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

Anguk

+3.45 min

3.45 min · 1.62 km

Jongno 3-ga

blue interchangepurple interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground3.23 km

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

interchange Jongno 3-ga — 5 min

Platform 3 · Line 5 ·Platform 5 Towards Gwanghwamun

+5 min

Jongno 3-ga

blue interchangeorange interchange

Platform 5·underground·Line 5Towards Gwanghwamun

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

Euljiro 4-ga

+3.15 min

3.15 min · 1.46 km

Dongdaemun History & Culture Park

green interchangeaqua interchange

+6.29 min

3.14 min · 1.45 km

Singeumho

+9.44 min

3.15 min · 1.46 km

Wangsimni

green interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground5.82 km

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

Route on the map

6stops2changes

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Journey at a glance

25 min

Total time

stops

9.05 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

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

1.22 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.56 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~36 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₩1400

Bike

₩64

Auto

₩138

Cab

₩250

Estimates for 9.05 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Seoul StationCheongnyangni

Line 3

City HallChungjeongno

Departure station

Gyeongbokgung

underground

Gyeongbokgung, Seoul, South Korea

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Gyeongbokgung main exit· Gyeongbokgung Palace♿

Gyeongbokgung south exit· Gyeongbokgung Palace♿

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