How long does it take from Sinseol-dong to Dongdaemun by metro?

The journey from Sinseol-dong to Dongdaemun takes approximately 6 minutes by Seoul Metropolitan Subway, covering 2.89 km across 2 stops.

What is the metro fare from Sinseol-dong to Dongdaemun?

The token fare from Sinseol-dong to Dongdaemun 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 Sinseol-dong for Dongdaemun?

At Sinseol-dong, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Seoul Station. Look for the electronic board showing "Seoul Station".

What is the last train from Sinseol-dong to Dongdaemun?

The last train from Sinseol-dong towards Seoul Station departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Dongdaemun back towards Sinseol-dong departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Sinseol-dong to Dongdaemun?

There are 2 stops between Sinseol-dong and Dongdaemun on the Line 1. The stations are: Sinseol-dong, Dongmyo, Dongdaemun.

Sinseol-dong To Dongdaemun

ShortestShortest Route

Sinseol-dong

Platform 2·underground·Line 1Towards Seoul Station

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

Dongmyo

+3.12 min

3.12 min · 1.44 km

Dongdaemun

aqua interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.89 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

6 min

Total time

stops

2.89 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Sinseol-dong	05:00	23:00	Towards Seoul Station
Dongdaemun	05:30	00:00	Towards Sinseol-dong

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

0.39 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.18 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~12 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₩1400

Bike

₩28

Auto

₩64

Cab

₩114

Estimates for 2.89 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Seoul StationCheongnyangni

Line 1

City HallChungjeongno

Departure station

Sinseol-dong

underground

Sinseol-dong, 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