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

The journey from Sinyongsan to Gwanghwamun takes approximately 33 minutes by Seoul Metropolitan Subway, covering 10.56 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Sinyongsan to Gwanghwamun?

The token fare from Sinyongsan to Gwanghwamun 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 Sinyongsan for Gwanghwamun?

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

What is the last train from Sinyongsan to Gwanghwamun?

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

How many stops from Sinyongsan to Gwanghwamun?

There are 7 stops between Sinyongsan and Gwanghwamun on the Line 4. The stations are: Sinyongsan, Samgakji, Sookmyung Women's University, Seoul Station.

Sinyongsan To Gwanghwamun

ShortestShortest Route

Sinyongsan

Platform 2·underground·Line 4Towards Hyehwa

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

Samgakji

+3.39 min

3.39 min · 1.59 km

Sookmyung Women's University

+6.8 min

3.41 min · 1.6 km

Seoul Station

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground4.78 km

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

interchange Seoul Station — 5 min

Platform 3 · Line 1 ·Platform 1 Towards Seoul Station

+5 min

Seoul Station

aqua interchange

Platform 1·underground·Line 1Towards Seoul Station

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

City Hall

green interchange

+3.12 min

3.12 min · 1.44 km

Jonggak

+6.26 min

3.14 min · 1.45 km

Jongno 3-ga

orange interchangepurple interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground4.33 km

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

interchange Jongno 3-ga — 5 min

Platform 1 · 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

Gwanghwamun

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.45 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

33 min

Total time

stops

10.56 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Sinyongsan	05:00	23:00	Towards Hyehwa
Gwanghwamun	05:30	00:00	Towards Sinyongsan

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

1.43 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.65 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~42 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₩1500

Bike

₩74

Auto

₩156

Cab

₩282

Estimates for 10.56 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Seoul StationCheongnyangni

Line 4

City HallChungjeongno

Departure station

Sinyongsan

underground

Sinyongsan, Seoul, South Korea

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival 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