How long does it take from Jongno 3-ga to Seocho by metro?

The journey from Jongno 3-ga to Seocho takes approximately 48 minutes by Seoul Metropolitan Subway, covering 21.56 km across 8 stops.

What is the metro fare from Jongno 3-ga to Seocho?

The token fare from Jongno 3-ga to Seocho is ₩1700. With a smart card the fare is ₩1600 (save ₩100). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₩1600.

Which platform at Jongno 3-ga for Seocho?

At Jongno 3-ga, board from Platform 5 (underground station). The train runs Towards Gwanghwamun. Look for the electronic board showing "Gwanghwamun".

What is the last train from Jongno 3-ga to Seocho?

The last train from Jongno 3-ga towards Gwanghwamun departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Seocho back towards Jongno 3-ga departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Jongno 3-ga to Seocho?

There are 8 stops between Jongno 3-ga and Seocho on the Line 5. The stations are: Jongno 3-ga, Euljiro 4-ga.

Jongno 3-ga To Seocho

ShortestShortest Route

Jongno 3-ga

blue interchangeorange interchange

Platform 5·underground·Line 5Towards Gwanghwamun

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

Euljiro 4-ga

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.46 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

Jamsil

+28.6 min

5.72 min · 2.87 km

Gangnam

+34.34 min

5.74 min · 2.88 km

Seocho

Arrive Platform 1·underground20.1 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

48 min

Total time

stops

21.56 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Jongno 3-ga	05:30	00:00	Towards Gwanghwamun
Seocho	05:00	23:00	Towards Jongno 3-ga

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

₩1700

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₩1600

Save ₩100 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₩1600

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

2.91 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.34 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~86 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₩1700

Bike

₩140

Auto

₩288

Cab

₩524

Estimates for 21.56 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Seoul StationCheongnyangni

Line 5

City HallChungjeongno

Departure station

Jongno 3-ga

underground

Jongno 3-ga, Seoul, South Korea

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Jongno 3-ga main exit· Tapgol Park♿

Jongno 3-ga south exit· Tapgol Park♿

Jongno 3-ga east exit· Tapgol Park♿

Jongno 3-ga west exit· Tapgol Park♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterCoin lockersConvenience store

Arrival station

Seocho

underground

Seocho, Seoul, South Korea

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water