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

The journey from Gyeongbokgung to Chungjeongno takes approximately 100 minutes by Seoul Metropolitan Subway, covering 44.88 km across 17 stops.

What is the metro fare from Gyeongbokgung to Chungjeongno?

The token fare from Gyeongbokgung to Chungjeongno is ₩1800. With a smart card the fare is ₩1700 (save ₩100). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₩1700.

Which platform at Gyeongbokgung for Chungjeongno?

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 Chungjeongno?

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

How many stops from Gyeongbokgung to Chungjeongno?

There are 17 stops between Gyeongbokgung and Chungjeongno on the Line 3. The stations are: Gyeongbokgung, Anguk, Jongno 3-ga.

Gyeongbokgung To Chungjeongno

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

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

Sinchon

+68.66 min

5.72 min · 2.87 km

Ewha Womans University

+74.38 min

5.72 min · 2.87 km

Chungjeongno

Arrive Platform 1·underground40.19 km

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

Route on the map

17stops2changes

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Journey at a glance

100 min

Total time

stops

44.88 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

₩1800

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₩1700

Save ₩100 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₩1700

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

6.06 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

2.78 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~180 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₩1800

Bike

₩280

Auto

₩568

Cab

₩1038

Estimates for 44.88 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

Chungjeongno

underground

Chungjeongno, Seoul, South Korea

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Chungjeongno main exit· Chungjeongno area♿

Chungjeongno south exit· Chungjeongno area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water