What is the cheapest way to get from Dongdaemun Design Plaza to Gyeongbokgung?

The cheapest way to get from Dongdaemun Design Plaza to Gyeongbokgung is to line 5 subway which costs ₩1,400 - ₩2,000 and takes 21 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Dongdaemun Design Plaza to Gyeongbokgung?

The fastest way to get from Dongdaemun Design Plaza to Gyeongbokgung is to taxi which takes 4 min and costs ₩8,500 - ₩11,000.

Is there a direct train between Dongdaemun Design Plaza and Gyeongbokgung?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station station and arriving at Gwanghwamun Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6 min.

How far is it from Dongdaemun Design Plaza to Gyeongbokgung?

The distance between Dongdaemun Design Plaza and Gyeongbokgung is 5 km.

How do I travel from Dongdaemun Design Plaza to Gyeongbokgung without a car?

The best way to get from Dongdaemun Design Plaza to Gyeongbokgung without a car is to line 5 subway which takes 21 min and costs ₩1,400 - ₩2,000.

How long does it take to get from Dongdaemun Design Plaza to Gyeongbokgung?

The line 5 subway from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station to Gwanghwamun Station takes 6 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Dongdaemun Design Plaza to Gyeongbokgung train from?

Dongdaemun Design Plaza to Gyeongbokgung train services, operated by Seoul Metro, depart from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station.

Where does the Dongdaemun Design Plaza to Gyeongbokgung train arrive?

Dongdaemun Design Plaza to Gyeongbokgung train services, operated by Seoul Metro, arrive at Gwanghwamun Station.

Where can I stay near Gyeongbokgung?

There are 5309+ hotels available in Gyeongbokgung.

Dongdaemun Design Plaza to Gyeongbokgung - 4 ways to travel via line 5 subway

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There are 4 ways to get from Dongdaemun Design Plaza to Gyeongbokgung by subway, taxi, or foot

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Line 5 subway
best
1. Take the subway from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station to Gwanghwamun Stationsubway 5
21 min
₩1,400–2,000
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dongdaemun Design Plaza to Gyeongbokgungtaxi 3.7 km
4 min
₩8,500–11,000
Walk
1. Take the walk from Dongdaemun Design Plaza to Gyeongbokgungwalk 4.2 km
50 min
Line 5 subway, subway
1. Take the subway from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station to Jongno 3-ga Stationsubway 5
2. Take the subway from Jongno 3-ga Station to Gyeongbokgung Stationsubway 3-Orange
24 min
₩2,834–3,943

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Distance: 4.9 km
Duration: 21 min

What companies run services between Dongdaemun Design Plaza, South Korea and Gyeongbokgung, South Korea?

Seoul Metro operates a subway from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station to Gwanghwamun Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ₩1,400–2,000 and the journey takes 6 min.

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