What is the cheapest way to get from Dongdaemun-gu to Gyeongbokgung?

The cheapest way to get from Dongdaemun-gu to Gyeongbokgung is to line 1 subway which costs ₩1,400 - ₩2,100 and takes 34 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Dongdaemun-gu to Gyeongbokgung?

The fastest way to get from Dongdaemun-gu to Gyeongbokgung is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs ₩12,000 - ₩15,000.

Is there a direct bus between Dongdaemun-gu and Gyeongbokgung?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gireum New Town and arriving at Changdeokgung. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7 min.

Is there a direct train between Dongdaemun-gu and Gyeongbokgung?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cheongnyangni Station station and arriving at Jonggak Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

How far is it from Dongdaemun-gu to Gyeongbokgung?

The distance between Dongdaemun-gu and Gyeongbokgung is 7 km.

How do I travel from Dongdaemun-gu to Gyeongbokgung without a car?

The best way to get from Dongdaemun-gu to Gyeongbokgung without a car is to bus which takes 26 min and costs ₩16,000 - ₩17,000.

How long does it take to get from Dongdaemun-gu to Gyeongbokgung?

The bus from Gireum New Town to Changdeokgung takes 7 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Dongdaemun-gu to Gyeongbokgung bus from?

Dongdaemun-gu to Gyeongbokgung bus services, operated by Airport Limousine, depart from Gireum New Town station.

Where do I catch the Dongdaemun-gu to Gyeongbokgung train from?

Dongdaemun-gu to Gyeongbokgung train services, operated by Seoul Metro, depart from Cheongnyangni Station.

Where does the Dongdaemun-gu to Gyeongbokgung bus arrive?

Dongdaemun-gu to Gyeongbokgung bus services, operated by Airport Limousine, arrive at Changdeokgung station.

Where does the Dongdaemun-gu to Gyeongbokgung train arrive?

Dongdaemun-gu to Gyeongbokgung train services, operated by Seoul Metro, arrive at Jongno 3-ga Station.

Where can I stay near Gyeongbokgung?

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Dongdaemun-gu to Gyeongbokgung - 5 ways to travel via bus, and line 1 subway

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There are 5 ways to get from Dongdaemun-gu to Gyeongbokgung by bus, subway, taxi, or foot

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Gireum New Town to Changdeokgungbus 6011 Wolgye
26 min
₩16,000–17,000
Line 1 subway
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Cheongnyangni Station to Jonggak Stationsubway 1
34 min
₩1,400–2,100
Line 1 subway, subway
1. Take the subway from Cheongnyangni Station to Jongno 3-ga Stationsubway 1
2. Take the subway from Jongno 3-ga Station to Gyeongbokgung Stationsubway 3-Orange
30 min
₩2,874–3,997
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dongdaemun-gu to Gyeongbokgungtaxi 7.8 km
9 min
₩12,000–15,000
Walk
1. Take the walk from Dongdaemun-gu to Gyeongbokgungwalk 8.7 km
1h 43m

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Distance: 6.6 km
Duration: 26 min

What companies run services between Dongdaemun-gu, South Korea and Gyeongbokgung, South Korea?

Airport Limousine operates a bus from Gireum New Town to Changdeokgung every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ₩16,000–17,000 and the journey takes 7 min. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Cheongnyangni Station to Gyeongbokgung via Jongno 3-ga Station and Gyeongbokgung Station in around 30 min.

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