What is the cheapest way to get from Gyeongbokgung to Dongdaemun Market?

The cheapest way to get from Gyeongbokgung to Dongdaemun Market is to line 5 subway which costs ₩1,400 - ₩2,000 and takes 23 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Gyeongbokgung to Dongdaemun Market?

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

Is there a direct train between Gyeongbokgung and Dongdaemun Market?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gwanghwamun Station station and arriving at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5 min.

How far is it from Gyeongbokgung to Dongdaemun Market?

The distance between Gyeongbokgung and Dongdaemun Market is 5 km.

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

The best way to get from Gyeongbokgung to Dongdaemun Market without a car is to line 5 subway which takes 23 min and costs ₩1,400 - ₩2,000.

How long does it take to get from Gyeongbokgung to Dongdaemun Market?

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

Where do I catch the Gyeongbokgung to Dongdaemun Market train from?

Gyeongbokgung to Dongdaemun Market train services, operated by Seoul Metro, depart from Gwanghwamun Station.

Where does the Gyeongbokgung to Dongdaemun Market train arrive?

Gyeongbokgung to Dongdaemun Market train services, operated by Seoul Metro, arrive at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station.

Where can I stay near Dongdaemun Market?

There are 5305+ hotels available in Dongdaemun Market.

Gyeongbokgung to Dongdaemun Market - 4 ways to travel via line 5 subway

How to get fromGyeongbokgung to Dongdaemun Market

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

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Line 5 subway
best
1. Take the subway from Gwanghwamun Station to Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Stationsubway 5
23 min
₩1,400–2,000
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gyeongbokgung to Dongdaemun Markettaxi 3.8 km
4 min
₩8,500–11,000
Walk
1. Take the walk from Gyeongbokgung to Dongdaemun Marketwalk 4.1 km
49 min
Subway, line 1 subway
1. Take the subway from Gyeongbokgung Station to Jongno 3-ga Stationsubway 3-Orange
2. Take the subway from Jongno 3-ga Station to Dongdaemun Stationsubway 1
25 min
₩2,836–3,946

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Distance: 5.1 km
Duration: 23 min

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

Seoul Metro operates a subway from Gwanghwamun Station to Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ₩1,400–2,000 and the journey takes 5 min.

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