What is the cheapest way to get from Gyeongbokgung to Itaewon?

The cheapest way to get from Gyeongbokgung to Itaewon is to line 5 subway and line 6 subway which costs ₩2,800 - ₩4,000 and takes 30 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Gyeongbokgung to Itaewon?

The fastest way to get from Gyeongbokgung to Itaewon is to taxi which takes 6 min and costs ₩11,000 - ₩13,000.

Is there a direct train between Gyeongbokgung and Itaewon?

No, there is no direct train from Gyeongbokgung station to Itaewon station. However, there are services departing from Gwanghwamun Station and arriving at Itaewon Station via Cheonggu Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Gyeongbokgung to Itaewon?

The distance between Gyeongbokgung and Itaewon is 9 km.

How do I travel from Gyeongbokgung to Itaewon without a car?

The best way to get from Gyeongbokgung to Itaewon without a car is to line 5 subway and line 6 subway which takes 30 min and costs ₩2,800 - ₩4,000.

How long does it take to get from Gyeongbokgung to Itaewon?

It takes approximately 30 min to get from Gyeongbokgung to Itaewon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gyeongbokgung to Itaewon train from?

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

Where does the Gyeongbokgung to Itaewon train arrive?

Gyeongbokgung to Itaewon train services, operated by Seoul Metro, arrive at Cheonggu Station.

Where can I stay near Itaewon?

There are 5285+ hotels available in Itaewon.

Gyeongbokgung to Itaewon - 4 ways to travel via line 5 subway

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

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Line 5 subway, line 6 subway
best
1. Take the subway from Gwanghwamun Station to Cheonggu Stationsubway 5
2. Take the subway from Cheonggu Station to Itaewon Stationsubway 6
30 min
₩2,865–3,985
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gyeongbokgung to Itaewontaxi 6.5 km
6 min
₩11,000–13,000
Walk
1. Take the foot from Gyeongbokgung to Itaewonwalk 6.5 km
1h 18m
Subway, line 6 subway
1. Take the subway from Gyeongbokgung Station to Yaksu Stationsubway 3-Orange
2. Take the subway from Yaksu Station to Itaewon Stationsubway 6
31 min
₩2,874–3,997

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Distance: 9.2 km
Duration: 30 min

What companies run services between Gyeongbokgung, South Korea and Itaewon, South Korea?

You can take a vehicle from Gyeongbokgung to Itaewon Station via Gwanghwamun Station and Cheonggu Station in around 30 min.

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