What is the cheapest way to get from Seoul Station to Gwanghwamun Square?

The cheapest way to get from Seoul Station to Gwanghwamun Square is to line 1 subway which costs ₩1,400 - ₩2,000 and takes 13 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Seoul Station to Gwanghwamun Square?

The fastest way to get from Seoul Station to Gwanghwamun Square is to taxi which takes 3 min and costs ₩7,500 - ₩9,500.

Is there a direct train between Seoul Station and Gwanghwamun Square?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Seoul Station station and arriving at Jonggak Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4 min.

How far is it from Seoul Station to Gwanghwamun Square?

The distance between Seoul Station and Gwanghwamun Square is 5 km.

How do I travel from Seoul Station to Gwanghwamun Square without a car?

The best way to get from Seoul Station to Gwanghwamun Square without a car is to line 1 subway and line 5 subway which takes 12 min and costs ₩2,800 - ₩4,000.

How long does it take to get from Seoul Station to Gwanghwamun Square?

It takes approximately 12 min to get from Seoul Station to Gwanghwamun Square, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Seoul Station to Gwanghwamun Square train from?

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

Where does the Seoul Station to Gwanghwamun Square train arrive?

Seoul Station to Gwanghwamun Square train services, operated by Seoul Metro, arrive at Jongno 3-ga Station.

Where can I stay near Gwanghwamun Square?

There are 5304+ hotels available in Gwanghwamun Square.

Seoul Station to Gwanghwamun Square - 4 ways to travel via line 1 subway

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There are 4 ways to get from Seoul Station to Gwanghwamun Square by subway, taxi, or foot

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Line 1 subway, line 5 subway
best
1. Take the subway from Seoul Station to Jongno 3-ga Stationsubway 1
2. Take the subway from Jongno 3-ga Station to Gwanghwamun Stationsubway 5
12 min
₩2,851–3,966
Line 1 subway
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Seoul Station to Jonggak Stationsubway 1
13 min
₩1,400–2,000
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Seoul Station to Gwanghwamun Squaretaxi 2.9 km
3 min
₩7,500–9,500
Walk
1. Take the walk from Seoul Station to Gwanghwamun Squarewalk 2.2 km
26 min

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Distance: 5 km
Duration: 12 min

What companies run services between Seoul Station, South Korea and Gwanghwamun Square, South Korea?

You can take a subway from Seoul Station to Gwanghwamun Square via Jongno 3-ga Station and Gwanghwamun Station in around 12 min.

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