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Transportation in Seoul

Transportation in Seoul

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Seoul

City in South Korea

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Gangnam

Transportation Guide

Gangnam is Seoul's most affluent district, known for high-end shopping, dining, and entertainment. It's home to major corporations and trendy nightlife spots.

COEX Mall
One of the largest underground shopping malls in Asia with shops, restaurants, an aquarium, and more.
Subway: Line 2 (Green) - Samseong Station, Exit 5 or 6
Bus: Blue Bus 146, 341, 360 or Green Bus 4419
Travel time from city center: 25-30 minutes
Bongeunsa Temple
A Buddhist temple founded in 794 offering a peaceful retreat from the busy city.
Subway: Line 2 (Green) - Samseong Station, Exit 6
Bus: Blue Bus 143, 146, 301, 362, 401
Travel time from city center: 30 minutes
Garosu-gil
A tree-lined street with boutique shops, cafes, and galleries.
Subway: Line 3 (Orange) - Sinsa Station, Exit 8
Bus: Green Bus 4212, 4312, 4419
Travel time from city center: 20 minutes
Transportation Tips for Gangnam
  • 1
    Gangnam Station is extremely busy during rush hours (7-9 AM, 6-8 PM). Consider traveling outside these times.
  • 2
    For shopping in COEX, take the subway as parking can be expensive and difficult to find.
  • 3
    Taxis are plentiful in Gangnam but may be hard to catch during rush hour or rainy days.
  • 4
    The area around Gangnam Station has excellent street food options in the evenings.

Real-time Transportation Information

Subway Status

Line 1
Normal Service
Line 2
Normal Service
Line 3
Minor Delays
Line 4
Normal Service
Line 5
Normal Service
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Popular Bus Routes

Bus 143
On Schedule
Bus 2413
On Schedule
Bus 6001
10 min delay
Bus 472
On Schedule
Bus 03
On Schedule
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Airport Transportation

Incheon Airport (ICN) to Seoul
  • AREX Express TrainRunning
  • AREX All-Stop TrainRunning
  • Airport Limousine BusRunning
Gimpo Airport (GMP) to Seoul
  • AREX TrainRunning
  • Subway Line 5Running
  • Airport Limousine BusRunning

Tourist Information Centers

Seoul Global Center
+82-2-2075-4180
Seoul Tourist Information (Myeongdong)
+82-2-778-0333
Incheon Airport Tourist Information
+82-32-743-2600
24/7 Tourist Hotline
1330 (press 2 for English)