Seoul Metropolitan Subway Information
How big could a metro network be, to have four companies in charge for its operations? Well, if we look at the Seoul Metropolitan Subway, the answer is 331.5 km. This metro network that serves the people of Seoul has been in operation since 1974. Over the years, the network has transformed into one of the prominent metro networks of the world, known for it’s size and efficiency, as well. It operates on 19 lines and has an annual ridership of more than 2 billion. Despite, its extensive reach already, the Seoul Metropolitan Subway is scheduled to undergo more expansion to make travelling all the more convenient for the people of the city.
Seoul Metropolitan Subway Map
Map of Seoul Metropolitan Subway showing various lines and stations. Click on the map to Enlarge it or download Seoul Metropolitan Subway map in PDF.
Seoul Metropolitan Subway Hours
The trains operate between 05:30-01:00 am, on weekdays. But on weekends, the service is slightly more restricted with trains beginning operations at 05:30 am itself, but running only till 23:00-00:00 pm/am.
For more information on the timings, along with a detailed schedule of the trains, you can visit the official website at: http://dmzap1.seoulmetro.co.kr/station/eng/trainschedule.action?eng=Y&searchValue=&stationId=0226&mainLine=2
Seoul Metropolitan Subway Fares, Tickets and Cards
The Seoul Metropolitan Subway distinguishes the fare that its passengers have to pay on the basis of three separate categories. Adults, youths (13-19) and children (6-12). For payment via the traffic card, a single journey ticket upto a distance of 10 km, costs 1250 won for adults, 720 won for youths and 450 won for children. An additional 100 won is charged for every 5 km in excess of 10 km but under 50 km, while if the distance is north of 50 km, it costs 100 won for every 8 km, rather than 5km.
Note: Youths avail a 20% discount, while children are entitled to a 50% discount, which results in their tickets being significantly cheaper in comparison to the adult tickets.
For more information on the fares, tickets and cards, you can visit the official website at: http://www.seoulmetro.co.kr/eng/page.jsp?code=D030010000
Seoul Metropolitan Subway Rules and Tips
Basic subway etiquettes are requested to be followed, such as, boarding a train only after everyone else leaves. Or, offering your seat to the needy people like, pregnant women and elderly citizens etc. Be careful while using the metro network, especially when it comes to running, it’s a strict no-no.
For more information on the subway etiquettes that are to be followed, you can visit the official website at: http://www.seoulmetro.co.kr/eng/page.jsp?code=D040010000
Seoul Metropolitan Subway Parking
The subway offers park and ride facilities at most stations.
Seoul Metropolitan Subway Lines
Seoul subway system has 19 lines and all the lines are recognized by number and name. Trains on numbered lines run on the right-hand track and named lines run on the left-hand track.
● Line 1 – The blue line was opened to the public in 1974 and the line starts service from Soyosan and end at Seodongtan. The total length of the line is nearly 200 km serving 114 stations.
● Line2 – The green line was opened to the public in 1984 and the line starts service from City hall- Seongsu-Sindorim branch and ends at City Hall- Sinseol-dong-Kkachisan. The total length of the route is 60.2km serving 51 stations.
● Line 3 – The orange line was opened to the public in 1993 and the line starts service from Daehwa and ends at Ogeum. The total length of the line is 57.4km serving 44 stations.
● Line4 – The sky blue line was opened to the public in 1994 and the line starts service from Dangogae and ends at Oido. The total length of the line is more than 70 km serving 51 stations.
● Line5 – The purple line was opened to public in 1996 and the line starts service from Banghwa and ends at Sangil-dong- Macheon. The total length of the line is 52.3km serving 51 stations.
● Line6- The brown line was opened to the public in 2000 and the line starts service from Eungam and ends at Bonghwasan. The total length of the line is 35.1km serving 38 stations.
● Line7- The olive green line was opened to public in 1996 and the line starts service from Jangam and ends at Bupyeong-gu Office. The total length of the line is 57.1km serving 51 stations.
● Line 8 – The pink line was opened to public in 1999 and the line starts service from Amsa and ends at Moran. The total length of the line is 17.7km serving 17 stations.
● Line9 – The gold line was opened to the public in 2002 and the line starts service from Gaehwa and ends at Sinnonhyeon. The total length of the line is 31.4 km serving 30 stations.
● AREX – The line operates between Seoul station and Incheon International Airport and the length of the route is 58 km serving 13 stations.
● Jungang line – The line operates between Yongsan and Yongmun and the length of the route is 71.2km serving 28 stations.
● Gyeongui-Jungang line – The line operates between Yongmun station and Munsan and the length of the route is 121.7 km serving 52 stations.
● Bundang line – The line operates between Wangsimni and Suwon and the length of the route is 52.9km serving 36 stations.
● Suin line – The line operates between Oido and Incheon and the length of the route is 19.9 km serving 14 stations.
● Sinbundang line – The line operates between Gangnam and Gwanggyo and the length of the route is 31 km serving 12 stations.
● Incheon line 1 – The line operates between Gyeyang and International Business District and the length of the route is 29.4km serving 29 stations.
● Incheon line 2- The line operates between Geomdan Oryu and Unyeon. The length of the line is nearly 29 km, while it serves 27 stations in total.
● Everline – The line operates between Giheung and Jeondae-Everland and the length of the route is 18.1km serving 15 stations.
● U line – The line operates between Balgok and Tapseok and the length of the route is 11.1km serving 15 stations.