Seoul travel guide
Getting Around Seoul: Transport Guide
The fastest way from Incheon Airport to Seoul is the AREX Express train — 43 minutes to Seoul Station for ₩9,500. The all-stop AREX (₩4,150) serves Hongik University/Hongdae in 51 minutes. Airport limousine buses (₩17,000) drop at major hotel areas; taxis cost ₩65,000–90,000.
Arriving in Seoul
Nearest airport: Incheon (ICN) — 43–60 min by AREX train; Gimpo (GMP) for domestic
From Incheon, the AREX Express train reaches Seoul Station in 43 minutes (₩9,500); the all-stop train costs ₩4,150 and serves Hongdae directly. Airport buses (₩17,000) serve major hotel districts. Taxis run ₩65,000–90,000.
Getting around Seoul
- The subway is superb — 23 lines, English signage, ₩1,400 base fare with T-money
- T-money cards work on subway, bus, taxis and convenience stores nationwide
- Kakao T app hails taxis with fixed pricing; base fare ₩4,800
- Seoul is safe at all hours — night buses (N-lines) run after the subway closes
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how to get around Seoul — FAQs
How do I get from Incheon Airport to Seoul?
The fastest way from Incheon Airport to Seoul is the AREX Express train — 43 minutes to Seoul Station for ₩9,500. The all-stop AREX (₩4,150) serves Hongik University/Hongdae in 51 minutes. Airport limousine buses (₩17,000) drop at major hotel areas; taxis cost ₩65,000–90,000.
Is the Seoul subway easy for tourists?
Yes — Seoul’s subway is one of the world’s easiest for tourists: full English signage and announcements, colour-coded lines, and ₩1,400 fares with a T-money card bought at any station or convenience store. Google Maps is limited in Korea; use Naver Map or KakaoMap for directions.
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