Seoul's main railway station and KTX bullet train terminal, connecting to Busan, Daejeon, and cities across South Korea.

About Seoul Station

Seoul Station is South Korea's most important railway hub, the terminus for the KTX high-speed rail network that connects the capital to Busan (2h 30min), Daejeon (50 min), Daegu (1h 45min), Gwangju (2h 30min), and other major cities. The modern station complex includes a Lotte Mart, food court, and cultural space in the adjacent restored old Seoul Station building (built 1925, now Cultura Station Seoul 284).

The station sits at the base of Namsan Mountain, within walking distance of Namdaemun Market (Korea's largest traditional market), the War Memorial of Korea, and the leafy Yongsan neighborhood. The N Seoul Tower on Namsan above provides the city's most iconic viewpoint. Seoul Station is also a key subway interchange (Lines 1 and 4) and the city terminus for the AREX airport railroad.

The area around Seoul Station is being rapidly redeveloped, with the Yongsan International Business District project transforming former railway yards into a massive mixed-use complex. For travelers, the station's direct AREX connection to Incheon Airport makes it the most convenient long-distance rail transfer point.

Nearby Landmarks

Namdaemun Market N Seoul Tower War Memorial of Korea Namsan Sungnyemun Gate

Transport Options

Taxi

Cost ₩65,000-80,000 (~$50-62 USD)
Time 60-90 minutes

Follow "Taxi" signs at arrivals. Queue at official taxi stand. Metered fares, no need to negotiate.

Train (AREX (Airport Railroad Express))

Cost ₩9,500 (Express), ₩4,750 (All-Stop)
Time 43 minutes (Express)
Frequency Every 30-40 minutes (Express), every 6-12 minutes (All-Stop)

Step-by-Step Directions

Follow signs to the AREX (Airport Railroad Express) at Incheon Airport. Buy a ticket for the Express train to Seoul Station (₩11,000). Board the train and ride 43 minutes direct. Transfer to KTX or subway at Seoul Station.

Quick Comparison

Option Cost Time Best For
Taxi ₩65,000-80,000 (~$50-62 USD) 60-90 minutes Convenience, groups, heavy luggage
Train ₩9,500 (Express), ₩4,750 (All-Stop) 43 minutes (Express) Budget, avoiding traffic

Good to Know

Late Night Transport

The AREX express runs until about 10:40 PM; the all-stop commuter AREX runs until 11:50 PM. After midnight, KAL Limousine buses and taxis are available. A nighttime taxi from ICN to Seoul Station costs ₩70,000-90,000 ($50-65). KTX trains to Busan depart as early as 5:15 AM.

Luggage Tips

The AREX express has spacious luggage racks and wide seats (reserved seating). Seoul Station has luggage lockers (₩2,000-5,000) throughout the concourse. KTX trains have overhead racks and end-of-car luggage areas. Porters are not common—you manage your own bags.

Accessibility

AREX trains are fully wheelchair accessible with level boarding. Seoul Station has elevators, tactile paving, and accessible ticket machines. KTX trains have wheelchair-designated cars (Car 2 on most trains). Request assistance at the Seoul Station customer service center. Wheelchair-accessible taxis are available via Kakao T.