Gimpo Airport to Seoul: AREX, Subway Line 9, Bus or Taxi

From Gimpo Airport, our pick for Seoul Station, Hongdae or Gongdeok is the AREX All-stop train: ₩1,750 to Seoul Station for an adult with a transit card, about 23 minutes. For Gangnam, Yeouido or Jamsil, take Subway Line 9 (fares are distance-based from ₩1,550). Limousine buses and taxis are easier with heavy bags; the airport estimates a regular taxi to Myeong-dong at about ₩20,000 with no traffic.

Source: AREX fare table (Korean) and Korea Tourism Organization; checked Oct 28, 2026.

Gimpo is the airport inside Seoul itself, with a domestic and an international terminal. Landing at Incheon instead? See our Incheon Airport to Seoul guide.

The short version

Source: AREX fare table, Korea Tourism Organization, Seoul subway fares and Gimpo Airport taxi estimates; checked Oct 28, 2026.

Pay for trains and buses with a transit card such as T-money — see how to get a T-money card.

Gimpo has two terminals

Gimpo's domestic and international terminals are separate buildings, so check yours before you head for a bus stop or taxi stand. A free airport shuttle bus links them:

Source: Gimpo Airport shuttle bus and Korean page; checked Oct 28, 2026.

Need help in English? The tourist information center is by Gate 1 on the 1st floor of the international terminal, open 10:00–19:00 (multilingual help depends on staff schedules, per KTO).

Option 1: AREX All-stop train (Seoul Station, Hongdae, Gongdeok)

Gimpo Airport station is a big transfer station. AREX, Subway Lines 5 and 9, the Gimpo Goldline and the Seohae Line all stop here. The AREX All-stop train runs between Incheon Airport and Seoul Station, and Gimpo is on the way.

Fares from Gimpo Airport (adult, transit card):

Source: AREX fare table (Korean); checked Oct 28, 2026.

• KTO puts the ride to Seoul Station at about 23 minutes.
• A single-journey card costs ₩100 more, plus a ₩500 deposit you get back at your destination.
• The AREX Express train doesn't stop at Gimpo — it runs nonstop between Seoul Station and Incheon Airport. From Gimpo, you take the All-stop train.

Option 2: Subway Line 9 (Yeouido, Gangnam, Jamsil)

Line 9 runs east from Gimpo through Yeouido and Gangnam to Olympic Park. It has express and local trains on the same track, alternating one to one, and Gimpo Airport is an express stop.

Express stops include Dangsan (Line 2), Yeouido (Line 5), Noryangjin (Line 1), Dongjak (Line 4), Express Bus Terminal (Lines 3 and 7), Sinnonhyeon (Shinbundang Line), Sports Complex (Line 2) and Olympic Park (Line 5). If your station isn't an express stop, take the local train, or ride the express and change at an express stop.

Source: Seoul Metro Line 9 (Korean); checked Oct 28, 2026.

Fares: Seoul subway fares are distance-based — ₩1,550 for the first 10 km with an adult transit card (₩1,650 with a single-journey ticket), then ₩100 more for every 5 km up to 50 km. See our Seoul subway guide for transfers.

Option 3: Subway Line 5 (Gwanghwamun, Jongno, Dongdaemun)

Line 5 runs from Gimpo Airport through Yeouido, Gwanghwamun, Jongno 3-ga and Dongdaemun History & Culture Park. It's a direct ride to the old city center, with the same distance-based fares. KTO says the subway lines from Gimpo reach central Seoul and the surrounding areas within about an hour.

Option 4: Limousine and city buses

Source: Korea Tourism Organization (page text says updated May 22, 2026); checked Oct 28, 2026.

Routes and fares change by operator. Use the route search on the airport's bus page (Korean) or Naver Map to find the bus that stops nearest your hotel — see how to use Naver Map. Intercity buses from Gimpo need a ticket bought in advance.

Option 5: Taxi

Taxi stands are by Exit 3 on the 1st floor of the international terminal and in front of Exit 6 at the domestic terminal. Regular Seoul taxis start at ₩4,800 for the first 1.6 km by day, with late-night surcharges of 20–40% from 22:00 to 04:00.

The airport's fare estimates (regular taxi, no traffic):

Source: Gimpo Airport — taxi and Seoul taxi fares; checked Oct 28, 2026.

The airport says these are minimum fares with no congestion, so expect more in traffic, and passengers pay any motorway tolls separately. Deluxe and jumbo taxis cost more. For apps and tips, see our taxi guide.

Flying on to Incheon?

The AREX All-stop train also runs from Gimpo to Incheon Airport: ₩4,350 to Terminal 1 and ₩4,950 to Terminal 2 (adult, transit card). Check which terminal your airline uses before you board.

Source: AREX fare table (Korean); checked Oct 28, 2026.

Before you land

1. Check whether you arrive at the domestic or international terminal.
2. Have a transit card ready (or buy one at the station).
3. Going to Gangnam or Yeouido? Look for the Line 9 express.
4. Late at night or with lots of luggage? Head for the taxi stand.

FAQ

How do I get from Gimpo Airport to Myeong-dong?

By train, take the AREX All-stop to Seoul Station and change to Subway Line 4; Myeong-dong is two stops away. By taxi, the airport estimates about ₩20,000 and 50 minutes with no traffic.

How much is the train from Gimpo Airport to Seoul Station?

₩1,750 for an adult with a transit card on the AREX All-stop train, about 23 minutes. A single-journey card costs ₩100 more, plus a refundable ₩500 deposit.

Does the AREX Express stop at Gimpo?

No. The Express runs nonstop between Seoul Station and Incheon Airport. At Gimpo, use the All-stop train.

Can I pay for the bus with my foreign credit card?

Not on Seoul city buses — KTO says international credit cards aren't accepted there. Use a transit card. Limousine buses accept cash, credit cards or transit cards.

How do I get between Gimpo's domestic and international terminals?

Take the free airport shuttle bus (08:00–23:00, every 12–15 minutes): stop No. 5 at the international terminal, No. 8 at the domestic terminal.