Transportation (from ICN)

How to Get from Gimpo International Airport to Konkuk University Using the Metro

Using the Seoul Metropolitan Subway is the quickest and most convenient way to travel from Gimpo International Airport to Konkuk University. Below is a step-by-step guide to help you navigate the journey efficiently.

1. Purchase a Subway Ticket

• At the Station:

  • Upon arrival at Gimpo International Airport, follow the signs to the subway station.

  • Purchase a single-journey ticket from the ticket vending machines located at the entrance of the subway station.

• Payment Methods:

  • The vending machines typically accept cash (KRW) and may also accept credit/debit cards. However, having cash on hand is advisable.

• Deposit:

  • Your subway ticket will include a deposit of 500 KRW for the transportation card. After your journey, you can retrieve this deposit using the deposit refund machines located at the station exits.

2. Use a Transportation Card (Recommended)

• T-money Card:

  • For added convenience and potential fare discounts, it's highly recommended to use a T-money transportation card.

  • You can purchase and top up a T-money card at vending machines or convenience stores within the subway station.

• Benefits:

  • Faster entry and exit through ticket gates.

  • Discounts on subway fares and compatibility with buses and taxis.

3. Take the Subway

• Boarding:

  • Line 9 (Gold Line): Board the subway at Gimpo International Airport Station on Line 9 (Gold Line).

• Transfer:

  • Dangsan Station: Travel on Line 9 and transfer to Line 2 (Green Line) at Dangsan Station.

• Continuing on Line 2:

  • After transferring to Line 2, continue traveling towards Konkuk University Station.

• Final Stop:

  • Konkuk University Station: Exit the subway at Konkuk University Station (Exit 3 is commonly used for campus access).

4. Retrieve Your Deposit (If Using Single-Journey Ticket)

• At the Station Exit:

  • After exiting the subway station at Konkuk University, locate the deposit refund machine.

  • Insert your subway ticket to retrieve the 500 KRW deposit.

• Keep Your Ticket:

  • Make sure to keep your subway ticket until after you have retrieved your deposit.

5. Additional Tips

• Travel Time:

  • The entire journey typically takes around 45 minutes to 1 hour, depending on transfer times and waiting periods.

• Operating Hours:

  • Seoul Metropolitan Subway operates approximately from 5:30 AM to midnight. Check the latest schedules if traveling early in the morning or late at night.

• Navigation Apps:

  • Consider using navigation apps like Naver Map or KakaoMap for real-time transit updates and directions.

• Language Assistance:

  • Subway signs and announcements are available in both Korean and English, making navigation easier for non-Korean speakers.