【 Photo: KTX Train 】
One of the most convenient ways to travel between cities in Korea is by train. Bus schedules can vary depending on traffic, but that is hardly the case for the railroad, allowing passengers to make accurate travel plans and move to destinations on time.
Korean trains are classified based on their speed and the amenities offered on board. The classifications include the express trains KTX and KTX-Sancheon; regular trains ITX-Saemaeul and Mugunghwa; and KORAIL tourist trains. Ticket fares depend on the train type and distance of travel. The two main railway lines are Gyeongbu Line and Honam Line but other railway lines also include Jeolla and Gyeongjeon Lines, which reach as far as Yeosu and Changwon on the southern coast.
For an affordable travel around Korea, tourists can consider buying the KORAIL Pass, an exclusive railway pass for foreigners that allows unlimited use of all trains, including the KTX, for a selected number of days.
Train Classifications
KOREA TRAIN EXPRESS (KTX)
Korea’s express train, aptly named the KTX, began operations in April 2004. This high-speed train is designed to reach speeds of up to approximately 305 kilometers per hour.
ITX-SAEMAEUL
Operating on Gyeongbu, Honam and Gyeongjeon Lines, this train runs in place of regular Saemaeul trains, running at a slightly faster speed.
MUGUNGHWA
Mugunghwa came into scene in 1984 when udeung (luxury) passenger train started operation. This train is distinct in that it makes stops at smaller stations that the KTX or ITX-Saemaeul trains bypass.
SUPER RAPID TRAIN (SRT)
A super rapid train, known as the SRT, operates on the Gyeongbu and Honam Lines from Suseo Station.
Major Train Stations in Seoul
SEOUL STATION
One of the most important railway stations in Seoul, Seoul Station is the starting point of the Gyeongbu Line, a double-track line that connects Seoul to Busan. Major stations on the Gyeongbu Line include Daejeon, Dongdaegu, Singyeongju, and Busan Station. Many other rail lines also start from Seoul Station, including the Jeolla∙Honam Line, with stops in Jeonju, Gwangju, Mokpo, and Yeosu.
- Address:405, Hangang-daero, Yongsan-gu, Seoul (서울특별시 용산구 한강대로 405)
YONGSAN STATION
Yongsan Station is the start of the Honam Line, a double-track line that runs from Seoul to Mokpo. Major stations on the Jeolla∙Honam Line are Nonsan, Gwangju-Songjeong, Mokpo, and Iksan Stations. Travelers can also access the Gyeongbu Line from Yongsan Station.
- Address:55, Hangang-daero 23-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul (서울특별시 용산구 한강대로 23길 55)
CHEONGNYANGNI STATION
Cheongnyangni Station is used by trains headed to major tourist cities in the eastern provinces such as Jeongdongjin and Jeongseon in Gangwon-do, Andong and Gyeongju in Gyeongsangbuk-do, and Chuncheon. A KTX express train route from Seoul to Gangneung opened on December 22, 2017.
- Address:214, Wangsan-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul (서울특별시 동대문구 왕산로 214)
YEONGDEUNGPO STATION
Yeongdeungpo Station covers the travel needs of passengers in the southwest part of Seoul. All non-express trains passing through Yeongdeungpo Station make stops here.
- Address:846, Gyeongin-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul (서울특별시 영등포구 경인로 846)
SUSEO STATION (SRT)
Operating from Gangnam to various major cities in the nation, the SRT (Super Rapid Train) was introduced in December 2016. Presently, the SRT offers train services from Suseo Station in Seoul to Busan and Mokpo Stations.
Detailed Information about Trains
- - KORAIL website:info.korail.com (Korean, English)
- - KORAIL PASS page:www.letskorail.com (English, Japanese, Chinese)
- - SR Website:etk.srail.co.kr (Korean, Japanese, Chinese)
- - KORAIL Customer Service Center:+82-1599-7777 (English, Japanese, Chinese)
- - SR Customer Service Center:+82-1800-1472 (English)
* Information and photos of major train stations courtesy of KORAIL and Korea Tourism Organization
* This page was last updated on September 9, 2021, and therefore information may differ from what is presented here.
* Photo & Contents : https://english.visitkorea.or.kr/
【 Photo: KTX Train 】
One of the most convenient ways to travel between cities in Korea is by train. Bus schedules can vary depending on traffic, but that is hardly the case for the railroad, allowing passengers to make accurate travel plans and move to destinations on time.
Korean trains are classified based on their speed and the amenities offered on board. The classifications include the express trains KTX and KTX-Sancheon; regular trains ITX-Saemaeul and Mugunghwa; and KORAIL tourist trains. Ticket fares depend on the train type and distance of travel. The two main railway lines are Gyeongbu Line and Honam Line but other railway lines also include Jeolla and Gyeongjeon Lines, which reach as far as Yeosu and Changwon on the southern coast.
For an affordable travel around Korea, tourists can consider buying the KORAIL Pass, an exclusive railway pass for foreigners that allows unlimited use of all trains, including the KTX, for a selected number of days.
Train Classifications
KOREA TRAIN EXPRESS (KTX)
Korea’s express train, aptly named the KTX, began operations in April 2004. This high-speed train is designed to reach speeds of up to approximately 305 kilometers per hour.
ITX-SAEMAEUL
Operating on Gyeongbu, Honam and Gyeongjeon Lines, this train runs in place of regular Saemaeul trains, running at a slightly faster speed.
MUGUNGHWA
Mugunghwa came into scene in 1984 when udeung (luxury) passenger train started operation. This train is distinct in that it makes stops at smaller stations that the KTX or ITX-Saemaeul trains bypass.
SUPER RAPID TRAIN (SRT)
A super rapid train, known as the SRT, operates on the Gyeongbu and Honam Lines from Suseo Station.
Major Train Stations in Seoul
SEOUL STATION
One of the most important railway stations in Seoul, Seoul Station is the starting point of the Gyeongbu Line, a double-track line that connects Seoul to Busan. Major stations on the Gyeongbu Line include Daejeon, Dongdaegu, Singyeongju, and Busan Station. Many other rail lines also start from Seoul Station, including the Jeolla∙Honam Line, with stops in Jeonju, Gwangju, Mokpo, and Yeosu.
YONGSAN STATION
Yongsan Station is the start of the Honam Line, a double-track line that runs from Seoul to Mokpo. Major stations on the Jeolla∙Honam Line are Nonsan, Gwangju-Songjeong, Mokpo, and Iksan Stations. Travelers can also access the Gyeongbu Line from Yongsan Station.
CHEONGNYANGNI STATION
Cheongnyangni Station is used by trains headed to major tourist cities in the eastern provinces such as Jeongdongjin and Jeongseon in Gangwon-do, Andong and Gyeongju in Gyeongsangbuk-do, and Chuncheon. A KTX express train route from Seoul to Gangneung opened on December 22, 2017.
YEONGDEUNGPO STATION
Yeongdeungpo Station covers the travel needs of passengers in the southwest part of Seoul. All non-express trains passing through Yeongdeungpo Station make stops here.
SUSEO STATION (SRT)
Operating from Gangnam to various major cities in the nation, the SRT (Super Rapid Train) was introduced in December 2016. Presently, the SRT offers train services from Suseo Station in Seoul to Busan and Mokpo Stations.
Detailed Information about Trains
* Information and photos of major train stations courtesy of KORAIL and Korea Tourism Organization
* This page was last updated on September 9, 2021, and therefore information may differ from what is presented here.
* Photo & Contents : https://english.visitkorea.or.kr/