There are many ways to get from Incheon airport to Seoul, here are some of them
If you are reading this article, chances are you already have plans for a holiday to South Korea . And if you go to South Korea, especially if your main destination is Seoul , you will most likely land at the country’s largest airport, namely Incheon Airport . Serving more than 70 million passengers during pre-pandemic times, Incheon Airport is the 22nd busiest airport in the world.
Then you might be wondering: how to get from Incheon Airport to Seoul? Well, no need to worry, there are at least five transportation options from Incheon Airport to Seoul. Keep scrolling!
What you also need to prepare before leaving for Korea:
SIM Card/4G Wifi for South Korea – Make sure you are always connected to the internet throughout Korea
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Discover Seoul Pass – Pass that can be used for free entry to more than 50 tourist attractions in Seoul and discounted entrance tickets to 101 other tourist attractions
Airport transportation
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Airport buses and trains
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Private airport transfer
A mandatory tour choice in Korea
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Tour to the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ)
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Tour to Nami Island and surrounding tourist attractions
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One Day Tour to Everland
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East & West Busan Exploration
Popular tourist tickets
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Lotte World Seoul
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N Seoul Tower
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Everland
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Everland EVER SMTOWN PASS
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Coex Aquarium Seoul
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Busan SEA LIFE
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Running Man Thematic Experience Center Busan
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Busan Haeundae X the Sky
Transportation options from Incheon Airport to Seoul
1. Airport Railroad Express (AREX)
Hassle-free travel to and from the airport!
Incheon Airport is connected to the city of Seoul via the Airport Railroad Express (AREX) airport train line . AREX has two types of trains that can take you from Incheon to Seoul or vice versa. First, there is the Express Train which passes Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 of Incheon Airport and goes straight to Seoul Station.
The second type of train available is the All Stop Train . This train will stop at all subway stations around Seoul.
Express Train vs. All Stop Train: Which one should you choose?
Confused about choosing between AREX Express Train or All Stop Train? Learn the differences between the two below!
Express Train
If your destination is Seoul Station, you should choose the Express Train. The advantage is that you can arrive at Seoul Station from Incheon Airport (Terminal 1 or Terminal 2) with a fast travel time: only 45 minutes!
You can book AREX Express Train AREX vouchers on Klook , and reserve your seats starting 2 months before departure date! AREX Express Train vouchers sold on Klook are open date and you can use them at any time within 365 days (1 year) from the date your purchase is confirmed, so you can buy them well in advance and use them whenever you want to go.
After arriving at Incheon Airport, all you have to do is exchange your voucher for a physical ticket at the Transportation Center of Incheon International Airport (Floor B1F).
AREX Express Train
Travel time : 45 minutes
Operational hours : 05.00 am – 22.30
Number of stops : None (direct)
All Stop Train
Travel to South Korea’s capital by train! Image credits: @bimdararat on Instagram
If your destination is not Seoul Station, or you decide you want to stop somewhere else first, the All Stop Train could be the right choice. The advantage of taking this train is that the cost is cheaper than the Express Train.
However, it should also be noted that the travel time is a little longer. To reach Seoul Station using the All Stop Train will take around one hour. Because, this train will stop at 11 Seoul subway stations, including Gongdeok Station and Hongik University.
For All Stop Train tickets, you can buy them at the Transportation Center on floor B1, the mini market and the Tourist Information Center at the airport.
AREX All Stop Train
Travel time : 1 hour
Ticket price : 4,150 KRW (Terminal 1); 4,750 KRW (Terminal 2)
Operating hours : 5:18 am – 11:32 pm
Number of stops : 11 stations
2. Airport Bus or Airport Bus
Another affordable way to get to Seoul from Incheon Airport is by taking the airport bus. The airport bus also has comfortable seats, so you can relax throughout the journey to Seoul.
The airport bus option is very suitable for those of you who book hotels located outside the city center. Because, there will be many bus routes that you can choose from.
Types of airport buses
There are two types of buses that you can choose: deluxe and standard. The deluxe type airport bus will make fewer stops and go directly to downtown Seoul. The route passes large hotels and popular tourist attractions in Seoul.
Apart from that, the advantages of taking a deluxe type airport bus are comfortable seats and spacious legroom. Perfect for relaxing and stretching your legs after a long journey from Indonesia.
Meanwhile, for standard buses , the route has more stops. The bus also passes through several areas outside downtown Seoul. It should also be noted that the seats on the standard type of airport bus are smaller than the deluxe ones.
Klook Tip : Check the bus route you will take before flying to South Korea, so your holiday trip will be easier!
Incheon Airport Bus
Travel time : 1 hour
Ticket price : 9,000 KRW – 10,000 KRW (standard type); 14,000 KRW – 16,000 KRW (deluxe type)
Operating hours : 5:05 am – 11:20 pm
Location of where to buy airport bus tickets
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Terminal 1 : Ticket sales office at Exits 4 and 9 in the Arrival Hall
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Terminal 2 : Transportation Center (B1 floor)
3. Private Airport Transfer to Seoul
Are you too tired from traveling that you don’t have the time and energy to take public transportation to Seoul? We recommend using the Private Airport Transfer service to Seoul, which can be booked via Klook !
This service offers comfort and flexibility with various types of cars. Whether you go with your extended family or friends, you can choose to rent a private SUV, van, taxi, or even a tour bus to transport the entire group you are bringing.
4. Taxi
Take a cab! Image credits: @wrk_kr on Instagram
For an easier and more flexible option, you can take a taxi directly to the hotel from Incheon Airport. Travel time is also relatively faster, only taking around 1 hour or even less. In addition, taxis at Incheon Airport are also available 24 hours.
You can choose a standard type taxi which has a cheaper rate, or a luxury taxi which uses a larger car but the rate is more expensive.
Standard type taxi fares in Seoul start from 3,800 KRW and the meter will continue to increase according to the distance traveled. Apart from that, you also need to prepare additional costs such as toll fees and there are also additional costs if you take a taxi at night. So you need to think about that too, okay?
You can take a taxi from the special taxi waiting room in the Arrival Hall (F1) in Terminal 1 or Terminal 2.
Incheon Airport Taxi to Seoul
Travel time : 1 hour
Fares : Starting from 3,800 KRW per kilometer
Operational hours : 24 hours
