Table of Contents

• Overview
• All Stops on the Yongsan Express
• Weekday Timetable (First & Last Train)
• Weekend & Holiday Timetable
• Tips for Express Commuters
• FAQ
• References & Related Links

Overview

The Seoul Subway Line 1 Yongsan Express Train is one of the key express routes connecting the Gyeongbu Line and Gyeongin Line, designed to provide faster access between Seoul’s downtown and southern satellite cities.
Yongsan Station, jointly operated by Korail and Seoul Metro, serves as a major interchange point for express services.

As of 2025, Yongsan-bound express trains mainly operate toward Incheon, Cheonan, and Sinchang, cutting travel times by around 15–20 minutes compared to local trains.
During rush hours, express services are more frequent, catering primarily to daily commuters from suburban areas.

All Stops on the Yongsan Express

The Yongsan Express Train on Line 1 stops at the following major stations.
(Based on the 2025 Korail operation schedule. Some trains may have slightly different stop patterns.)

[Northbound (Sinchang/Cheonan → Yongsan)]

Sinchang → Asan → Onyang Oncheon → Baebang → Cheonan → Pyeongtaek → Seojeong-ri → Songtan → Jije → Osan → Sema → Byeongjeom → Suwon → Geumjeong → Anyang → Geumcheon-gu Office → Gwangmyeong → Gasan Digital Complex → Guro → Yeongdeungpo → Yongsan

[Southbound (Yongsan → Sinchang/Cheonan)]

Yongsan → Yeongdeungpo → Guro → Gasan Digital Complex → Gwangmyeong → Geumcheon-gu Office → Anyang → Geumjeong → Suwon → Byeongjeom → Sema → Osan → Jije → Pyeongtaek → Songtan → Seojeong-ri → Cheonan → Baebang → Onyang Oncheon → Asan → Sinchang

Express service mainly saves time in the Gwangmyeong–Pyeongtaek section,
while operating as a semi-express in Seoul city zones between Yeongdeungpo and Yongsan.

Weekday Timetable (First & Last Train)

Times based on October 2025 Korail data.
Always check live updates via KorailTalk App or Naver Subway Live.

Weekend & Holiday Timetable

On weekends, intervals between express services are slightly longer,
but the Byeongjeom–Cheonan section remains highly used due to long-distance commuters.

Tips for Express Commuters

• Best Transfer Options: Yongsan connects to Gyeongui-Jungang Line, ITX-Cheongchun, and near Line 4 (Ichon), making it a key interchange hub.
• Time-Saving Benefit: Using express trains can reduce total travel time from Sinchang–Yongsan from 1h 20m → about 1h.
• Crowded Hours: Between 07:00–09:00 (morning rush), expect high crowd levels between Byeongjeom–Geumcheon-gu Office. Boarding earlier at Gasan Digital Complex is recommended.
• Major Transfer Stations: Geumjeong (Line 4), Suwon (Bundang Line), Yeongdeungpo (Line 5 in future plan).

FAQ

Q1. Does the Yongsan Express run all day?
A1. No. Express services mainly operate during morning and evening rush hours (06:00–09:00 / 17:00–20:00). Local trains run at other times.

Q2. How much faster is the express train compared to local service?
A2. On average, about 20 minutes faster between Sinchang and Yongsan (Local: 1h 25m → Express: ~1h 05m).

Q3. Does the express train stop at Gwangmyeong Station?
A3. Yes. Some express trains stop at Gwangmyeong Station for KTX transfers.

Q4. Where can I check the latest express train schedule?
A4. Through the KorailTalk App, Naver Subway, or KakaoMap with “Express” labels enabled.

References & Related Links

• Korail Official Website – Train Timetable
• Naver Map – Line 1 Real-time Train Info
• Seoul Metro – Line Map and Operation Guide
• Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport – 2025 Express Train Expansion Policy