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Getting to Incheon International Airport from downtown

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The quickest way from Seoul to Incheon International Airport is to take a direct train from Seoul Station, which takes about 50 minutes. Other modes of transportation, such as airport buses, taxis, and rental cars, are also available.
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Airport Railroad
Incheon Airport and Seoul Station are connected by two types of trains: express trains and regular trains. The express train is about 15 minutes faster than the regular train, but it costs twice as much.
Express Train
・ Ticket purchase: B2 floor at Seoul Station ・ Boarding station: Seoul Station ・ Fare: 11,000 won ・ Duration: Approx. 50 minutes ・ Operating hours: 6:10 AM - 10:50 PM
Regular Train
・ Ticket purchase: Using a transportation card ・ Major boarding Stations: Seoul Station, Hongik Univ. Station ・ Fare: 5,050 won (When using a transportation card) ・ Duration: Approx. 65 minutes ・ Operating hours: 5:20 AM - 11:40 PM (When departing from Seoul Station)
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Airport Bus
Airport buses transport passengers from Incheon International Airport to various locations throughout Seoul. Several companies operate routes from Gimpo & Incheon Airport to downtown Seoul. Fares vary depending on the distance, and the buses are red and have numbers starting with 6000. Reservation through website is recommended, but you can just get on the bus and pay on-site if there're seats available. Must checking the departure time of your flight and the timetable in advance due to the infrequent bus schedule(runs every 25-30mins).
Brief information
・ Ticketing method: Online reservation or on-site payment (transportation card) ・ Boarding location: Airport bus stops ・ Fare: 16,000 - 18,000 won (varies by route) ・ Operating hours: Varies by route
If there are three or more people
Taxi
Taxis are a convenient option for people who are traveling with small children or a large amount of luggage. Although they are more expensive than other modes of transportation, they provide unparalleled convenience. Regular, deluxe, and jumbo taxis have metered fares, whereas international taxis and call vans have fixed fares.
Brief information
· Duration: Approx. 60-70 minutes (when departing from Myeongdong or Gangnam Station) · Estimated fare: Approx. 60,000 won (based on regular taxis)
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Rental car
Travelers who want a free and flexible journey frequently use rental cars. Given the current traffic conditions, it is recommended that you leave for the airport with some extra time.
Brief information
・ Duration: Approx. 60-70 minutes ・ Return location: Return to the designated parking lot
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