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The Gapyeong City Tour Bus | Complete Schedule and Routes

If you want to travel independently between popular sites like Nami Island, the Garden of Morning Calm, and the Gapyeong Rail Bike, the Gapyeong City Tour bus is absolutely your best option.

The Gapyeong City Tour bus stops at Nami Island and other popular destinations in or near Gapyeong.

The Gapyeong City Tour bus stops at all the major tourist destinations in the Gapyeong / Chuncheon area on a circular route, that’s both affordable and convenient.

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In this guide

• 1.1 A Route | Gapyeong Terminal to Garden of Morning Calm
• 2.1 Korea Travel Essentials
• 2.2 B Route | Pereunsup Forest Recreation Park to Petite France
• 3 Gapyeong City Tour Bus Schedule

Gapyeong City Tour Bus Routes and Fares

It’s much faster to take the Gapyeong City Tour Bus than to use regular public transit options like subway or local bus. These can take 90 minutes or longer just to get between popular spots like Nami Island and the Garden of Morning Calm. And I’m sure you didn’t travel all the way out of Seoul, just to ride the bus!

TIP  |  Take enough money with you to pay your fare with cash. While it’s technically possible to pay for tickets using a credit card, there have been reports of difficulties processing card payments on-site.

The Gapyeong City Tour Bus follows a circular route and stops at all the major transit stations and tourist sites in Gapyeong. There are 2 separate routes to choose from – an A Route and a B Route, so be sure to check which is more efficient for you before boarding.

Bus fare is 8,000 won per adult. This includes unlimited stops and rides over the course of a single day.

The Gapyeong City Tour Bus will get you to Nami Island independently

TIP  |  Consider booking an all-inclusive tour from Seoul to Nami Island or the Garden of Morning Calm instead. These allow you to see more places in a single day, and are way more efficient and comfortable than using public transit. Customize an affordable day tour here.

A Route | Gapyeong Terminal to Garden of Morning Calm

The A Route travels between Gapyeong Terminal, and the Garden of Morning Calm, with 12 stops in between. The whole route takes around 95 minutes to complete. Buses leave approximately every 2 hours – on the hour.

If you’re starting at Gapyeong Terminal, the first bus leaves at 9AM, and the last bus departs at 5:00PM. If you’re starting in the opposite direction at the Garden of Morning Calm, the first bus leaves at 11AM, and the last bus departs at 7:00PM.

The Garden of Morning Calm is a stop on the Gapyeong City Tour Bus

The stops on the Gapyeong City Tour Bus Route A are as follows. If you want to visit Nami Island, Petite France, and the Garden of Morning Calm, consider heading to either Gapyeong or Cheongpyeong Station from Seoul.

• Gapyeong Terminal
• Gapyeong Rail Bike
• Gapyeong Station
• Nami Island (Gapyeong Wharf)
• Bokjang-ri 3 way intersection
• Petite France
• Homyeong-ri
• Cheongpyeong Terminal
• Cheongpyeong Station
• Imcho School
• The Garden of Morning Calm

If you want to see the Garden of Morning Calm Lighting Festival, it’s better to book a day tour.

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B Route | Pereunsup Forest Recreation Park to Petite France

*The Gapyeong City Tour Bus Route B is temporarily cancelled, due to COVID-19’s impact on tourism.

The B Route travels between Jat-Hyanggi Pureunsup Forest Recreation Park and Petite France. It makes 7 stops between them. It takes around 90 minutes or so to complete the route each way. The first bus starts running from 9:10am at Cheongpyeong Terminal. The last bus departs Petite France at 5:40pm, and completes its route at Cheongpyeong Station.

Take the Gapyeong City Tour Bus Route B is you plan to visit Edelweiss Swiss Village.

You can take the B Route bus if you only plan on visiting Petite France or Edelweiss Swiss Village. It doesn’t make stops at Nami Island or the Garden of Morning Calm. I’ve bolded the stops that are probably most relevant to you.

The stops on the Gapyeong City Tour Bus B Route are:

• Jat-Hyanggi Pureunsup Forest Recreation Park
• Edelweiss Swiss Theme Park
• The Stay Healing Park

Petite France is the last stop on the Gapyeong City Tour Bus B Route.

Gapyeong City Tour Bus Schedule

To see the most current Gapyeong City Tour Bus schedule, you can check out this link (only in Korean) .

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Day Trip to Gapyeong: Nami Island, The Garden of Morning Calm, Petite France & Gapyeong Rail Park

Nami Island is one of the most popular and must-visit destinations for visitors to South Korea . A day trip to Nami Island can be made together with its nearby attractions including  The Garden of Morning Calm , Petite France and Gapyong Rail Park .

There are many options to get to these attractions in Gapyeong easily including the once-a-day direct shuttle bus services to/fro Nami Island and the many affordable day tours available to different Gapyeong 's attractions of your choice. For those who are more adventurous and would like to travel at your own timings, public transport is another feasible option too.

We will cover the following topics for your day trip planning to Gapyeong 's top attractions:

↬   How to get to Gapyeong from Seoul

➊   Gapyeong Rail Park

➋   nami island, ➌   petite france, ➍   the garden of morning calm.

How to Go to Nami Island, The Garden of Morning Calm, Petite France & Gapyeong Rail Park from Seoul

➊ ​ From Seoul to Gapyeong Station:

Take the subway to Gapyeong Station 가평역 (from Myeongdong Station , 2 lines transfer, 80+ mins, ₩2250).

Take the subway to Cheongnyangni Station 청량리역  in Seoul (from Myeongdong Station , 1 line transfer, 17 mins, ₩1250). Take subway's exit 4 and walk to Cheongnyangni Train Station (3 mins). From there, take the ITX Train to Gapyeong Station 가평역 (39 mins, ₩5700, covered under Korail Pass as well). ITX train schedule & ticket can be booked online at KORAIL official  website .

Cheongnyangni (Seoul) to Gapyeong

Tourist Information, Bus Stop & Taxi Stand

**for overview only. see latest ITX train schedule **

Map of Gyeongchun Line (subway & ITX) to Gapyeong Station (/Cheongpyeong Station) from Seoul

When taking the subway, it is recommended to use the MetroidHD/KakaoMetro  app (or any subway apps) to find the fastest path based on your departure time and station. It is worthwhile to try a few departure times as there are limited trains per hour on Gyeongchun L​ine .

Also on subway, when transferring to Gyeongchun Line at either Cheongnyani (KTX) , Hoegi or Sangbong (KTX) Stations, please note that the subway line colour of Gyeongchun Line (last station: Chuncheon ) is closely similar to Gyeongui-Jungang Line (last station:  Jipyeong ), operating along these stations as well. Lastly, non-KTX station (e.g. Hoegi Station ) will be less complex and recommended for your transfer to Gyeongchun Line .

If you are staying nearer to Yongsan Station 용산역  in Seoul , you can take ITX train from here as well (55 mins, ₩6900 to Gapyeong Station ).

If you are only going to visit The Garden of Morning Calm , you may alight at the nearer  Cheongpyeong Station . refer to section below for details.

If you are still undecided to take the subway or ITX train , just hop on the subway as they are more frequent and cheaper than the ITX trains and thus offer greater flexibility for your day trip.

Gapyeong Tourist Information, bus stop and taxi stand are all conveniently located outside  Gapyeong Station 가평역 .

➋ ​ From Gapyeong Station, begin your trip to your desired place of attractions by hopping on Gapyeong City Tour Bus (Course A):

Day Ticket: ₩8000 (Adult) / ₩6000 (Child) / free (Child under 3 years old).

Purchase day ticket on board with driver either by cash or using T-money (card).

You can hop on and off the bus as many times as you wish on its circular route. ​

Latest Updates - Gapyeong City Tour Bus Schedule

**for overview only. see latest bus schedule **

➌ ​ Back to Seoul:

Take the subway back to Seoul from either Gapyeong Station 가평역 (to Myeongdong , 87+ mins, 2 line transfers, ₩2250) or Cheongpyeong Station 청평역 (to Myeongdong , 77+ mins, 2 transfers, ₩2150).

Take the ITX train from Gapyeong Station 가평역 (40 mins, ₩5700) or Cheongpyeong Station 청평역 (35 mins, ₩4500) to Cheongnyangni Station . Walk to Cheongnyangni Station (subway) and take the subway to your next destination in Seoul.​

Gapyeong to Cheongnyangni (Seoul)

Cheongpyeong to Cheongnyangni (Seoul)

**for overview only. see latest train schedule **

➊  Gapyeong Rail Park 가평레일파크

경기도 가평군 가평읍 장터길 14 | 14, Jangteo-gil, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Departure from Gapyeong Station:

Mar - Oct:  9:00, 10:30, 12:00, 14:00, 15:30 & 17:00

Nov - 28 Feb (winter):  as above except last departure is 15:30

See Schedule.

2-seater rail bike: ₩30,000 / 4-seater rail bike: ₩40,000. Pricing based on per bike.

Incl. round trip from Gapyeong Station to Gyeonggang Station, 8km, 1hr 20mins.

Refer to section - How to Get from Seoul to Gapyeong Rail Park

www.gprailpark.com

Gapyeong Rail Park operates the Gapyeong Rail Bike Course on an abandoned railway line. The round-trip course of total 8km departs from Gapyeong Rail Park to Gyeonggang Station and back to Gapyeong Rail Park .

The course passes through scenic views including Gapyeongcheon Stream Iron Bridge , Bukhanggang Iron Bridge and Zelkova Tree Tunnel .

➋  Nami Island 남이섬

강원도 춘천시 남산면 남이섬길 1 | 1, Namiseom-gil, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do

1st Ferry (from Gapyeong Wharf): 7:30, Last Ferry (from Nami Wharf): 21:40

7:30-9:00 - every 30 mins

9:00-18:00 - every 10-20 mins

18:00-21:40 - every 30 mins

Ferry ride: 5-6 mins

9:00-17:00 (Apr-Oct) / 9:00-18:00 (Nov-Mar)

Under 2 mins to reach Nami Island (1-way only)

Mandatory Fees

VISA Fees (incl. entrance & ferry fees):

Adult: ₩16,000 / Students (Middle to High School) & Seniors (70+ years old): ₩13,000 / Child (36 mths old to Elementary School), before 8:00 boat boarding, after 18:00 (Dec-Mar) & after 18:30 (Apr-Nov): ₩10,000

₩49,900 (incl. entrance fee & ferry from Nami Island)

Optional Activities

Bicycle Rental (from ₩5,000, 30 mins)

Electric Tri-way Rental (from ₩12,000, 30 mins)

Sky-bike (₩3,000)

UNICEF Charity Train (₩3,000, 1-way)

Story Tour Bus (₩8,000, 20 mins)

Forest Adventure Treego (₩20,000)

Motorboat (₩40,000, 5 pax)

Baby Stroller (₩3,000)

Wheelchair (free)

Refer to section - How to Get from Seoul to Nami Island. If preferred, Taxi from Gapyeong Station to Gapyeong Wharf is just 5 mins ride and costs only 5000 won. From Gapyeong Wharf, take the ferry to Nami Island.

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Nami Island has the interesting shape of a leaf with 5km circumference . It is surrounded by Cheongpyeong Lake .

The island was formed with the construction of Cheongpyeong dam and named after General Nami , a notable figure in Korean history.

Nami Island is well-known worldwide as the filming location of the hugely popular Korean TV drama, Winter Sonata (2002) by Bae Yong-joon and Choi Ji-woo. There is even a life-size statue of the show's main characters, located on the extreme right end of the island from Nami Wharf.

Even though it is a small island, there are a lot of things to see, do and eat at Nami Island. So, visitors are encouraged to buffer enough time to cover this beautiful island on your visit.

Gapyeong Wharf & Around

Ferry to Nami Island

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Arriving at Nami Island

Central Korean Pine Tree Lane

Baekpungmilwon Maple Garden

Together Park & Maple Lane

Weeping Willow Lane & Tulip Tree Lane

UNICEF Charity Train

Veterans' Memorial

Nami Wharf & Nearby

➌  Petite France 쁘띠프랑스

경기도 가평군 청평면 호반로 1063 | 1063, Hoban-ro, Cheongpyeong-myeon, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

sunset-20:00 (for Little Prince Lighting Festival in Winter, ticketing ends at 19:00)

Adult & Youth (Middle to High School): ₩12,000 / Child (36 mths old to Elementary School): ₩10,000

Refer to section - How to Get from Seoul to Petite France .  If preferred, Taxi from Gapyeong Station to Petite France takes about 25 mins, ₩20,000.

If you are going back to Seoul from Petite France, Cheongpyeong Station 청평역 would be the nearer station.

www.pfcamp.com

Petite France, a French cultural village set in the Korean countryside and the only French theme park in Korea .

Petit France's concept is to give dream and hope not only to children but also warm happiness to grown-ups when they visited the place.

➍  The Garden of Morning Calm 아침고요수목원

경기도 가평군 상면 수목원로 432 | 432, Sumogwon-ro, Sang-myeon, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

08:30-18:00

Winter Lighting Festival (Dec - March): 11:00-21:00 (Weekdays & Sundays) / 11:00-23:00 (Saturdays)

Last admission 1 hour before closing.

Adult: ₩11,000 / Senior (65 yrs old & above): ₩9,000 / Youth (Middle to High School): ₩7,500 / Child (36 mths old to Elementary School): ₩6,500

If you are going to a few tourist attractions taking the hop-on/off  Gapyeong City Tour Bus , please refer to section - How to Get from Seoul to The Garden of Moring Calm  for your trip planning.

If you are only going to visit The Garden of Morning Calm:

Cheongpyeong Station 청평역 would be the nearest station. Subway from Myeongdong (for your reference only) takes about 71+ mins with 2 transfers, ₩2150;

   OR

Take the subway to Cheongnyangni Station 청량리역 (17 mins, ₩1250), exit 4, walk to Cheongnyangni Train Station (3 mins) and take the ITX train to Cheongpyeong 청평역 (35 mins, ₩4500).

From Cheongpyeong Station (exit 1) , take city bus no. 30-6/30-7  to The Garden of Morning Calm, the terminal stop, 25 mins. ​ If preferred, taxi from Cheongpyeong Station to The Garden of Morning Calm takes about 17 mins, ₩16,600.​

**For overview only. Use Naver Map / KakaoMap App for the latest bus schedule based on your travel time. Info on the full bus schedule is also available at the station & morning calm bus stops. ** 

💡Tourist Information, bus stop & taxi stand are all conveniently located outside Cheongnyangni Station .

www.morningcalm.co.kr

The Garden of Morning Calm is the oldest private garden in Korea , founded by Professor Han Sang-kyung with vision to create a world-class garden that embraces the beauty of Korea .

The Garden of Morning Calm with a total area of 330,000㎡ has  over 5,000 kinds of plants and 22 distinctive themes .

This beautiful and artistic garden can be enjoyed in all seasons, including the Lighting Festival (Dec-Mar) in Winter.

a) Entrance & Filming Location

b) Dropping Tree Garden & Sunken Garden

c) Road to Heaven

d) Pond Garden, Korean Garden & Open Air Stage

e) Pine and Japanese Oak Forests Trail

f) Wild Flowers in Spring

g) Green House

h) Plant Shop

Winter & Garden of Morning Calm Lighting Festival (Dec - Mar)

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#Info_Gapyeong City Tour Bus

Adjacent to the province of Gangwon-do, the city of Gapyeong in Gyeonggi-do is nestled in amongst mountains and rivers. Its beautiful landscape makes it a popular tourist destination in Korea. From Seoul, Gapyeong can be accessed by the Gyeongchunseon Subway Line (which connects Seoul and Chuncheon in Gangwon-do) from Sangbong Station (Seoul Subway Line 7, the Gyeongchunseon Line, and the Jungangseon Line). From Cheongnyangni Station (Seoul Subway Line 1 and the Jungangseon Line), visitors can board the ITX Cheongchun Train and reach Gapyeong in just 40 minutes. If you want to spend a day getting the most out of your trip to Gapyeong, be sure to take a trip on the Gapyeong City Tour bus.

Jarasum Island is nestled on the Bukhangang River and is accessible by bridge. This natural tourist site features a riverside driving course around the island, Ewhawon Garden, and Jarasum Island Auto-Camping Site. Every year when the fall comes into full swing, the island hosts the Jarasum International Jazz Festival. During the winter season, the island gets even more crowded with the opening of the Jarasum Singing Winter Festival, making it full of exciting experiences to see and enjoy.

※ Nami island

A pivotal filming location of the Korean drama Winter Sonata, which went on to become hugely popular abroad and a key driver of hallyu (the Korean cultural “wave” throughout large parts of Asia), Nami Island can be accessed by boat. The boat fare is not included in the City Tour Bus fare. On the island, visitors will discover Metasequoia Road, Ginkgo Road, and Birch Road, all popular promenades with rejuvenating atmospheres. There are also various activities to enjoy, including bicycle riding, trains, and the Namiseom Zip Wire (zip line). Because it is part of Chuncheon, Nami Island can also be visited on a Chuncheon City Tour bus.

※ Petite France

Meaning “small France”, Petite France is a theme park featuring small European-style buildings surrounded by mountains and a lake. The village has a model house built like a traditional French house, as well as a memorial hall dedicated to Saint-Exupery, the author of the celebrated French novel Le Petit Prince. There are also various things to enjoy, including a traditional French hand puppet show, a Czech traditional puppet show, concerts, and magic shows. Petite France was also the filming location of Korean dramas such as Secret Garden and Beethoven Virus, as well as TV variety program Running Man. The village has become a must-see tourism destination for those visiting Gapyeong.

※ The Garden of Morning Calm

The Garden of Morning Calm, which features various rare species of flowers and trees native to Korea, boasts its beauty throughout the year. With thousands of types of flora on the grounds, the place hosts seasonal and special festivals throughout the year: in March and April, the Korean Peninsula Wild Flower Exhibition; in April and May, the Spring Festival; in June, the Iris Festival for fans of iris; in July and August, the beautiful Rose of Sharon Festival; in September, the Wild Chrysanthemum Exhibition, which fills the entire garden; in October and November, the Chrysanthemum Festival; and finally, from December to February of the following year, the Lighting Festival welcomes visitors with dazzling lights after sunset.

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Hi there, Thanks for the informative guide on how to get to Nami island and Petite France. I have a question. 1) When reaching Gapyeong station and taking the 09:10 city bus tour at Gapyeong Station to Nami Island, do we need to take ferry to nami island? Or the bus will drop us at nami island and we can start exploring?

hi, yes, you still need to take ferry. The bus will drop you off in front of the gate where people line up to ride the ferry to Nami Island.

Hi! Sorry for the anonymous. Did you not take the ITX train to gapyeong station? Do you know the difference between only taking the subway (like you did) and taking the ITX? Thanks!

Hi. No problem. Well,there's difference in terms of the time it takes to reach the destination and the fare. If it took us more than 2 hours from seoul to gapyeong via subway,with itx, within an hour, you can reach Gapyeong. But of course it's more expensove than ordinary subway.

hello, just in case the bus are full, we are planning to take taxi to reach nami island and ride the bus later when we are going to petite france, but i wonder can i just buy the bus ticket to the driver when we enter the bus for the next trip? or is there any place that sell the ticket apart from the bus driver?

yes, you can buy it from the driver. If the bus is full, I suggest you still ride and just stand because it only takes less than 10 minutes from Gapyeong Station to Nami Island, very very near, you don't need to spend extra 3,000 won for the taxi fare

Hello I would like to know what time city bus tour back to Gapyeong terminal from petite france, since I'm just planning to visit nami island and petite france.

hi there, you can follow the timetable on this itinerary if you want. That means you don't need to get off to any other tourist destinations but you just get of at the Cheongpyeong terminal. But if you want to maximize your time, you can check the timetable at the city tour bus waiting area in Gapyeong station.

hi there, a little bit confused, is petite france different place with edelweiss swiss theme park?

Yes, they are different. Both places are in Gapyeong but they're in different location

Any other places to visit around Nami like Mt. Sorak? Do you think we don't need to spend 1night at the ski resort around that area?

I really find this blog very helpful.i have a question,though.does the Gapyeong city tour bus stop at Gapyeong rail park?i wanted to visi Gapyeong rail park,nami island and garden of the morning calm. What itinerary do you suggest for me.thank you very much in advance. I am a solo traveler,by the way.

Hi beatrice. Thanks for visiting. The bus will pass by the rail park but it won't stop there sadly. You can visit petite france though instead of rail park. If you can speak korean and you have convincing power, you may try to tell the bus driver to get you off the rail park. If not, take public transportation to the rail park.

Hello! during our last visit, the gapyeong tour bus stopped at the rail park :)

Hi there. Oh wow. That's cool. Did they include the rail park already in the itinerary?

Perfect piece of work you have done, this website is really cool with superb information.

Hi where can I find the latest time table of Gapyeong city tour bus? Thanks!

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3 Best Ways to Get to Nami Island from Seoul (2024 Guide)

Want to know how to get to Nami Island from Seoul, Myeongdong, Hongdae and Dongdaemun easily? Let me share with you in step-by-step on how to get there.

Basically, there are 3 efficient ways to go to Nami Island which are ITX train , shuttle bus and private car service .

Aside from these 3 methods, you also have another choice to reach Nami Island which is via subway but it can be time-consuming . Don’t worry, I’ll walk you through all these methods in detail including how to ride subway to Nami Island.

Not only that, in this blog, I’ll show you the key differences between these 4 transport modes so you won’t have a hard time choosing the right option.

All in all, this comprehensive guide will help you to reach Nami Island easily and also give you a better idea of how to pick the right transport mode according to your needs and budget.

Let’s get started.

3 Ways to Get to Nami Island from Seoul:

• Take ITX Train   (A Step-by-step Guide)
• Take a Direct Shuttle Bus   (Easiest and Save Time – Highly Recommended)
• Take a Private Car or Van   (Fastest)

Additional Method: Subway   (Not so recommended – Slowest)

A Guide to Visit Nami Island and Nearby Attractions:

How to Visit Nami Island and Petite France in One Day

How to visit nami island, petite france and the garden of morning calm in one day, how to get to nami island from seoul by itx train.

The most standard way of getting to Nami Island is by taking ITX train . There are 2 train stations in Seoul for you to ride ITX train to Nami Island. These 2 stations are Cheongnyangni Station and Yongsan Station .

To make your trip to Nami Island more successful and easier, I’m going to share with you the guides below to save your research time.

• How to take ITX train to Nami Island
• How to book ITX train ticket online
• How to cancel your ITX train ticket and get a refund
• How far is Nami Island
• How much does a trip to Nami Island cost
• How to go back from Nami Island

So, let’s start with the first one.

How to take ITX train to Nami Island (In 5 Steps)

Step 1. Take Subway to Cheongnyangni Station or Yongsan Station

The first step is to take subway to ITX train station. There are 2 ITX train stations for you to ride the ITX train to Nami Island which are Cheongnyangni Station or Yongsan Station .

So, let me share with you which ITX train station you should go if you plan to depart from Seoul Station, Myeongdong, Hongdae and Dongdaemun.

I would suggest you to take ITX train at Cheongnyangni Station if you plan to visit Nami Island from Myeongdong or Dongdaemun . This is because the travel time to Nami Island is shorter if you take ITX train from Cheongnyangni Station compared to Yongsan Station.

Conversely, if you plan to depart from Hongdae or Seoul Station to Nami Island, then you should ride the ITX train at Yongsan Station .

Now, let’s start knowing which subway line to take for you to reach ITX train stations – Cheongnyangni Station and Yongsan Station.

i. Seoul Station to Yongsan Station

• Ride the Line 1 from Seoul Station Yongsan Station.
• After leaving the subway at Yongsan Station, you just need to follow the direction boards over there to ride the ITX train. The ITX train is located inside the Yongsan Station too.

Single Trip Fare = 1,400 won Travel Time Required = 5 minutes

ii. Myeongdong to Cheongnyangni Station

• Take the Line 4 from Myeongdong Station to Dongdaemun Station.
• Alight at Dongdaemun Station and the change to Line 1 .
• Catch the Line 1 from Dongdaemun Station to Cheongnyangni Station.
• After you get off the subway at Cheongnyangni Station, you should go out the Exit 4.
• Then, walk to Cheongnyangni Station (ITX train station). It’s located just on the right-side of the Exit 4.

Single Trip Fare = 1,400 won Travel Time Required = 20 minutes

iii. Dongdaemun to Cheongnyangni Station

• Alight at Cheongnyangni Station and then head for the Exit 4.
• After you go out the Exit 4, you should turn right and then walk to Cheongnyangni Station (ITX train station) in less than 1 minute.

Single Trip Fare = 1,400 won Travel Time Required = 7 minutes

iv. Hongdae to Yongsan Station

• Take the Gyeongui-Jungang Line from Hongik University Station to Yongsan Station.
• After you get off the subway at Yongsan Station and just follow the ITX direction boards to ride the ITX train. The ITX train is located inside the Yongsan Station as well.

Single Trip Fare = 1,400 won Travel Time Required = 10 minutes

Step 2. Purchase ITX train ticket at Cheongnyangni Station or Yongsan Station

Proceed to ITX ticketing counter when you reach Cheongnyangni Station or Yongsan Station. You can purchase the ITX train ticket at the ticketing counter over there.

Often than not, the earlier time slots sell fast especially peak season and school holiday. So, better book the train ticket online to secure the morning time slot for ITX train.

If you book the ITX train ticket online, you can skip the ticketing counter and board the train directly. So, if you want to know how to book ITX train ticket online, simply refer here .

Cheongnyangni Station to Gapyeong Station: Single Trip Fare = 5,700 won Travel Time Required = 40 minutes

Yongsan Station to Gapyeong Station: Single Trip Fare = 6,900 won Travel Time Required = 60 minutes

Step 3. Board the ITX train from Cheongnyangni Station or Yongsan Station to Gapyeong Station

If you purchase from ticketing counter, simply show your physical ticket to the staff at the boarding gate for you to take the ITX train.

Conversely, if you book online, you just need to show printed ticket or soft copy ticket (e-ticket) from your smartphone to the staff over there for you to board the ITX train. It’s just that simple.

Since, the nearest train station to Nami Island is Gapyeong Station . So, remember to take ITX train to Gapyeong Station. From there, simply take a bus or taxi to Nami Island in 5 minutes . Now, let’s proceed to the next step to know in detail on how to reach Nami Island from Gapyeong Station.

Step 4. Hop aboard the Gapyeong City Tour Bus from Gapyeong Station to Gapyeong Wharf (Ferry Terminal to Nami Island)

When you reach Gapyeong Station, you have 2 options to get to Nami Island.

Option 1: Gapyeong City Tour Bus

The first option is to hop on the Gapyeong City Tour Bus to Gapyeong Wharf. From there, you can take a zip-wire or ferry to Nami Island. You’ll know more about these in the next step.

Here are the Gapyeong City Tour Bus ticket prices.

The bus fares of Gapyeong City Tour Bus: Adult: 8,000 won Child: 6,000 won Child (Below 3 years old): Free

➢ You can purchase the ticket from driver when you on board the bus. The bus fare can be paid by cash or T-Money Card. ➢ The Gapyeong City Tour Bus ticket allows you unlimited rides on the Gapyeong City Tour Bus and yes, you can hop on and off at any stop you want.

The travel time from Gapyeong Station to Gapyeong Wharf (for Nami Island) via Gapyeong City Tour Bus is about 5 minutes .

For your easy reference, below are the schedules of Gapyeong City Tour Bus. This tour bus not only take you to Nami Island, but also can bring you to nearby attractions such as Petite France and Garden of Morning Calm.

Take Notes:

• The label of “Nami Island” from the schedules of Gapyeong City Tour Bus is represents “Gapyeong Wharf”.
• The label of “Morning Calm Arboretum” from the schedules of Gapyeong City Tour Bus is represents “The Garden of Morning Calm”.

Option 2: Taxi

Another option is to take a taxi from Gapyeong Station to Gapyeong Wharf (for Nami Island) and the taxi fare is about 6,000 won .

Where to take the Taxi and Gapyeong City Tour Bus

The taxi stand and the bus stop of Gapyeong City Tour Bus are very easy to locate. Because these 2 waiting areas are located just in front of the Gapyeong Station.

Step 5. Take a Skyline Zip-wire or ferry from Gapyeong Wharf to Nami Island

When you reach Gapyeong Wharf, you have 2 options to get to Nami Island .

Option 1: Ferry

The most common way of getting to Nami Island from Gapyeong Wharf is by taking a ferry .

You can purchase the ferry ticket at Gapyeong Wharf. So, here are the round-trip ferry fares and schedule.

Nami Island Entrance Fee and Round-trip Ferry Fares: Adult (18 – 69): 16,000 won Senior (70 and above): 13,000 won Teenager (13 – 17): 13,000 won Child (3 – 12): 10,000 won Child (Below 3 years old): Free

Recommendation: Buy your Nami Island tickets online . You will receive e-tickets via email, which can simply be shown on your phone for access to the island. This approach helps you skip the long queues at the ticket counter.

➢ The ferry costs are already included the admission fee to Nami Island.

Ferry Schedule (From Gapyeong Wharf): 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM (Depart every 30 minutes) 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Depart every 10 to 20 minutes) 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM (Depart every 30 minutes)

➢ Just a 5-minute ferry ride from Gapyeong Wharf to Nami Island. ➢ The Nami Island opening hours is same as ferry schedule.

After purchasing ferry ticket, you can proceed to board the ferry which is just beside the ticketing counter.

Option 2: Zip-wire

If you’re looking for an exciting way to get into Nami Island, then you can consider to take the Skyline Zip-wire . It can give you to see the entire view of the island when you transfer from Gapyeong Wharf to Nami Island.

Zip-wire Cost: 49,900 won

➢ The zip-wire ride from Gapyeong Wharf to Nami Island is about 1 minute. ➢ Kindly take note that the zip-wire is only one-way, you need to take a ferry when you want to go back from Nami Island. ➢ The price is already included admission fee to Nami Island and a return trip ferry ticket. ➢ For zip-wire ride, you need to meet these criteria – height is between 140 cm and 200 cm & weight is between 35 kg and 120 kg.

Zip-wire Operating Hours: 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM (April to October) 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM (November to March)

How to Book ITX Train Ticket Online

The ITX train will be crowded during peak season and school holiday. Furthermore, reserved seats on ITX train may even be fully booked especially on weekends, so I would suggest making reservations in advance.

Now, let me walk you through 5 simple steps to book your ITX train ticket online.

Step 1. Visit Korail Website

First, visit the Korail website here . Then, follow the steps below to assist you search the ITX train to Gapyeong Station.

• Travel Type – Normal Type
• Travel Path (Direct/Transfer) – Direct
• Date of Departure – Select your preferred date and time to visit Nami Island. You may set the “Hour” as 0 if you want to see a full list of departure times.
• Departure / Arrival – Set departure as “Cheongnyangni”/ “Yongsan” and arrival as “Gapyeong”
• Type of Train – ITX-Cheongchun
• (Type and Number of) Passengers – Total people to ride the train
• Click on “Inquiry” button.

➢ If you stay in Myeongdong or Dongdaemun, then you should choose departure as “Cheongnyangni”. On the other hand, you should choose “Yongsan” as departure if you stay in Hongdae or near Seoul Station.

Step 2. Check ITX Train Departure Times

Now, you will see a full list of information like ITX train departure times, arrival times and so on. You can click on the “Magnifying Glass” icon to know the train fare.

Once you have confirmed your preferred departure time, you can click on the “Select” link.

Step 3. Fill in Your Personal Details

Fill in your personal details together with password. The password is used for cancelling your train ticket or re-print it. But you can also cancel your train ticket or re-print it by using your email address.

After you’ve finished fill in your detail, click on “Next” button.

Step 4. Make a Payment for Your ITX Train Ticket

Now, it’s time to make a payment for your train ticket via credit card.

If you depart from Cheongnyangni , the train fare is 5,700 won (Previously was 4,800 won) for adults and 2,800 won for children . On the other hand, if you depart from Yongsan , the train fare is 6,900 won for adults and 3,400 won for children .

Step 5. Print out Your ITX Train Ticket

After you make the payment successfully, you will receive an e-ticket immediately. Just print it out or save it to your smartphone. You can board the ITX train directly via soft copy ticket from your smartphone or physical ticket that you have printed out.

How to Cancel Your ITX Train Ticket and Get a Refund

If you change your mind and want to take a shuttle bus to Nami Island , then here’s how to cancel your train ticket and then get a refund, step-by-step.

Step 1. Visit Korail website and then look for REISSUE/REFUND tab

The first thing you should do is to go to REISSUE/REFUND tab on Korail website. Then, choose “Refund” option and fill in your name, email address/password/credit card number and nationality. After done, proceed to click on “Inquiry” button.

*The “Reissue” option is used for re-print the train ticket.

Step 2. Proceed to cancel your ITX ticket and then request for a refund

Select the ticket you wish to cancel and then click on “Refund” button. It’s just that simple. You may refer this link to know how much you can get a refund.

How Far is Nami Island

The average travel time to Nami Island via ITX train, Gapyeong City Tour Bus and ferry is about 60 minutes.

So, here is a detailed breakdown of travel times (approximated) to Nami Island by public transports for your easy reference. These tables will show you how long does it take to go to Nami Island from these 4 locations – Seoul Station, Myeongdong, Dongdaemun and Hongdae.

From Seoul Station

From Myeongdong

From Dongdaemun

From Hongdae

How Much Does a Trip to Nami Island Cost

If you are planning to visit Nami Island, you may wonder how much you need to spend during your trip.

So, let’s refer the tables below to know how much does a round-trip cost to Nami Island via ITX train, Gapyeong City Tour Bus and other necessary transport modes.

How to Go Back from Nami Island

Most people only share with you the way of getting to Nami Island. But, how about the return trip? Did you know how to go back from Nami Island to Seoul?

If your answer is NO, then let me share with you in here for the return trip. 😊

Below is a step-by-step guide to teach you how to go back from Nami Island to Seoul.

• Hop on the ferry from Nami Island to Gapyeong Wharf.
• Ride a Gapyeong City Tour Bus from Gapyeong Wharf to Gapyeong Station.
• Take ITX train from Gapyeong Station to Cheongnyangni Station/ Yongsan Station.
• From Cheongnyangni Station/ Yongsan Station, you can take subway go back to your staying place.

➢ If you stay in Myeongdong or Dongdaemun, I would suggest you to get off the ITX train at Cheongnyangni Station to save your travel time. ➢ If you stay in Hongdae or near Seoul Station, then you should leave the ITX train at Yongsan Station.

How to Get to Nami Island by Shuttle Bus

If you don’t have enough time to plan a trip to Nami Island, you can pick a shuttle bus . This is the easiest option for you if you don’t prefer train transfers because it is a direct shuttle bus to Nami Island from the downtown Seoul.

There are 3 assembly locations for you to get on the bus that are Myeongdong , Dongdaemun and Hongdae . Know more about the departure times, assembly locations and the latest price through the link below.

• Check out the shuttle bus price here

Do you want a convenient and stress-free day trip to Nami Island, Petite France, Garden of Morning Calm and Gangchon Rail Bike?

You can join a bus tour to visit Nami Island and its surrounding attractions.

Check the table below for popular bus tours from Seoul to Nami Island. It includes package prices, meeting locations, pick-up times, and tour itineraries for your convenience.

I suggest taking a bus tour for visiting Nami Island and other sights. It’s easier than going by yourself and you won’t get lost.

The tour includes bus rides, ferry tickets, and entrance fees . It’s good for everyone, whether you’re alone, with friends, family, kids, or elderly .

The bus picks you up from convenient locations near Myeongdong, Hongdae, and Dongdaemun subway stations.

For tour prices, look at the table above. This way, you can enjoy your day without any stress.

My Popular Post: 17 Best Things to Do in Nami Island (Be sure to check out this article where I will share the must-see spots in Nami Island. Also, from this article you can find out what to do and see at Garden of Morning Calm, Petite France, and Gangchon Rail Bike.)

How to Go to Nami Island by Private Car or Van

If you’re looking for the fastest way to get to Nami Island, then simply book this private car or van service .

With this private car or van service, you can choose the places you want to visit, how long to stay in there and also when to go. In addition, you’re able to plan your own itinerary that tailor your interests, needs and time frame.

Aside from this, there will be hotel pick-up and drop-off services . So, all you have to do is sit back, relax, and wait for your arrival at Nami Island.

Another impressive feature of choosing private car or van service is you’ll be accompanied by a local professional guide that will assist you all day long. He or she can help you all the ins and outs of the attractions that you wish to visit.

You can consult and ask for recommendations , from the best photo opportunities to famous food spots.

To top it all, the local expert guide can speak English and Chinese . So, if you have any questions about your trip to Nami Island, you can simply ask them.

Because of these advantages, it’s suitable for those travelling by group or families with kids and senior parents.

Planning to avail of the private car or van service? Click here to see the prices.

How to Go to Nami Island by Subway

If you’re on a tight budget, the cheapest way to get from Seoul to Nami Island is by taking subway .

However, do take note that this is not a high-speed train, so this option can be time-consuming . The average travel time to Nami Island by subway is about 100 minutes .

Did you know that you can take ITX train to Nami Island other than subway? You can read my guide here to know how to ride the ITX train to Nami Island which is much faster than using subway.

Now, it’s time to go back to the main topic on how to take subway from:

• Myeongdong to Nami Island
• Seoul Station to Nami Island
• Hongdae (Hongik University Station) to Nami Island
• Dongdaemun to Nami Island

So, let me show you in detail how to reach Nami Island by subway through the guide below.

1. Myeongdong to Nami Island

• Catch the Line 4 from Myeongdong Station to Dongdaemun Station.
• Alight at Dongdaemun Station and the transfer to Line 1 .
• Board the Line 1 from Dongdaemun Station to Hoegi Station.
• Alight at Hoegi Station and then change to Gyeongchun Line .
• Take the Gyeongchun Line from Hoegi Station to Gapyeong Station.
• The subway takes about 102 minutes to reach Gapyeong Station and single trip fare is 2,400 won.
• After you get off the subway at Gapyeong Station, you can take a taxi or Gapyeong City Tour Bus from Gapyeong Station to Gapyeong Wharf. The Gapyeong City Tour Bus costs 8,000 won.
• At Gapyeong Wharf, take a ferry to Nami Island for 5 minutes. The ferry fare is 16,000 won (round-trip).
• The one-way journey takes about 112 minutes and costs 26,400 won .

2. Seoul Station to Nami Island

• Hop on the Line 1 from Seoul Station to Hoegi Station.
• Alight at Hoegi Station and then transfer to Gyeongchun Line .
• Catch the Gyeongchun Line from Hoegi Station to Gapyeong Station.
• The single journey takes about 108 minutes and costs 2,400 won from Seoul Station to Gapyeong Station.
• After you leave the subway at Gapyeong Station, you can take a Gapyeong City Tour Bus (8,000 won) or taxi to Gapyeong Wharf.
• At Gapyeong Wharf, just board a ferry to Nami Island (5 minutes,  16,000 won – round-trip tickets).
• The single journey takes about 118 minutes and costs 26,400 won .

3. Hongdae (Hongik University Station) to Nami Island

• Catch the Gyeongui-Jungang Line from Hongik University Station to Mangu Station
• Alight at Mangu Station and then change to Gyeongchun Line .
• Take the Gyeongchun Line from Mangu Station to Gapyeong Station.
• The subway fare is 2,500 won and it takes 95 minutes to Gapyeong Station.
• Alight at Gapyeong Station and then take a Gapyeong City Tour Bus (8,000 won) or taxi from there to Gapyeong Wharf.
• At Gapyeong Wharf, hop aboard a ferry (5 minutes, 16,000 won) to Nami Island.
• The total travel time is about 105 minutes and single trip fare is 26,500 won .

4. Dongdaemun to Nami Island

• The travel time from Dongdaemun Station to Gapyeong Statio is 97 minutes and subway fare is 2,400 won.
• After you leave the subway at Gapyeong Station, you can take a taxi or Gapyeong City Tour Bus (8,000 won) from there to Gapyeong Wharf.
• Lastly, take a ferry to Nami Island from Gapyeong Wharf, which will take 5 minutes only. The ferry fare is 16,000 won for round-trip.
• The single trip takes around 107 minutes and costs 26,400 won .

Are you planning a day trip to Nami Island and Petite France?

To help you, here’s a detail guide to visit Nami Island and Petite France from Seoul by ITX train and Gapyeong City Tour Bus.

A Step-by-step Guide to Visit Nami Island and Petite France by ITX Train

• Hop aboard the ITX train from Cheongnyangni Station or Yongsan Station to Gapyeong Station.
• After leaving the ITX train at Gapyeong Station, you should walk to the bus stop of Gapyeong City Tour Bus. It’s located just in front of the Gapyeong Station.
• Hop on the Gapyeong City Tour Bus from Gapyeong Station to Gapyeong Wharf (Ferry Terminal to Nami Island).
• Board a ferry to Nami Island when you arrive at Gapyeong Wharf.
• After finishing your visit in Nami Island, walk to Nami Wharf for taking a ferry back to Gapyeong Wharf.
• Hop on the Gapyeong City Tour Bus from Gapyeong Wharf to Petite France.
• After completing your tour at the Petite France, you should take the Gapyeong City Tour Bus to Cheongpyeong Station.
• From there, you can take the ITX train go back to Cheongnyangni Station or Yongsan Station.

*You may wonder why go back from Cheongpyeong Station instead of Gapyeong Station for your return trip. This is because Cheongpyeong Station is nearer to Petite France compared to Gapyeong Station. You may refer the Gapyeong City Tour Bus schedule below to know the answer. 😊

Gapyeong City Tour Bus Schedule

Take Note: The label of “Nami Island” from the schedule of Gapyeong City Tour Bus is represents “Gapyeong Wharf”.

Travel Time

Take notes: For those who want to take the ITX train at Yongsan Station instead of Cheongnyangni Station, then here are the travel times: 1. Depart – Yongsan Station to Gapyeong Station = 60 minutes 2. Return – Cheongpyeong Station to Yongsan Station = 52 minutes

Total Travel Expenses + Entrance Fees

Take notes:

• The ferry costs are already included the entrance fee to Nami Island.
• The Gapyeong City Tour Bus ticket allows you unlimited rides on the Gapyeong City Tour Bus and yes, you can hop on and off at any stop you want.
• For those who wish to take the ITX train from Yongsan Station to Gapyeong Station, then the ITX train fare is 6,900 won.
• For those who want to take the ITX train back to Yongsan Station from Cheongpyeong Station, then the ITX train fare is 5,700 won.

Petite France Entrance Fee: Adult: 12,000 won Teen (Middle and High school): 12,000 won Child (3 years old to Elementary): 10,000 won

The total cost to visit Nami Island and Petite France = Total Transport Cost + Petite France Entrance Fee = 34,200 won + 12,000 won = 46,200 won

If you’re planning a DIY trip to Nami Island, Petite France and The Garden of Morning Calm from Seoul by ITX train, you’re in the right place.

Let me show you in step-by-step on how to visit these 3 famous attractions via the detailed guide below.

A Step-by-step Guide to Visit Nami Island, Petite France and The Garden of Morning Calm by ITX Train

• Board the ITX train from Cheongnyangni Station or Yongsan Station to Gapyeong Station.
• After you get off the ITX train at Gapyeong Station, head for the bus stop of Gapyeong City Tour Bus. It’s located just in front of the Gapyeong Station.
• Hop aboard the Gapyeong City Tour Bus from Gapyeong Station to Gapyeong Wharf (Ferry Terminal to Nami Island).
• Take a ferry to Nami Island when you reach Gapyeong Wharf.
• After completing your visit in Nami Island, walk to Nami Wharf for boarding a ferry back to Gapyeong Wharf.
• Hop aboard the Gapyeong City Tour Bus from Gapyeong Wharf to Petite France.
• After finishing your tour at the Petite France, just take the Gapyeong City Tour Bus to The Garden of Morning Calm.
• When you finish you tour at The Garden of Morning Calm, ride the Gapyeong City Tour Bus to Cheongpyeong Station.
• Then, take the ITX train from Cheongpyeong Station back to Cheongnyangni Station or Yongsan Station.

*You may ask why you should go back from Cheongpyeong Station instead of Gapyeong Station for your return trip. This is because Cheongpyeong Station is nearer to The Garden of Morning Calm compared to Gapyeong Station. You may refer the 2 nd schedules below to know the answer. 😊

Gapyeong City Tour Bus Schedules

Take notes: For those who plan to ride the ITX train at Yongsan Station instead of Cheongnyangni Station, then here are the travel times: 1. Depart – Yongsan Station to Gapyeong Station = 60 minutes 2. Return – Cheongpyeong Station to Yongsan Station = 52 minutes

• For those who plan to ride the ITX train from Yongsan Station to Gapyeong Station, then the ITX train fare is 6,900 won.
• For those who wish to ride the ITX train back to Yongsan Station from Cheongpyeong Station, then the ITX train fare is 5,700 won.

The Gardens of Morning Calm Entrance Fee: Adult: 11,000 won Teen (Middle and High school): 8,500 won Child (3 years old to Elementary): 7,500 won

The total cost to visit Nami Island, Petite France and The Garden of Morning Calm = Total Transport Cost + Petite France Entrance Fee + The Garden of Morning Calm Entrance Fee = 34,200 won + 12,000 won + 11,000 won = 57,200 won

I completely understand that it might be difficult to plan a proper Nami Island trip, especially if you’re a first-time visitor. Or, because of your busy work schedule might cause you don’t have enough time to do a proper research on how to go to Nami Island.

Hopefully, my sharing information in here can lessen your research time and make your Nami Island trip to be more convenient and memorable.

And if this blog has helped you, don’t forget to share this guide with your travel buddies through Facebook , Twitter , Pinterest , Gmail , or WhatsApp .

Wishing you a comfortable and wonderful trip to Nami Island! 😊

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26 thoughts on “3 best ways to get to nami island from seoul (2024 guide)”.

Hi 🙂 I would just like to ask if the price list on your blog is updated? Thank you.

The price will keep fluctuation and it’s depend on the season and promotion. But, you can check the latest price of Nami Island Day Tour in here.

If you like to know the latest entrance fees of Nami Island, Petite France and The Garden of Morning Calm, you can check the price from the official website links.

I have provided the attractions official website links on this page so that easier for you to check the latest prices.

Hope this can help you.

Wish you have an enjoyable holidays in Seoul and Nami Island 🙂

Regards, Josh

Hi, we are thinking to visit Nami Island next month with 2 kids. We would like to know how difficulty to reach Nami Island? Is there any subway directly go to Nami Island from Seoul? So, I don’t need to buy train tickets in advance.

Would appreciate for your answers. Thanks.

Great! Nami Island is a must-go place if you visit Seoul.

Unfortunately, there is no direct subway from Seoul to Nami Island.

If you prefer taking a public transport to Nami Island, I would suggest you to take ITX train instead of Subway because of shorter travel time.

Better book the ITX Train tickets in advance if you want to go to Nami Island by ITX train. Worried that no seat available if you only buy train tickets on that day.

You can read my step-by-step guide to Nami Island here to know how to book ITX Train ticket online and also how to get there via Gapyeong Tour Bus.

Alternative, you can join Day Tour to Nami Island if you want simple and easy ways to Nami Island.

You will be surprise that the Nami Island Day Tour is slightly cheaper than you take public transport to there.

Hope that my answers able to help you. 🙂

Thank you so much for your detailed information. Do we need to book the entrance tickets in advance or buy the tickets on the spots?

Thanks for your kind words, Jessie. Hope that my guide able to help you to plan a day trip to Nami Island.

The entrance tickets don’t need to book in advance and you can buy on the spots.

After read through your blog, we are planning to visit Nami Island, Petite France and The Garden of Morning Calm in the Autumn.

Thank you so much for sharing such useful information. Truly informative!

You are welcome, Mei Chi. I hope that my guide in here able to help you solve the doubt about how to go to Nami Island.

Most people didn’t aware that there are popular spots near to Nami Island such as Petite France and The Garden of Morning Calm.

Actually, they can visit those places with Nami Island in one day and then back to Seoul.

Hope that my sharing in here able to help you all plan a well trip to those places.

Have fun and happy holidays in South Korea!

I planning to Nami Island this December. When I made my train ticket reservation at Korail website, instead of Passport Number, it ask for Password. So I keyin a password number and not my passport number. When I fill in my credit card number and click Next, it said My Payment is complete without asking for TAC number. I’m afraid later when I go to the station to collect my ticket they won’t give it to me because it’s not same with my passport number.

By the way, the Password column only accept number and not alphabet and number. That’s why I didn’t keyin my passport number.

When I try to contact Korail, there is no email address on their website. Only Korail Customer Service Center number.

For precaution, I’m planning to cancel my ticket for refund with KRW400 penalty as my ticket is on Sunday and reserve a new ticket again.

Any idea how to solve my problem? Thanks

Hi Christopher,

For me, I think it should be fine. Since the system is asking the Password number instead of Passport number. Make sure that your name and email address are correct.

You can tell them your system is requesting Password number instead of Passport number when you redeem the train ticket. May be you can screenshot the page that asking Password number and show them if they said not same as passport number.

If you worry that your reservation are not valid, you may contact Korail Customer Service Center. I think this is the only way to approach them.

Hi, just to update you. I just booked the ITX from Yongsan to Gapyeong and was issued with the actual Korail train ticket! Last time you need to bring the confirmation slip and collect the ticket at the train station but now no need as they issue the actual train ticket after payment is made. Fyi 🙂

Thanks a lot for your update information. Travelers are more convenient to board the train by just print out the tickets after done the payment at Korail website.

That’s truly great and they don’t need to line-up for claiming physical tickets at ticket counter of ITX train station.

I will update the information in my blog post so that readers can get latest information of booking ITX train to Gapyeong Station.

Once again, thank you very much for your information. 🙂

Wish you have an enjoyable holidays in Nami Island and Seoul!

Hi Josh Thanks so much for the info and lovely photos. Hope you can help a bit. We’re planning to go Nami Island, Petite France and Morning Garden in Feb 2019, we’ll be going from Myeongdong. Instead of taking ITX, can we take the metro all the way to Gapyeong? And which place would you visit first and last for transport convenience? TIA

Kind regards Vanessa

Thank you Vanessa for your kind words. 🙂

Yes, you can take metro from Myeongdong to Gapyeong Station. But it will take longer time to reach Gapyeong Station compared to ITX Train. At least 24 stops from Myeongdong to Gapyeong Station.

Great for visiting Nami Island, Petite France and The Garden of Morning Calm!

Try to catch the first Gapyeong City Tour Bus to Nami Island so that you have more time to enjoy in Nami Island.

Since February 2019 is Winter Season, here is my suggested route for you: Nami Island > Petite France > The Garden of Morning Calm.

I would suggest to visit The Garden of Morning Calm at last stop so that you can see the colorful LED lighting in the evening and night-time.

After visiting The Garden of Morning Calm, you can take the Gapyeong City Tour Bus to Cheongpyeong Station. Then, take the metro back to Myeongdong.

For me, I would suggest you to take ITX Train instead of metro. So, you have more time to spend at the attractions.

But, you still can get there by metro.

Have a great holidays in Nami Island and Seoul! 🙂

I’m so glad to have found your blog, it is very detailed and informative.

We are planning to visit Nami sometime this October. We will be traveling with 2 young kids, a teenager and 3 adults. We plan to stay overnight at Nami Island, I believe there is only one hotel to book. Anyway, I’m quite confuse how to get there. The Day tour you mentioned with the arranged tour bus is usually same day round trip right? I mean, this does not apply staying overnight there? I’m quite confuse with the ITX train you mentioned, we will probably be staying in Myeongdong.. is it easy to find or board the ITX train from there? or is there a bus ride from myeongdong that goes directly to Nami without train transfer, etc..?

Your suggestions are highly appreciated. Thanks and Regards.

You’re most welcome Monica. 🙂

The Nami Island Day Tour Bus is same day round trip and without staying overnight.

You should take the subway from Myeongdong Station to Cheongnyangni Subway Station and then walk to Cheongnyangni Train Station to board the ITX train to Gapyeong Station.

There is no ITX train station at Myeongdong.

Sorry, I’m not sure whether got Public Bus to Nami Island or not.

If you want to stay overnight, you can plan to use ITX train.

Hope that my information can help you.

Wish you have an enjoyable holidays in Nami Island, Monica! 🙂

if i want to go back to seoul from nami, is there any gapyeong tour bus available? i mean the journey from nami island jetty to gapyeong station. for your information, i will go to nami island under the university programme which consists of 24 students plus one liaison officer. I still need to think which transport is the best

Yes, you can take the Gapyeong Tour Bus from Nami Island Jetty to Gapyeong Station.

Then, take the ITX Train back to Seoul.

If you want convenient way to Nami Island without transferring, you can consider taking round-trip shuttle bus to Nami Island from Seoul.

The shuttle bus will bring you directly to the Jetty of Nami Island.

Here is the link for you to check: Nami Island Round-Trip Shuttle Bus Price

Wish you have a great holidays in Nami Island! 🙂

Thanks for the detailed information. Do you suggest to buy train ticket in advance also for return trip from Garden of Morning Calm to Seoul?

I personal think that better book the ITX train ticket in advance together with return trip.

This can help you to secure a seat.

Wishing you a very happy holiday in Nami Island. 🙂

I would like to make an inquiry about private car charter for Nami Island + Petite France + Morning Calm for 8 persons (All Adults). If you could get me information about the price and the duration of the tour, it would be a pleasure.

You may check out the given link below to know the actual price and duration of the tour for 8 persons.

Click here to see the Private Tour Price and Information

Hope this can help you. 🙂

Wish you have an enjoyable holiday in Nami Island. 🙂

Hi, I want to ask if the day tours to Nami island is inclusive of round trip tickets from Central Seoul? And where can I see the departure and arrival timings? Thanks in advance.

Hi Valerie, yep. It’s a round-trip bus from the central Seoul. For the departure and arrival timings, you can check out from this website . 🙂

Hi Josh, thanks for the guide.

I’ve bought 5 tickets from Cheongnyangni to Gapyeong. But the all the tickets only show my name. Can we just use it or need to change the name?

Hi Syareeza, you can simply use the tickets; the names on them are not crucial. 🙂

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How to Get to Nami Island from Seoul (And Get Back)

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When traveling from Seoul to Nami Island, you have various options to suit any time or transport limitations you have. The most convenient and efficient way to get to Nami Island is via the ITX-Cheongchun train to Gapyeong Station . From there, a shuttle bus directly transports you to Nami Island, eliminating the need for multiple transfers and ensuring a smooth journey.

There are other options, however, and traveling from Seoul to Nami Island is a fantastic day trip if you’re looking for a peaceful retreat in nature. Below we cover various transportation options for how to get from Seoul to Nami Island whether you seek convenience, speed, or a leisurely scenic route.

• 🏝️ Basics of How to Get to Nami Island
• 🚄 Train to Nami Island
• 🚌 Shuttle Bus to Nami Island
• 🚕 Taxi to Nami Island
• 🚗 Car (Self-Drive to Nami Island)
• 🎫 Nami Island Ferry and Tickets
• 🏞️ Getting to Nearby Attractions
• ⌚ Best Time to Visit Nami Island
• ✍️ Tips for a Memorable Trip

🏝️ Basics of How to Get to Nami Island

Nami Island is renowned for its stunning tree-lined paths, charming spring or autumn vistas, and serene atmosphere. The island's location, surrounded by the Han River, adds to the breathtaking views. It's a popular spot among locals and tourists alike, especially for fans of the famous 2002 Korean drama Winter Sonata .

When planning your travel from Seoul to Nami Island, you have several ways to get there and back. We'll look at 4 options in this post: taking the train, using the shuttle bus, hiring a taxi, or driving your own car. Though for those looking for an adventure, the zipline to Nami Island is the best way to go!

The most popular way to get there is by taking the ITX-Cheongchun train to Gapyeong Station, though if you prefer a leisurely and scenic experience, taking a ferry to Nami Island is the way to go.

Riding the ferry lets you take your time and soak in the beauty of the vast countryside landscape as you make your way to Nami Island. This option is perfect for travelers who enjoy a more relaxed and immersive journey, though it's definitely more time-consuming.

🚄 Train to Nami Island

Before you ride the train or use public transportation in Seoul, you need to get a special card called “ T-Money .” It's a smart card that you can recharge with money to pay for your train, bus, and subway rides. You can buy the T-Money card whne you arrive at Incheon Airport , and add money to it at machines in the airport or subway stations.

Or you can go to a convenience store and ask the cashier to help you add money to your card; it's truly that easy. Having a T-Money card is easy and convenient, as you can just tap it to pay for your rides without buying separate tickets each time you travel— a handy way to get around the city & the rest of the country.

To get to Gapyeong Station from Yongsan Station, you can take the Gyeongchun Line train, the cheapest option, costing only ₩2,350 (~$1.75USD) using your T-Money card. The journey takes around 2 hours, and on holidays, the train might be crowded with both locals and tourists , so finding a seat might take some time once you board the train.

But it's a budget-friendly way to travel, and you can still enjoy the scenic views during the ride. Just be prepared for a bit of a wait if it's a busy day!

Foreigners can also use a Korail Pass , allowing them to enjoy perks like free seat reservations in any Korail transportation like the ITX. You can buy ITX tickets on the KTX website if you want to ride the ITX-Cheongchun train.

Taking the ITX-Cheongchun train from either Cheongnyangni Station or Yongsan Station to Nami Island is a smart choice for budget travelers , offering an affordable and efficient way to reach the beautiful island. Once you arrive at Gapyeong Station, you'll find 2 cost-effective options to continue your journey: a shuttle bus or a taxi.

🚌 Shuttle Bus to Nami Island

Another convenient option is to take the N ami Island Direct Shuttle Bus from Seoul. This service offers pickup points at Insadong, Namdaemun, and Myeongdong. The round-trip adult ticket costs ₩30,000 (~$24USD). The shuttle bus is an excellent option for those who prefer a hassle-free and direct mode of transportation.

The Gapyeong City Tour Bus, priced at ₩8,000 (~$6USD) per ticket, lets you explore the area at a reasonable cost. This bus is also designed to take you to various attractions in the region, making it a hassle-free way to experience the area’s beauty and charm. 

For an even more budget-friendly option, you can take city buses 33-5 or 33-36 from Gapyeong Station to Nami Island Ferry Terminal. These buses run approximately every 30 minutes, providing a convenient and affordable way to reach the island.

Using your T-Money card, you can board the bus for just ₩1,250 (~$1USD). The bus ride takes around 10 minutes to arrive at Nami Island, making it a quick and cost-effective choice. 

🚕 Taxi to Nami Island

Taxis are comfy and easy, but they cost more than trains or shuttle buses. If you take the ITX train to Gapyeong Station, you can hire a local taxi to go straight to Nami Island Ferry Terminal.

This is a good choice if you have luggage or want a ride to the island's entrance. Taking a taxi to Nami Island should be around ₩18,000 (~$13USD), which is not too bad for the convenience it offers. 

🚗 Car (Self-Drive to Nami Island)

If you want flexibility, rent a car to travel from Seoul to Nami Island Ferry Terminal. Note that no cars are allowed on Nami Island, so you’ll have to travel early to secure a spot in the limited car park by the island dock before riding a ferry or the zip line.

Driving lets you explore at your own pace and stop at other attractions. Remember to get directions and consider using a GPS, though you can also hire a driving service for more privacy. Rent a small car for up to 4 people, or a van for larger groups; the cost varies based on the vehicle and group size.

For example, a 7-seater van from Indiway might cost around ₩120,000 (~$90USD), which is still cheaper than a taxi or even train for the same number of people. This private car service offers a comfortable and personalized travel experience to Nami Island.

🎫 Nami Island Ferry and Tickets

You may be surprised to see Nami Island called ‘ Naminara Republic ’ the moment you arrive at Nami Island Ferry Terminal. This is actually something their marketing team whipped up to enhance the visitor experience and create a sense of uniqueness that sets them apart from other prime things to do in Seoul .

They even have pamphlets explaining this fictional identity, immersing visitors in the fantasy of Nami Island being a “separate country” with its own flag, currency, passport, and even citizenship.

You can get a Naminarian Passport worth ₩58,000 (~$45USD), but additional rates apply if you have children and pets. Having the passport also waives the need to pay the entrance fee of ₩16,000 (~$12USD), and comes with a few other rotating perks. 

Ferry Schedule and Tickets

The Nami Island Ferry operates from the Gapyeong Wharf and features a range of departure times throughout the day. The ferry schedule is as follows: from 8:00 am-9:00 am, departing every 30 minutes; from 9:00 am-6:00 pm, departing every 10-20 minutes; and from 6:00 pm-7:00 pm, departing every 30 minutes.

Notably, during the fall season (September-November), the ferries adjust their schedule on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays, departing half an hour earlier, commencing at 7:30 am, and concluding with the last trip at 9:00 pm.

Additionally, it's important to be aware that on the day before a holiday, the final ferry departs from Gapyeong Wharf at exactly 9:30 pm. To ensure timely planning, I recommend consulting the ferry schedule slip issued upon ticket purchase.

This useful schedule is ruled by the ticketing office, factoring in the anticipated weather conditions for the day.

On-Site Ticket Prices

If you prefer to purchase tickets on-site, please refer to the list below:

• Regular: ₩16,000 (~$12USD)
• Seniors (70+ years) and Students (Middle to High School Age): ₩13,000 (~$10USD)
• Children (36 months to Elementary School Age): ₩10,000 (~$7.50USD)
• Early Bird Discount (tickets purchased before 8:00 A.M.): ₩10,000 
• Other Special Conditions: ₩10,000 (see conditions in Naminara Republic website )

If you prefer to secure tickets beforehand to avoid long lines and wait times, visit third-party sites like Klook , Trazy , and Seoul Pass to purchase your ticket ahead of time.

Nami Island Zipline Option

For thrill-seekers, it’s always a fun option to zipline to the island. Visitors are strapped into a harness and launched along a long zipline, allowing them to glide over the vast, panoramic view of the Han River and the surrounding countryside. 

At 940 meters, the Nami Island Ziprider is widely known as the largest in Asia . Those who dare to climb the 80-meter-high tower at the start must also be prepared to pay ₩44,000 (~$34USD), which includes the island’s entrance fee and tickets to the return ferry.  For the same price, you can also go for a shorter zipline from Jara Island, just 640 meters long.

The Ziprider is open from 11:30 am-3:30 pm on weekdays and 9:00 am-6:00 pm on weekends.

Shuttle Bus Option

The most straightforward way to get to Nami Island is by using a shuttle bus service. Daily shuttle buses leave from Seoul (Namdaemun, Myeongdong, or Insadong) and go directly to Nami Island.

The bus ride takes only 1 hour and 30 minutes and leaves every morning at 9:30 am (8:30 am on Saturdays and Sundays). I recommend booking the service online to make sure you don’t run out of seats. Prices start from ₩25,000 (~$19USD) if you book through Klook or Trazy.

Metro Option

If you’d rather save money and don’t mind riding the Seoul Metro, follow this route: From Ride Line 1 in Seoul Station, get off Cheongnyangni Station, and transfer to the Gyeongchun Line until you reach Gapyeong Station. The whole trip takes around 1 hour and 35 minutes, according to Kakao Map and Naver Map .

After getting to Gapyeong Station, cross the road and find the bus stop 가평역 정류장(44789) and ride the bus 10-4. After 6 stops, the bus will indicate that you have arrived the Namiseom (남이섬총점 정류장(44884)). Once you have disembarked at the bus stop, follow the signs that take you to the Nami Island Ferry Terminal. 

🏞️ Getting to Nearby Attractions

Alpaca world.

Tourists who love fluffy animals can look forward to a unique and interactive experience (particularly popular with kiddos!). Alpaca World features several of these cuddly friends, that visitors can feed and walk with.

The theme park also offers a chance to observe the animals' daily lifestyle, as well as take photos with these friendly creatures, making it a delightful memory for animal lovers and families looking for something new.

The serene surroundings of Nami Island also provide the perfect backdrop to capture your moments with the alpacas. This day tour provides a relaxing trip to Alpaca World that’s fit for families or big groups.

Petite France

Petite France is a charming French village and theme park near Nami Island in Gapyeong, South Korea. It's famous for its European-style architecture, charming houses, and French cultural elements like romantic cuisine and crafts.

The place is a true cultural experience, and has been featured in innumerable Korean dramas and variety shows. To get there, take the Gapyeong City Tour Bus from Gapyeong Station, offering convenient transportation to Petite France, Nami Island, and other attractions in the area.

It's a cost-effective and hassle-free way to explore these beautiful destinations. Alternatively, you can opt for an all-in-one day tour package that includes Petite France, Nami Island, and nearby attractions for added flexibility and convenience.

Garden of Morning Calm

The Garden of Morning Calm in Gapyeong, South Korea, is a stunning botanical garden known for its serene landscapes and variety of Korean plants. It's a popular spot for nature lovers and offers a peaceful escape. 

The garden also features cafes, art installations, and seasonal events like spring flower festivals and autumn foliage festivals. Visitors can purchase plants and souvenirs at the garden's shop. It's a peaceful and visually captivating destination, perfect for nature lovers, photographers, and anyone seeking a serene escape from city life. 

To get there, take the Gapyeong City Tour Bus from Gapyeong Station, which also stops at other popular spots. For a hassle-free journey, consider booking a combined tour package that includes the garden and other nearby attractions. 

Gangchon Rail Bike

The Gangchon Rail Bike offers an exciting activity where you can pedal along an old railway track while enjoying the beautiful scenery. Specially designed for visitors to explore the stunning natural landscapes, including mountains, rivers, and forests, the rail bikes provide a unique and enjoyable experience.

The leisurely ride usually lasts about 40 minutes, making it suitable for individuals, couples, and families. 

To get to the Gangchon Rail Bike, take the Gapyeong City Tour Bus from Gapyeong Station. Once you arrive at the Gangchon Rail Bike entrance, you can purchase your tickets and embark on a leisurely ride along the old railway track - it's a fantastic way to immerse yourself in the region’s natural beauty.

If you choose to make reservations beforehand, you can book tickets online. Depending on the seat type, a single ticket costs ₩32,900 (~$25USD) to ₩40,800 (~$31USD) if you use third-party services like Trazy or Klook .

Legoland Korea is a fun place with lots of stuff to do, all centered around Lego. It's good for kids and grown-ups who are fans of these colorful building blocks (like ME)!

If you like exciting rides, try the Dizzy Disco Spin or the Water Maze; both of these rides make you feel like you're on an adventure. And if you like making things, there's a special place called the Robotic Play Centre where you can build your own robots using Lego.

But if you just want to watch something cool, there are shows, too. You can pick between a show where police characters do exciting things or a show about ninja adventures with Lego characters.

The park is open from 10 am-6 pm. To get in, tickets cost ₩40,000 (~$31USD) for kids and ₩50,000 (~$38USD) for grown-ups. Coming to Legoland is a nice respite for those seeking to unwind with their family, having fun and exploring everything Lego has to offer.

Gapyeong City Tour Bus

Exploring the popular attractions near Nami Island is made easy with the Gapyeong City Tour Bus. This convenient bus operates from Gapyeong Station and stops at key destinations like Nami Island, Petite France, Garden of Morning Calm, and the rail bike parks.

You have the freedom to hop on and off the bus at your leisure, giving you the flexibility to explore each site at your own pace. For your planning convenience, here's a breakdown of the bus fares: ₩6,000 (~$4.50USD) for adults, ₩3,600 (~$2.50USD) for children aged 4-12, and free for infants under 4 years old.

With the Gapyeong City Tour Bus, you're all set to make the most of your day trip from Seoul and discover the excitement of these nearby attractions.

⌚ Best Time to Visit Nami Island

When planning your trip from Seoul to Nami Island, consider the weather. From my experience, Nami Island is best explored during spring and fall but is also understandably famous for its winter views.

Spring (March to May)

Spring lets you enjoy the mesmerizing cherry blossom as a part of your view, as well as the gorgeous flowers that bloom all throughout the island. The pleasant weather also makes it easier for people to spot animals roaming around the island, and do outdoor activities like cycling, rowing- and simply enjoy the island’s beauty, of course.

Autumn (September to November)

Autumn paints Nami Island with an awe-inspiring palette of colors, captivating the hearts of both local and international visitors alike. As the air turns crisp and the leaves transform into a vivid symphony of hues, the island becomes a haven for leisurely strolls and captivating photography.

This enchanting backdrop sets the stage for an unforgettable experience. Moreover, the steamed buns sold near the gift shop taste twice as good, thanks to the splendid weather. 

Summer (June to August)

Amidst the summer’s hot and humid climate, Nami Island still has an irresistible allure that continues to attract many visitors. Families visit the island to engage in exciting water activities, as well as appreciate that flourishing expanse of greenery, while festivals continue to provide entertaining music and games to the public.

Since there are plenty of trees, Nami Island can be a cool destination to hide yourself away from the heat of the sun, still making it a popular summer destination.

Winter (December to February)

Winter unveils a truly enchanting realm adorned with snow-draped landscapes, inviting visitors into a world of wonder. The season offers the delightful opportunity to engage in a medley of winter pursuits, from the exhilaration of sledding to the grace of ice skating.

It’s important, however, to bundle up snugly and shield yourself from the biting cold of the relentless Korean winter.

Moreover, note that during this period, certain transportation options (like the ferry and the zipline) might be somewhat limited. Sometimes, there are also weather-induced closures that could momentarily temper your winter escapades, so always check the weather beforehand.

✍️ Tips for a Memorable Trip

• Plan Ahead and Create Your Itinerary

The first thing to do is find time to research Nami Island’s attractions, activities, and opening hours before your visit. The best way to do this is to check the Nami Island website or VisitKorea’s Namiseom page . When you plan ahead like this, you'll be ready to make the most of your trip. 

When planning your trip from Seoul to Nami Island, preparing a proper itinerary is important to remain organized and maximize your time. Knowing what to do and planning ahead lets you know how much money you might need for things like transportation, entertainment, and food. Plus, having a plan just makes it easier to get around.

Planning and creating your itinerary for Seoul and beyond helps you decide where to start your trip. For example, I suggest beginning in Myeongdong because it has currency exchange centers with good rates in Korea, and you can shop for supplies at the market and grab food before getting on the bus to Nami Island.

In addition to transportation fees and admission tickets, consider other additional expenses like souvenirs or guided tours. Before booking your trip and accommodations, it's wise to consult a trusted travel guide or website like Agoda or Booking for hotel recommendations and discounted rates.

Finally, always remember to follow more general travel advice: check visa requirements, keep your passport in a safe place, and be respectful of local customs and culture.

• Buy Tickets in Advance

You don’t want to miss opportunities because you didn’t buy tickets ahead of time - always book online by checking sites like Klook or Trazy to find discounted deals that could also help you save tons of money in advance.

Also note that there are ways to make your visits cheaper, like securing a Naminara Passport if you want to keep returning to Nami to experience all 4 seasons. 

• Bring a Translator

Papago is a fantastic way to communicate with the locals, considering that most of the older generation Koreans are not that well-versed in English. Most of the Nami Island staff are a bit on the older side, but they are friendly, kind, and helpful.

• Respect the Environment

Remember that most of the beings on Nami Island are animals. Walking around the paths and trails, you'll likely see lots of different animals. There are cute squirrels running among the trees and birds making beautiful sounds in the air, all of which make the island even more special.

People who like taking pictures and nature understandably enjoy watching and taking photos of these animals; it helps them feel closer to how nature works on the island. But when you explore Nami Island, remember to be aware and respectful of the animals that live there. 

• Be Mindful of Time

It’s essential to keep track of time during your exploration of Nami Island to make sure you can catch the last ferry back to the mainland. The ferry schedule is an important aspect to consider, as missing the final departure could potentially lead to challenges in returning to your hotel in Seoul . 

Therefore, as you lose yourself in the island's charm and myriad attractions, be sure to check the time every now and then and remember the departure time schedule. This ensures a smooth and stress-free overall visit, allowing you to reflect on the day's adventures as you journey back across the water to the mainland.

• Follow Necessary Safety Protocols 

When traveling to Nami Island from Seoul, it’s crucial to stay safe and follow COVID-19 guidelines. Check the VisitKorea website for more information on any current travel restrictions.

Consider wearing a mask, especially in crowded places like bus stations, ferry terminals, and popular spots on the island, and carrying extra ifn case your mask gets wet.

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Gapyeong City Tour Bus and Intra-City Bus

When you arrive at Gapyeong Station or Gapyeong Bus Terminal, You can see the two kinds of Bus Time table in each bus stops. One is for Intra-City Bus, and the other one is for Gapyeong City Tour Bus. Specially, Gapyeong City Tour bus go every Tourism attractions within Gapyeong Area. >>Go to Nami Island (남이섬) with minimal cost >>Gapyeong Rail Park (가평레일파크); the nearest Rail Bike from Seoul >>The Garden of Morning Calm (아침고요수목원); Lighting Festival (4 Dec.’15-13 Mar.’16)

1. Intra-City Bus for Nami Island

* Fare : KRW1,300 (adult) * You can get the transfer discount if you have arrived Gapyeong by Subway. ex) Sangbong Station (Seoul) → Subway → Gapyeong Station → bus → Nami Island then, the fare will be KRW2,150 (adult)

2. Gapyeong City Tour Bus

** If you want to hop in, off at ‘Grey color bus stops’ , MUST indicate to bus driver that you would like to hop off. also, hail a City Tour Bus to hop in. 🙂

Gapyeong Bus Terminal → Gapyeong Station → Jarasum → Gapyeong Rail Park → Nami Island → Petite France → Cheongpyeong Bus Terminal → Cheongpyeong Station → The Garden of Morning Calm

** In winter Season (Nov – Mar), The 15th bus leaving at Gapyeong Terminal (18:00) will run to Garden of Morning Calm (19:35).

** In winter Season (Nov – Mar), The 13th bus leaving at Morning Calm (18:00) will run to Petite France (18:50). In addition, The last bus from Garden of Morning Calm to Cheongpyeong Terminal will be at 20:00 ONLY in winter season.

* Fare : KRW6,000 (Adult) / KRW4,000 (4years-18years) ** Only Credit cards issued in Korea are available, so You better prepare for Cash.

However, if the Gapyoeng tour city bus is full, you have to wait till the next bus and it will be around 1 hour later… 🙁

If you still confused or don’t want to wait the bus, better to choose ‘ Gapyeong Day trip packages’ http://korealtrip.com/tour-category/suburb-of-seoul/

Choose private transport service  which you can go any 3 attractions in Gapyeong area and of course its including hotel pickup & drop off service! Inquiry now, It’s always free. http://korealtrip.com/trip/private-tour-nami-island-area/

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Can I use the same Gapyeong City Tour Bus Day Pass to travel from Cheongpyeong Station to the Garden of Morning Calm and then from the Garden of Morning Calm to Gapyeong Station Thank You

Hi, thanks for this very informative post. I saw that the first bus going to the garden of morning calm will be at 9:30am at cheong-pyeong terminal. Can i buy the gapyeong city bus ticket in cheong pyeong? Thank you.

excuse me,may I ask a question? Is the circle bus running daily (including public holidays)? thanks.

Hi, Would like to check Gapyeong City Tour Bus operate daily? Thanks.

I’d just like to check if there are any changes to the schedule for Gapyeong City Tour Bus.

Hi, I am planning to go to rail bike –> petite france –> 5pm morning calm (Light festival). I am wondering where we can have lunch and dinner around those areas? Thanks!

Hi, I just purchased the Rail bike tour ie 4 seater for 5/2/18 at 2 pm. I should have checked with you my intinerary however can you advice if this is OK as below: 1. Will arrive Gapyeong bus terminal about 9.50am (ITX chuncheon from cheongnyangi station) ticket destination is to chunceon as cannot find gapyeong station, hope that is ok) 2. Go to Nami ISland (City Tour Bus) 10am – 13.00pm 3. Nami Island 13.15 to Rail Bike 13.22pm 4. Book rail at 2pm – 4 seater 5. Proceed from Rail bike to Petite France 16.20 – 17.50 6. Then to Garden Morning Calm 18.35 – 20.00 pm

1. Is the above itinerary alright? 2. On that day I checked into Ecran Pension, gapyeong -eup, please advice how do I get there?

Appreciate your reply. Thank you

Hello 🙂 For the Intra City Bus, how do I identify the bus as I do not speak Korean and can we pay using our t-money card?

This is Young Kang Kim from Nami Island. I would like to inform you some changes made from Nami Island.

The price of admission fee has changed. From, General rate 10,000 won to 13,000 won Discounted rate 8,000 won to 10,000 won Special rate 4,000 won to 7,000 won *Entrance fee and ferry fares are included in the Visa fee. *Free ferry fares Jan1 – Jun30,2018 (Entrance fee: Regualr 10,000 won/ Discount 8,000 won/ Special 4,000 won)

So basically from July 1,2018 the price will be changed.

This is for you to refer and provide correct information to people.

Intra City Bus tour bus does not bring you to Morning Calm or Petite France?

Hello, I would like to check, where can i get a copy of the updated Gapyeong City Tour Bus Timetable? I have tried looking for it on the Gapyeong website but couldnt find it.

Thank You!! 🙂

Hi Your blog and information are very good. May I ask a few questions as I searched a lot on the internet but could hardly find the exact answers in English. I am going to Gapyeong on 25th Dec, with my husband and 5yr-old boy. We plan to go to Nami Island, Rail Bike and Garden of Morning Calms (+/- other places if time is sufficient). I will be living in at Benikea Premier Hotel Dongdaemun, near the Dongmyo Station Exit 3 (Line 1/6) and Shinseoldong Station Exit 6 (Line1 /2). (1) Can you suggest an itinerary that can best avoid traffic/crowds? I know, it’s a Sunday. (2) Should we travel by Subway or by the ITX train? I don’t exactly understand what you meant on the difference between subway and ITX train. Which is better in timing & cost? (3) And which stations to transfer from Dongmyo/Shinseoldong stations on our way to Gapyeong? Is it necessary to buy ITX Train tickets in advance – any chance the train is full and couldn’t get in if I do not buy tickets in advance? (4) I can only find the 2017 Gapyeong city bus Course A schedule online in Korean. Just want to know if the Last Bus from Garden of Morning Calms to Cheongpyeong station is still 19:30? And which stations do I get transfers on our way back to Dongmyo? (5) What time should I start to go line up for the last bus? (6) Is it too cold or grumpy to play with Rail Bike at Xmas time? (7) Do you know if there’s any discount coupon for the bus ride / sight-seeing spots in Gapyeong? THANKS!!

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Nami Island Day Trip from Seoul: How to Cover the Best of Gapyeong (Petite France, Garden of Morning Calm, Rail Bike Park)

Plan your Nami Island day trip — a must-visit in South Korea!

Last updated: 24 July 2024

Photo credit: Visit Korea

Located in Gapyeong (가평), Nami Island ( 남이섬 ) is less than 2 hours from Seoul. It’s full of quaint sights, and relatively close to attractions like the Garden of Morning Calm ( 아침고요수목원 ) and the colourful, European-style buildings of  Petite France ( 쁘띠프랑스 ). No wonder K-dramas have used these spots as filming locations!

You can cover this popular day trip on your own with some careful planning. That said, there are also all-inclusive tours which cover transport from Seoul, attractions, and entrance tickets.

In this guide, we’ll share how we explored Nami Island on our own. But if you prefer a fuss-free experience, it’s worthwhile to hop on a tour!

And be sure to read till the end for an exclusive code to get 10% off your bookings for this day trip! 🤩

Read also: 7-Day First Timer’s South Korea Itinerary Under S$1k incl. Day Trips Out of Seoul

How to get to Nami Island from Seoul

Here are a couple of ways you can get to Gapyeong, the county where Nami Island is.

Seoul to Nami Island (Gapyeong) by train

Subway/Metro (~₩2,500/pax, 95mins): From Yongsan Station (용산 역 ), take the train to   Sangbong Station ( 상봉역). Transfer to Gyeongchun Line, then exit at Gapyeong Station ( Google Maps )

ITX-Cheongchun (From ₩6,600/pax, 60mins): From Yongsan Station (용산역) , take the ITX to Gapyeong Station  (가평역) ( Google Maps )

T-money does not pay for rides on the ITX, so you’ll need to purchase a separate ticket from Korail counters. We used our  Korail Pass  for this, so it was free for us (inclusive of free seat reservations!)

Check the schedule from the  Korail booking page  by typing Yongsan  and  Gapyeong  under the ‘Departure/Arrive’ fields.

Seoul to Nami Island (Gapyeong) by bus or car

Shuttle bus ( From ~S$30/pax ): Want to take on Nami Island DIY-style? Book a round-trip shuttle from Seoul .

Else, this  all-inclusive tour is your best bet! Get picked up from a central location (Hongdae or Myeongdong), and shuttle to Gapyeong. The private bus will bring you to attractions you’d like to cover, entrance included!

We wish we had taken this option instead ‘cos we ended up getting lost on the way to Nami Island from Gapyeong… but more on that later 😪

Private car: For added flexibility, hire a private car charter from Seoul. Or rent a car that you can pick up from Incheon Airport.

Getting around Gapyeong via bus

If you’re exploring Nami on your own, there’s a  Gapyeong City Tour Bus that runs from 9AM – 7PM. It starts at Gapyeong Station and covers Nami Island’s popular attractions.

For a flat rate of ₩8,000 (~S$8), purchase the Gapyeong Bus Pass from the bus captain for unlimited rides within a day. Keep this ticket and show it to the bus captain at every pickup point.

The bus comes at intervals of 1-2 hours depending on the season. It’s usually packed from 10AM – 2PM, so try to reach the bus stop earlier than scheduled. Miss a bus, and you might not be able to visit an attraction (or two) as the next bus will arrive at least an hour later.

Gapyeong City Tour Bus Schedule

Course A Bus Route

We made a mistake and took a bus in the WRONG direction while at Nami Island 😱

It cost us 2.5 hours of waiting and finding our way back. As a result, we missed our rail bike booking at 5PM! Please familiarise yourself with the schedule to avoid the same mistake we made.

Peak Season Schedule (Jan, Apr, May, Jun, Oct, Nov):

Off-peak Season Schedule (Feb, Mar, Jul, Aug, Sep, Dec):

We tried covering all four locations on our own back in 2017, when the Nami Island ferry started running earlier. Our day began at 5AM and we only spent a maximum of 2 hours at each spot!

To be honest, our schedule was pretty ambitious. So if you’d rather take it easy, you might want to skip one location, sign up for a guided day tour , or charter a car .

How to get from Gapyeong to Nami Island

There are two ways to get to Nami Island from Gapyeong Station . The most common way is to ride the Gapyeong City Tour Bus to Gapyeong Wharf, then ride a ferry . Your Nami Island admission ticket should come with a ferry ticket.

Pre-book your ticket via KKday to skip the lines, and simply present the QR code at the ferry gate!

The other way to get to Nami Island is by zip-lining … yep. The zip-line is only one-way, and you’ll have to leave the island by ferry. Ferries leave every 30 minutes from 8AM – 9AM and 6PM – 9PM, and every 10-20 minutes between 9AM – 6PM.

1) Nami Island (남이섬)

Strike a pose with auntie-killer Bae Yong-Joon’s life-sized copper statue!

Nami Island has been attracting many K-drama lovers since the early 2000s. It was popularised by Winter Sonata 겨울연가  (2002), an iconic K-drama that certainly ignited the Korean Wave worldwide.

A popular site for wedding shoots

It’s only an hour’s drive from Seoul, making it the perfect place for anyone who wants to relax and escape the rapid city pace.

Spot free-roaming bunnies and squirrels while you’re at Nami Island too!

Here’s a squirrel chilling between two kimchi huts.

Stop by the old rail tracks to take photos with ostriches on the island!

The redwood trees of Metasequoia Road and Central Korean Pine Tree Lane are a couple of popular photo spots. The tall, majestic trees just seem to go on and on forever.

Nami is exceptionally beautiful during autumn. Rows of pine and maple trees turn red and transform the island into a huge pumpkin spice latte. We were there in early autumn and the foliages were still green. But in November, Nami Island comes alive in a sea of red and gold!

Nami Island in Autumn . Photo credit: ⓒPhoto Korea – Kwon Ri-hwan

Feeling peckish? Try the hotteok (호떡) — a popular Korean red bean pancake — from the  Nami Island Sonata Cafe at ₩1,500/pc (~S$1.50). The hotteoks are freshly prepared, and make a great treat after the long walks around Nami Island!

Fun fact:  Nami Island declared its “cultural independence” on 1 Mar 2006. This imaginary “country” has invented its own passport, currency, stamp, and even telephone card!

Photo credit: ⓒPhoto Korea – Kim Hyoseo

While Nami Island can be explored on foot, other modes of transport can save you some walking and time. There’s the Story Tour Bus, UNICEF Charity Train, Sky-bike and Electric Tri-way bikes. Adventurous souls can even get on an exhilarating forest zip-line into Nami Island!

Cost: From ~S$10/pax (inclusive of entrance and ferry) Opening hours: 8AM – 9PM

Lunch at Alisu (아리수)

There are a couple of food stalls around the ferry terminal. However, if you’re looking for a full meal, there’s a dakgalbi restaurant near the bus stop, Alisu . It’s a blue building with two big chimpanzees on it, hence it’s hard to miss.

While we didn’t have our lunch there, we read that the dakgalbi (닭갈비), or spicy stir-fried chicken, is delicious and reasonably priced.

Photo credit: 정실짱

Do take your meals before heading to Petite France and Garden of Morning Calm, as there are limited food options around those areas.

Cost: ~₩15,000/pax (~S$15) How to get there: Cross the road from the shuttle bus stop for Gapyeong tourists ( Google Maps )

2) Petite France (쁘띠프랑스)

Next up on our Nami Island day trip is Petite France , a French cultural village that showcases vintage European trinkets such as century-old dolls and puppets, antiquities, furniture and orgels (musical instrument). After stepping into Petite France, you’ll feel like you’re transported to a different time period.

While Petite France might be the most touristy attraction, it’s definitely worth a visit as the colourful building façades make a great backdrop for photos.

There are several free performances such as the Orgel Demonstration, Guignol French Hand Puppet show, Marionette Czech String Puppet show, and accordion performances by the street musician.

Eagle-eyed K-drama fans will probably recognise Petite France from popular series such as My Love From the Star 별에서 온 그대  (2014), Secret Garden 시크릿 가든 (2010), and Beethoven Virus 베토벤 바이러스 (2008).

Besides the iconic colourful buildings, another great photo spot is the Butterfly Park.

Entrance fee:  ₩12,000/pax (~S$12) Opening hours:  9AM – 6PM (Last entry 5PM) How to get there: Take the Gapyeong City Tour Bus from Nami Island Station to Petite France

3) Garden of Morning Calm (아침고요수목원)

With 26 themed gardens, the Garden of Morning Calm is every botanist’s / horticulturist’s / photographer’s dreamland. While we were there, the chrysanthemums were in full bloom, which mesmerised us all.

It’s a great place for people to slow down. Stroll around, and admire the beautiful flowers and landscapes within South Korea’s oldest private garden.

Many older folks can be seen brisk walking, while the younger ones take selfies amongst colourful beds of flowers around Pond Garden and Sunken Garden.

The Garden of Morning Calm is open all year round. Exhibits are seasonal, so there’s always a reason to visit. In spring, magnolia, azalea, and cherry blossoms paint the gardens pink. Meanwhile, in summer, the garden bursts into a myriad of colours when roses, iris, and blue hydrangeas bloom.

Our visit in autumn showed us how chrysanthemums and maples add a sense of warmth with their red fiery petals and leaves. In winter, artificial lights make the snow-covered garden look like a magical winter wonderland.

The undeniable charms of the Garden of Morning Calm have made it a hot spot for K-dramas and variety shows. Popular shows like  Love in the Moonlight 구르미 그린 달빛  (2016), You’re Beautiful 미남이시네요 (2009), and TVN Taxi 현장토크쇼 택시 (SHINee) were filmed here.

Entrance fee: ₩11,000/pax (~S$11) Opening hours:  8:30AM – 7PM (closing varies during festive period) How to get there: Take the Gapyeong City Tour Bus from Petite France to the Garden of Morning Calm

4) Rail Bike Park (레일파크)

Photo credit: seoulkorea-tour

There are two rail parks,  Gapyeong Rail Park (가평 레일파크)  and  Gangchon Rail Park (강촌 레일파크) . For your Nami Island day trip, you can opt to do just one. We recommend the one in Gapyeong as it’s more convenient and accessible since it’s one of the Gapyeong City Bus stops!

However, the views in Gangchon are nicer. The rail goes through three tunnels, whereas Gapyeong only goes through one.

As mentioned, we missed our 5PM booking for the Gapyeong Rail Bike and ended up going to Gangchon the next day instead. So be there at least 20 minutes before your booking — they’ll be forfeited if missed (non-refundable nor exchangeable).

Gangchon Rail Park

Since we returned on a separate day, we headed straight to the Gangchon Rail Park, and it did not disappoint. Variety shows like Running Man (런닝맨)  and We Got Married (우리 결혼했어요) were filmed there!

Photo credit: KKday

There are 4-seater and 2-seater options. If you’re going in a group of six, we recommend getting three 2-seaters (instead of a 4-seater and 2-seater) as the bikes go out in batches of type.

Do note that the ride stops at Old Gangchon Station, which no longer functions. It’s not the one where you can take the ITX from. A free shuttle bus will bring you back to Gimyujeong station, where you’ll need to take one stop down to Gangchon for the ITX.

*Pro-tip: If seat reservations have run out, take the train from Chun Cheon. This will increase your chances of getting non-reserved seats on the ITX train.

Cost: From ~S$32 for a 2-seater bike Opening hours: 9AM – 5:30PM (Mar to Jun), 9AM – 4:30PM (Nov to Feb), operates at 1hr intervals How to get there (from Garden of Morning Calm): Take the Gapyeong City Bus to Cheongpyeong Terminal. Then take the subway to Gimyujeong Station ( Google Maps ) How to get there (from Seoul): Take the MRT- Gyeongchun Line to Gapyeong Station. Then exit at Gimyujeong Station ( Google Maps )

Gapyeong Rail Park

The entire pedalling course is about 8km, where you’ll enjoy views of the Han River and countryside. The route ends where you started — a little more convenient than Gangchon. Scenes of the movie The Letter 편지 (1997) were shot here!

Cost: From ~S$30 for a 2-seater bike Opening hours:  9AM – 5PM (Mar to Oct), 9AM – 3:30PM (Nov to Feb), operates at 1.5hr intervals How to get there (from Garden of Morning Calm): Take the Gapyeong City Bus directly to Gapyeong Rail Bike How to get there (from Seoul): Take the MRT-Gyeongchun Line to Gapyeong Station, then take Bus 15-1 or 15-2 to Gapyeong-gun Nonghyup ( Google Maps )

Nami Island day trip : DIY vs Guided tour

For FOMO people like us who want to cover everything, our Nami Island day trip DIY plan would have worked if we stuck to all the bus timings. Unfortunately, the detour cost us one activity despite starting our day super early.

Here’s how to help you decide:

Whether you choose to DIY or join a tour, here’s an exclusive promo for you: Use the code TRAVELINTERN > to enjoy 10% off bookings on KKday with a minimum spend of S$50 (capped at S$18)*! *Note: – Make sure to click through our link for the code to be redeemed at checkout – Promo code can be used two times – Valid from 8 July to 31 December 2024, for travel till 31 January 2025 – Does not apply to Blacklisted Products

We hope you found this guide helpful in planning your perfect day trip from Seoul to Nami Island, as well as all the other gorgeous sights within the Gapyeong area!

Read also: 7D Korea Itinerary for under S$800 — Seoul, Jeonju, Busan

After reading this, are you planning to do your Nami Island day trip via guided tour or by yourselves? Let us know in the comments!

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63 comments.

Hai edelyn, just want to know the enterance fee for nami via zipline 38,000 won include ferry fare for way back? Thank you.

Hi Farhana, Yes, the fee of 38,000 won for zipline into Nami Island includes return ferry ride. 🙂 Edelyn

hi, for the returning ITX, do you think i have to book online first or i can purchase it at the station? because still unsure to go back from Cheongpyeong station or gapyeong station. just wondering if i were to buy the the ticket at the station, will it sold out?

We wish we can predict the situation too! We’re not too sure but we generally either got all our tickets on the spot or the day before without problems.

Hi Edelyn, Just want to know how much your budget when you went to korea? Also, do you think it is better to book in advance in klook.com? Thank you.

Hi Pamela, We spent less than S$800/pax (excluding airfare) for a 7-day trip. Here’s our 7D Korea Itinerary for your reference 🙂 Yes, we would encourage you to book the activities and travel essentials on Klook before your trip as most cannot be purchased on the day itself (e.g. tour packages usually have to be purchased 3 days in advance). Thank you. -Edelyn

Wow. Thank you for this. 🙂

Hi Evelyn , Is ur entrance tickets to Nami Island , Petite France , Gangchon Rail Park are purchased on the spot ? Do we need to do pre booking for the Gangchon Bike ?

Hi Amber, We bought our entrance tickets to Nami Island, Petite France, and Garden of Morning Calm on the spot. For Gangchon Rail Park, we purchased our tickets through Klook beforehand, and we recommend purchasing the tickets in advance as they do get booked up quite fast. Hope this helps. Have fun! 🙂 -Edelyn

Can I ask regarding Korail pass, I will go to busan on a day trip only and here in Nami Island.. Would you know if what korail pass should I get? We are two, so saver pass will do with 2 day select pass. Is this right? I’m quite confused with Korail Pass. 🙁 Is this the best deal, do you think. Thanks again and appreciate your response. 🙂

Hi Alen, I’ll suggest the 2-day flexi pass @ S$112/pax for your trip to Nami Island and Busan. Single trip tickets cost ₩5,200 (ITX Seoul to Yongsan) and ₩59,800 (KTX Seoul to Busan) per pax. You’ll get to save about S$48 with the Korail Pass! Hope this helps, enjoy Korea! :)Edelyn

Hi Edelyn, Does the shuttle bus goes to the zipline place to NAMI island? (as you stated the bus goes to NAMI island) So it’s at the zipline area or the ferry terminal? Because i want to add Bungee jumping into a part of my itinerary. Pls advice

Regards, mingjie

Hi Mingjie, Yes, both the zipline and bungee towers are located at Nami Island shuttle bus stop — the same stop as the ferry terminal for people who wishes to take a ferry to Nami Island itself. Thanks & have fun!! 🙂 Edelyn

According to your DIY itinerary, “7:00AM: Take the Intra-city (Green) bus for Gapyeong Wharf (₩1,100) or take a taxi for ~₩4,000”

Is there a bus operating at 7 am? Am planning to pattern our itinerary to yours to make it to the first ferry at 730 am.

Hi Marco, When we were there in October last year, there were Gapyeong buses such as service 33-38 running from 7AM. But I did a quick check just now and it seems that as of 1st Jan 2018, the first bus departs Gapyeong terminal at 7:40AM instead. You might want to get to Gapyeong station early to try your luck if there are any other buses running at 7AM! So sorry we are unable to assist further with your itinerary planning! All the best & enjoy Korea~ -Edelyn

Hi Edelyn, We’re planning to follow your itinerary except for the rail bike tour which we intend to do after visit to Nami Island…Is there a bus or taxi that will take us back to Gapyeong rail park? Thanks.

Hi Charina, Yes, you can take the Gapyeong Intercity bus of opposite direction (the one we mentioned we took by mistake, lol) Buses come every hour, and it’s only a 10min ride from Nami Island’s stop to Gapyeong Rail Park. Hope this helps! Enjoy~ -Edelyn

Hi, thanks for sharing. But there’s something I don’t really understand, there’s only two ways to get to Nami Island? Ferry and zip-line? I have read many articles about Myeongdong -> Gapyeong, it seems like there’s shuttle bus to reach Nami Island (is it possible? or the bus will only reach the ferry terminal?) Thanks.

Hi Jay, Yup the shuttle bus stops at the ferry terminal, you’ll still need to take the ferry across to Nami Island itself. Hope this helps! 🙂 -Edelyn

My wife is quite excited to visit Nami Island. Our plan is from Nami island going directly to Garden of Morning Calm then back to Cheongpyong Train station. I’d like to know which particular bus stop are we going to take from Gapyeong Wharf??

Hi Rob, You’ll have to take the bus from across the road of the wharf — the side that goes to Petite France, Cheongpyeong stn, Morning Calm. From Garden of Morning Calm, take the opposite direction back to Cheongpyeong stn. There are directional signboards at the bus stops too. Have fun in Korea! 🙂 -Edelyn

Hi! The last bus for Garden of Morning Calm is at 7.05 pm as per schedule. Do you happen to know if this bus will take us back to Gapyeong Station or is it only for drop off at the Garden? I have seen that there is 2 different schedules, 1 from the station and another to go back to the station. I wonder if this is still the case.

Thank you in advance 🙂

Hi Yana! Yup, you are right! There’s a shuttle bus route from Garden of Morning Calm towards Gapyeong station. From what I remember, the last bus leaves at 6PM from Garden of Morning Calm to Gapyeong station. Subsequent buses in that direction (last bus at 7:30PM) goes from the Garden to another station — Cheongpyeong. Thanks & Enjoy! 🙂 Edelyn

Thank you for the detailed post, it’s helping me plan out my trip in Oct this year more easily.

Do you know how long the shuttle bus from old Gangchon station takes? Does it go back to Gapyeong Station where we can take the ITX back to Yongsan Station in Seoul?

Hi Jessica, The bus service from old Gangchon station only goes to Gimyujeong station, it takes about 20mins and comes every hour. You’ll need to take one stop down from Gimyujeong to Gangchon station for the ITX back to Seoul. Thank you :)Edelyn

Im going to Seoul this end of month. I would like to ask you which is cheaper and more cost saving whether going on tour or diy tour?

Hi Miyah. Definitely DIY but it’s significantly more troublesome!

Hi, I really like your blogs! Kudos to you for the very detailed tips. ☺️ I’m planning to treat my daughter for a South Korea trip next yr for her 18th bday which is Oct 5. I wanted to know if autumn is in full blast by then or do you suggest we go mid-Oct instead? What days in October were you there? Thank you.

Thanks Tin! Glad these were useful 🙂 We did this trip in mid October last year and the leaves at Nami was only just starting to turn yellow. A week later, we had friends sending us pictures of all the trees covered in reds and yellows! If you can, the further into October you go will definitely increase your chances of catching the Fall foliage.

Did you take Ferry to Nami island or did Korail take you straight to Gapyeong?

Yup! You’ll need to take a ferry. Info on getting there is in the article 🙂

Hi, I want to know how many hour does it take from Namiseon Island End Point to Petit France? and do you know how to back to seoul city from petit france? Thanks a lot, I need your information

Hello! Are you only covering Nami island and Petit France? It’s 25 minutes apart by the local bus. So probably, 3-5 hours depending on how much time you’re planning to spend at each place. But that excludes travelling time from Seoul. From Petit France, you’ll need to catch a bus back to Gapyeong Train station, then either take the KTX or ITX back to Seoul. You can also sign up for this tour: http://bit.ly/2LMfuo8 If starts from Seoul, brings you to both Nami Island and Petit France and also includes your trip back to Seoul.

Hi guys, which day would be the best to go for all sites? And which tour did you choose for the trip? Thanks ! 🙂

Hi there, I wanna ask which subway you guys take to reach yongsan Station so early in order to sit for 6am itx? Since I stay at hongdae, if wanna go yongsan Station I would need to sit Gyeongui – Jungang line but than the 1st subway for this line is 6am sth..so are there any other way for me to reach yongsan before 6am?

Hi Stephanie,

We stayed around Seoul Station so there was no problem for us as the first train to Yongsan departs around 5.14am. I searched on google and found that there are buses 7011, 7016, and M6117 operates in the early morning around Hongdae district that goes to Seoul station. From Seoul station, you can transfer to the train that goes to Yongsan station.

Hope this helps! 🙂 Edelyn

Thanks for the bus info. And another I wanna ask is what time is the last route for Gangchon Rail Bike to depart? Izit 5pm or 5.30pm? And do you recommend with book 1st for buy the ticket on the spot is better? Cause we scare we can’t make it on time than it will be wasted if we book 1st on Klook. So we plan to go Nami than Petite France than the Garden and lastly Gangchon rail bike. Do you think we can make it to the last ride? Or we should just stick to Gapyeong rail bike? Thanks!

Hi Stephanie, The last departure for Gangchon Rail Bike is at 5.30pm but you’ll have to reach half an hour before that (at 5pm). You should be able to make it for the last ride if you follow our itinerary accordingly, and spend not more than 2 hours at each location. Hope this helps! Enjoy your trip 🙂 Edelyn

I saw your plan from Seoul to Gapyeong Station using Korail pass(3days consecutive)took ITX train. But your have already used Korail pass(3days consecutive) to Jeonju and Busan, still can use for ITX train to Gapyeong?

Hi Chan! Yes, it’s doable but rushed. Here’s what we did: First day of pass usage: Seoul to Gapyeong and back Second day of pass usage: Seoul to Jeonju and back Third day of pass usage: Seoul to Busan As we decided to stay a night at Busan, we couldn’t use the Korail pass to get back to Seoul and we bought single trip tickets instead. But it’s doable if you’re doing Busan as a day trip. If it’s too rushed, we’d suggest getting the flexi 4-day pass, or join a tour to Gapyeong. Hope this clarifies 🙂

Hi. I’m quite confused with the Korail Pass. It says there that you can only do 2 seat reservations per day. So if two us will go to Nami and Busan on a day trip, should we get two normal 2-day select pass and not the saver 2-day select pass?

Hi CJ, You should get two Flexible 2-day Saver passes if there are two persons travelling together – one for each of you. It’s slightly cheaper than getting two regular select passes. Each saver pass (as well as normal select pass) comes with 2 seat reservations per day. Hope this clarifies! Enjoy Korea 🙂 -Edelyn

If we were to stay overnight for both places, can we buy just one Flexible 2-day Saver pass?

Hi CJ, You will need two flexible 2-day saver pass, as there are two of you – unless only one of you is intending to return 😉

Oh okay. I get it now. Thank you so much for your time and for this blog! Appreciate you answering my questions.

No worries at all 🙂

Hi Edelyn, Your post is really informative!! I would like to clarify with you on the two passes you mentioned: 1)Nami Island ALL PASS (~S$45/pax) 2)Nami Island Skyline ZipWire ALL PASS (~S$53.20) So the first one covers the admission, forest adventure, all transportation within Nami Island, sky bike, story tour bus, UNICEF charity train etc whereas the second one covers all just like the first pass but includes the ZipWire (should we choose this option)? Also, would you happen to know for those who have bags with them, if they opt for the zipline entrance, what happens to the bags? Thank you!!

Hi Jasmine, That’s right! The difference between the two passes is only the ZipWire. If you aren’t afraid of heights and would like an exciting entry into Nami Island, I’d say YES to choose the pass with the ZipWire option! 🙂 But the pass is currently sold out on Klook , so you might want to check back on Klook’s site periodically to see if it’s available again! Your bags go with you on the zip line but there is a size limit so the staff may request for you to keep oversized or extra belongings in their lockers. Hope this helps! 🙂

Hi Edelyn. We are planning to do Nami – Garden of Morning Calm – Gangchon – Seoul. How do I get from Garden of Morning Calm to Gangchon and how do we get back to Seoul? Sorry, It’s my first time travelling, so I’m confused about the transportation system.

Hi Christine! You’ll have to take a bus from Garden of Morning Calm to Cheongpyeong Terminal, then transfer onto a train (via Gyeongchun Line) to Gangchon or Gimyujeong Station that’s nearer the Gangchon rail park. From Gangchon, get to Namchuncheon Station and take ITX back to Seoul. Hope this helps!

Is the “train (via Gyeongchun Line) to Gangchon” you’re referring to is KTX? Do we ride a bus going to Namchuncheon station? Also one more thing, if my I were to book a two-seater for my friend and I in klook, do I have to book for two vouchers? Or one two-seater voucher is already good for 2 people? Sorry if I have so many questions 🙁

Hi Christine, sorry for the late reply, must have missed out on your msg! The train via Gyeongchun Line is the Subway. From Gangchon, you can walk to either Gapyeong stn or take the subway to Namchuncheon station for the ITX back to Cheongnyangni station. From Cheongnyangni, take the KTX back to Seoul. Hmm, I’m not sure which “Two-seater” voucher you’re referring to, could you reply with the link of the Klook product so that I can check? Thanks!

Hi Edelyn, do u have any photo ref for the journey from Garden to Gangchon Rail Park? and then back to Seoul? I’m still very confused T–T

Love your blogs! <3

Hi NurFarahin! Sorry, the instructions weren’t clear, I’ve edited the article to make it clearer 🙂

From Garden of Morning Calm to Gangchon Rail Park: Take the Gapyeong City Bus from Garden of Morning Calm to Cheongpyeong Terminal, then take the subway to Gimyujeong Stn. From Gangchon Rail Park back to Seoul: Take the free shuttle bus at the endpoint of rail bike back to Gimyujeong stn, then take the subway to Namchuncheon stn and change to the ITX to Cheongnyangni station. From Cheongnyangni, take the KTX back to Seoul.

Hope this helps 🙂

We would like to go to the Gangchon Rail park followed by Nami Island & Morning of Calm in the evening. In that case how do I get to Gangchon Rail park directly. Did you take ITX or Subway.

Hi Soak Peng, the fastest way to get to Gangchon Rail Bike Park from Seoul is via the ITX (Cheongchun Line) to Gapyeong or Namchuncheon station and change to the Subway to Gimyujeong Station. The Gangchon Rail Bike Park walking distance from Gimyujeong Station. Hope this helps! 🙂

Hi Edelyn! I am planning to DIY for this trip as I dont want to take up a whole day in gapyeong. I plan to reach around 7.30am and take the intra city bus to the wharf. Is there any way I can see the route for that bus? Where else does it go to? I want to visit Nami Island and Petite France only. Can the shuttle bus ticket be purchased from any shuttle bus stop? (as it only starts at 9am and I wouldnt be able to purchase at gapyeong stop first)

Hi Sabrina, tickets of the shuttle bus can only be purchased directly from the drivers when you board the bus, so you will not be able to take that shuttle bus to Nami Island at 730AM as it only starts at 9AM. You’ll have to take another bus, the Intra-city (Green) bus, from Gapyeong station instead. You may refer to this site for the bus routes, other places the shuttle bus stops by are Gapyeong Rail Bike, Interactive Art Museum, Cheongpyeong Station and Garden of Morning Calm. Hope this helps! 🙂

Hi, thanks a lot for this post. It seems like the shuttle bus schedule is a bit different now from your post (I saw it here http://www.gptour.go.kr/tour/citytour_A.jsp?menu=guide&submenu=theme ). So the first bus from Gapyeong station departs at 9am, is that correct? And is Gapyeong terminal (in that link) the same as Gapyeong station? Because from your picture (the big grey arrow with the bus stop names), it seems like there are Gapyeong intercity bus terminal and Gapyeong station. I’m not sure which one is the Gapyeong terminal in the link.

Also, I’m planning to only visit Nami Island, Petite France, and Garden of Morning Calm. I will visit Nami Island before 9 am (so will not taking the intercity bus to Namiseom). Do you think it’s still worth it to get the bus pass? How much is it roughly from Namiseom to Petite France, then to Garden of Morning Calm, and back to Gapyeong station, individually? Thanks in advance!

Hi Steph, You’re right, the link you sent should be the most updated so you should refer to that timetable instead. (Our article was written in 2017, definitely needs an update soon!) – “Gapyeong Terminal” refers to Gapyeong Bus Terminal; – “Gapyeong Station” refers to the subway station.

The bus pass is a one-time payment for unlimited rides. You’ll pay a flat rate of ₩6,000 for the bus pass from the bus captain when you first board the bus. Just keep your bus ticket and show it to the bus captain every time you board the bus again.

Hello! This is my first comment here so I just wanted to give a quick shout out and tell you I truly enjoy reading your articles. Can you recommend any other blogs/websites/forums that deal with the same subjects? Thank you!

Hi, very detailed and wonderful blog!! I saw u went for the Rail Bike on the 2nd day, may I know how much time u spend on this on the 2nd day? Because I am planning to go Alpaca world, Nami Island, Petite France and Gangchon Rail Bike, hopefully to be done in a day. Any suggestions? Thank you!!

Hi, we spent about 1.5 hours for the Gangchon rail bike activity. It does seem tight to cover all four locations in a day, especially if you’re going to rely on public transport within Gapyeong. We’ll recommend to choose three of the four spots, or consider hiring a private hire to cut down on travelling time. Enjoy your trip! 🙂

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How to get to Nami Island from Seoul

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Nami Island from Myeongdong, Nami Island to Petite France and the Garden of Morning Calm

Nami Island, or Namiseom, is one of the most popular day trips from Seoul for both locals and tourists. As the beauty of this island is not a secret, you will need to plan and book your trip ahead of time even though it is only a couple of hours away from the capital city of South Korea.

In this article, you will find how to go  from Seoul to Nami Island  (from Myeongdong), how to get  from Nami Island to Petite France and the Garden of Morning Calm – the other Gapyeong attractions worth visiting , and other tips that help you come up with a solid plan.

If you would like to see how my day went in Nami Island and the Garden of Morning Calm, read this post: Enjoy my photos of the stunning autumn foliage!

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Seoul to Nami Island

It is not that difficult to reach Nami Island from Seoul, thanks to its popularity. And there are many means of transportation available. However, you need to research the best way for you and plan ahead before visiting this popular destination. 

No matter how you get there or which season/week of the day, I highly recommend  book all your tickets well in advance . 

Here is the overview of how to go to Nami Island from Seoul, by your departing area. Scrawl down to the next section for more detailed information. 

Nami Island from Myeongdong

Myeongdong has the most diverse ways to go to Nami Island from Seoul.

READ MORE | My Myeongdong Guide: What to See, Eat & Shop >>  

Nami Island from Insadong

READ MORE | 15 Things to Do in Insadong, the Traditional District in the heart of modern Seoul  

Nami Island from Hongdae

READ MORE | Fun things to do in Hongdae, Seoul’s hippest neighborhood >>

Nami Island from Dongdaemun

Nami Island Tours vs. DIY

I ambitiously aimed to hit Nami Island, the Garden of Morning Calm, and Petite France in one day. After attempting to do a DIY tour, I quickly realized that I underestimated the time spent at each spot and transfers between destinations. I ended up spending most of my time in Nami Island and rushed through the Garden of Morning Calm. I never made it to Petite France. (The Garden of Mornin Calm was a priority for me.)

Once you continue reading more details of how to get from Seoul to Nami Island, you may better understand how easy it is to waste time in-between transfers.

Based on my experience, I recommend joining a tour, especially if you want to visit more than just Nami Island. (And you should be!)

Nami Island Tours from Seoul (Recommended)

My recommendation is to take a tour to Nami Island. It’s the easiest and most convenient way to get to Nami Island from Seoul. As many tourists add Namiseom in their Seoul itinerary, these tours depart from tourist popular areas such as Myeongdong, Insadong, Hongdae, and Dongdaemun.

These selected tours are focused on the convenient transportation from Seoul to Nami Island and between other Gapyeong attractions. If you want to visit more than Nami Island, it makes sense to take the tour even more so.

1. Nami Island Shuttle Bus

Recommended for : Travelers who only want easy transportation from Seoul to Nami Island

Hop on a shuttle bus in Seoul to visit Nami Island. The round-trip bus ticket is available on Saturdays and Sundays. The tour departs from Gangnam and Jamsil metro stations.

>> Reserve your round trip to Nami Island here.

2. Nami Island Shared Van Transfer

Recommended for : Travelers who want the flexibility to book one-way transportation

Prefer more intimate and comfortable transportation? Take this spacious van that can fit up to 14 travelers. Departs from Myeongdong Station. You can book each way separately.

>> Reserve your shared van transfer to Nami Island here.  (Currently unavailable.)

3. Nami Island & Chuncheon by ITX Ladies Tour

Recommended for : Travelers who want to eat Chuncheon Dakgalbi and visit Nami Island via ITX train so they can enjoy the scenic landscape along the way 

Travel with ease to Nami Island on this ladies-only tour via ITX train. Departing from Yongshan ITX Station, this day tour takes you to Chuncheon Dakgalbi Street. Then, stroll Nami Island’s picturesque tree-lined streets.

>> Reserve your first-class bus tour to Nami Island here. 

4. Day Trips from Seoul Private Tour – Classic Routes 

Recommended for : Travelers who want to visit Nami Island and the Garden of Morning Calm (or N Seoul Tower) in one day

Another excellent way to explore Nami Island is to take this private tour. You can choose from 7 favorite Seoul day trips, two of which include Nami Island and strawberry picking. You may also add either the Garden of Morning Calm or N Seoul Tower into your route.

This full-day private tour includes a hotel pick-up (and drop-off) within Seoul.

>> Reserve your private tour to Nami Island here.

5. The Ultimate Gapyeong Package

Recommended for : T ravelers who want to  check off Big 4  in Gapyeong – Nami Island, the Garden of Morning Calm, Petite France, and Rail Bike – in one day

If you don’t want to miss any of the four highly recommended sites in Gapyeong, this is the Ultimate Gapyeong Day Tour package for you. On top of the basic package (Nami Island and the Garden of Morning Calm), this tour lets you add on Petite France and/or Gapyeong Rail Bike into the package. 

Based on my experience, it’s not easy to do all four on a DIY day trip. With the logistical challenges I experienced, I would take this tour if I have to do it again for efficiency sake.

The tour departs from Myeongdong, Hongdae Station, and Dongdaemun.

>>  Reserve your Seoul Day Trip to Nami Island and more here.  

6. Day trip from Seoul with Private Charter and Tour Guide

Recommended for : Family or group travelers who want to customize their itinerary with a tour guide

Looking for a full-service day tour with complete flexibility? Consider getting a private charter tour with a professional tour guide. Customer service can fully customize a day tour itinerary based on your interest. If you want to visit any sites in Seoul and the outskirt of Seoul – including Nami Island – without any hassle, this is an excellent option. Vehicle capacity ranges from 1 to 14 passengers.

>>  Reserve your Private Charter Tour to Nami Island and more here .

DIY: Seoul to Nami Island By train

1.  itx-cheongchun to gapyeong station.

The ITX-Cheongchun line is an express train that connects between Yongshan – Cheongnyangni – Chucheon. This line hits up the popular destinations Korean college students often travel as a group for school orientations, summer camp, etc. (Cheongchun means youth in Korean.) 

If you use the ITX-Cheongchun line, you can choose to take trains from the following stations (examples):

• From Yongsan (approx. 60 minutes)
• From Cheongnyangni (approx. 42 minutes) 

Insider Tip 1 : You  cannot  use the T-money card on the ITX-Cheongchun line. You must purchase a separate train ticket.  Book your ITX ticket here . 

Insider Tip 2 : ITX is a train that you get on and off at the metro platform. However, you go through a separate ITX gate, not the metro gate. If you go to a train platform by accident, you won’t be able to get on the ITX train. It’s confusing even for Koreans. Ask at the station if you need help.

2.  Gyeongchun Line to Gapyeong Station

The Gyeongchun Line is a metro railway between Cheongnyangni and Chuncheon. There are two types of train: regular with more frequent stops, and express. 

You can choose to take trains from the following stations (examples):

• From Cheongnyangni (approx. 64 minutes or 55 minutes)
• From Sangbong (approx. 55 minutes or 46 minutes)

From Gapyeong Station to Nami Island

For both options 1 and 2, get off at Gapyeong Station. From here, Nami Island is approximately 1.5km away. It takes 20 minutes by foot or 5 minutes by taxi (₩4,000-6,000; there is a weekend surcharge). 

A regular bus costs ₩1,250 one-way and you can use a  T-money card .

But if you plan to stop by Petite France or the Garden of Morning Calm later, it makes sense to hop on  Gapyeong City Tour bus . More details and tips below.

Gapyeong City Tour Bus

Gapyeong City Tour Bus day pass (₩6,000; pay cash) will let you use this bus all day – either direction.  No booking necessary.

Prepare the fare in cash. You can pay cash directly to the bus driver. While he can give you changes, if you only have the ₩50,000 bill for one ticket, he may not have enough changes. Also, it is a cultural faux-pas.

From Gapyeong Station to Nami Island : Take either A or B courses.

From Nami Island to Petite France or the Garden of Morning Calm:

• Before you go into Nami Island, check the bus stop. Make sure you are waiting for the bus in the right direction. The opposite direction will take you back to Gapyeong Station.
• Check the bus schedule and decide which one to take. If you miss it, you would have to waste one full hour for the next one.
• Calculate how long it would take for you to come to the bus stop from Nami Island. Factor in the ferry schedule and walking time across the parking lot. 
• Both A and B routes go to the Garden of Morning Calm. From Nami Island to Petite France, you have to get on the A route.

Petite France in Gapyeong, Korea | Image Credit: Korea Tour Organization (Kim Jiho)

Nami Island to Petite France 

Since you are already in Gapyeong, your day trip could include two other popular destinations such as the Garden of the Morning Calm and Petite France.

If you consider visiting Petite France and the Garden of Morning Calm in one day, following Nami Island, I highly recommend joining a tour above for the best time management. But if you prefer to navigate on public transportation, it can be done.

Here are options are for DIY travelers.

Taxi: Petite France is about a 20-minute drive away from Nami Island. You can take a taxi. But it would cost you approximately ₩30,000 (one way), which is not cheap.

Gapyeong City Tour Bus: If you are neither driving a car nor taking the tour options I suggested above, Gapyeong City Tour Bus can take you to Petite France in 25 minutes. Note that only route A will take you to Petite France.

Nami Island to the Garden of Morning Calm

The Garden of Morning Calm is further away from Nami Island. As the Garden of Morning Calm sits on a mountain, the trip on a narrow and winding road can be a bit rough if you easily get a car sick.

Taxi : It takes about 40 minutes from Nami Island. A one-way taxi ride would cost about ₩40,000 and up.

Gapyeong City Tour Bus: It takes 50-60 minutes. Expect a longer trip on weekends. You can take both A and B routes.

What did I do? I will share how I did and why I later regret, so you don’t follow my mishap.

Being fluent in Korean and knowing how to navigate my home country, I was confident to navigate on my own. So I took the one-way shuttle bus from Seoul to Nami Island (Tour Option #1 above).

From Nami Island, I took the Gapyeong City Tour Bus to the Garden of Morning Calm. I did not realize how huge and gorgeous the Garden was until I got there! The garden closes at sunset. And the sun goes down super early on the mountain in late fall! Therefore, I had to rush through the highlights of the garden. 

Around the closing time, other visitors also rushed to take the Gapyeong City Tour Bus to go to a train station. The bus got full, and I had to stand. Instead of going all the way to the Gapyeong Station, I decided to get off at the nearest Cheongpyeong Station to take a metro back to Seoul. (I failed to go to Petite France due to the time limit.)

With better time management, you CAN visit Nami Island, Petite France, and the Garden of Morning Calm in one day. Perhaps you will have a better chance if you have a head start super early in the morning, take advantage of a longer daytime in summer, and plan your time to the T. Otherwise, I think it’s safer to join the tour options above, speaking from my experience.

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