There are several ways to travel from Seoul to Incheon Airport. Here are some options:

  • Airport Railroad Express (AREX): This is perhaps the most convenient way to move between Seoul and Incheon Airport. The AREX Express Train and All-Stop Train depart at frequent intervals between 5:15 a.m. and 11:50 p.m. daily .
  • Limousine Buses: Buses run almost constantly from just outside the arrivals halls to various hotels and major destinations in Seoul .
  • Subway: You can take the subway train’s airport line .
  • Taxi: You can also take a taxi from Seoul to Incheon Airport .

For AREX Train

If you use AREX train to/from Airport, it’s connected with all other subway lines. If you are near to Seoul Station, you better to go to Seoul Station first, then you can process luggage check in at Korea city air terminal, located at 2nd basement floor of the Seoul Station.

After that, you can go to the platform to ride AREX train. There are 2 trains to the airport that are Express train and all stop train. If you want to go faster, then Express train is the answer. It’s non-stop train.

The Korea Limousine Bus System provides transportation services between Incheon International Airport and various locations in Seoul . There are two types of airport limousine buses: deluxe and KAL (Korean Air Lines) buses which are the most comfortable and spacious and travel from the airport to major hotels in Seoul; and standard buses .
The Korea Limousine Bus System has several routes that connect Incheon International Airport to different parts of Seoul. The routes include:

For Limousine Bus

  • Route 6001: Incheon International Airport – Myeong-dong – Dongdaemun – Jongno – Gwanghwamun
  • Route 6002: Incheon International Airport – Gangnam Station – Samseong Station – COEX
  • Route 6015: Incheon International Airport – Yeongdeungpo Station – Mapo Station – Gongdeok Station

The bus fare varies depending on the route and type of bus. You can purchase tickets at the airport or online .

For Taxi

Taxis are a convenient way to get around in Korea. There are several types of taxis available in Korea, including regular taxis, black/deluxe taxis, and international taxis . Regular taxis are the most common type of taxi in Korea and are usually colored silver or orange. Black/deluxe taxis are more expensive than regular taxis and offer a more luxurious ride. International taxis are ideal for travelers who are concerned about traveling with a driver who only speaks Korean . You can find taxis at taxi stands in most busy city areas or hailed on the streets. There are also call taxis that can be requested by phone call or mobile application . The taxi fare varies depending on the distance traveled and time of day. The basic fare for regular taxis is 3,800 won for the first two kilometers and 100 won for every 144 meters thereafter . The basic fare for black/deluxe taxis is 6,000 won for the first three kilometers and 200 won for every 164 meters thereafter . Nowadays, you can easily use UT (Uber Taxi), or Kakao Taxi.