Welcome to South Korea, ARMY! Landing at Incheon International Airport (ICN) is exciting, but navigating your way to the Gwanghwamun concert venue can be a nightmare if you are not prepared.
Before you travel, if you are curious about the exact event schedule and the road closure areas around Gwanghwamun, please check our BTS Gwanghwamun Concert timeline and road closures guide first.
To ensure you get to your hotel or the venue safely, here are the two best options to travel from Incheon Airport to Seoul.
1. The Quickest & Cheapest: AREX Express Train
If you want to avoid Seoul’s notorious traffic jams, the AREX (Airport Railroad Express) Train is your absolute best option. It travels non-stop from Incheon Airport directly to Seoul Station in just 43 minutes.
- How to get to Gwanghwamun from Seoul Station:
The BTS concert venue spans from Gwanghwamun to City Hall. Once you arrive at Seoul Station, you have two easy options:
🚕 By Taxi: A quick 10-minute ride to the venue.
🚇 By Subway: Take Subway Line 1 for just 1 stop to City Hall Station (시청역) and walk straight into the concert zone. - Best for: Solo travelers, couples, or anyone with light luggage.
* Tip: Trains sell out fast during major events. It is highly recommended to book your digital tickets online in advance to skip the long lines at the ticket counter.
🚨 Important: Do not use Google Maps to find your subway gate or taxi! Check our Korean Navigation App Guide to find your way easily.
2. The Most Comfortable: Private Airport Transfer
If you don’t want the hassle of transferring from Seoul Station to Gwanghwamun with heavy luggage, booking a Private Airport Transfer is the safest choice. It takes you directly from the airport to your hotel door.
A professional driver will wait for you at the arrival gate holding a sign with your name, helping you skip the taxi queues entirely and avoiding any chance of getting scammed.
🚙 Book Private Airport Transfer (Avoid Scams) >3. Check Your Flight Terminal
Please note that Incheon Airport has two terminals (Terminal 1 and Terminal 2), and they are quite far apart. Make sure to check which terminal your flight lands at. You can find your terminal information on the Incheon International Airport official website.
🚨 You Arrived in Seoul! Now What?
Congratulations, you made it to Seoul Station (or your hotel)! But if you took the train, you still need to catch a taxi or subway to get to Gwanghwamun.
Google Maps does NOT provide walking or driving directions in South Korea.
If you rely on Google Maps to find the subway exit or catch a random taxi outside Seoul Station, you might get scammed or completely lost. You must download the official Korean map and taxi apps immediately.
Click the button below to see the English setup guide for the apps that every foreigner must use to catch a taxi safely.
⚠️ Next Step: Setup Korean Map & Taxi Apps >