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Trains from Sejong

9Jul
1
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Sejong
Seoul

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Morning trains

07:10
SejongJochiwon
1h 31m
08:41
SeoulYeongdeungpo
Secondary station
Direct
Mugunghwa 01472
from
9 USD
1
1h 31m, Direct
07:10
SejongJochiwon
08:41
SeoulYeongdeungpo
Secondary station
from
9 USD
1
Direct
InterCity
07:10
SejongJochiwon
1h 45m
08:55
SeoulYongsan
Secondary station
Direct
Mugunghwa 01472
from
10 USD
1
1h 45m, Direct
07:10
SejongJochiwon
08:55
SeoulYongsan
Secondary station
from
10 USD
1
Direct
InterCity

Day trains

12:03
SejongJochiwon
1h 13m
13:16
SeoulYeongdeungpo
Secondary station
Direct
Mugunghwa 01502
from
14 USD
1
1h 13m, Direct
12:03
SejongJochiwon
13:16
SeoulYeongdeungpo
Secondary station
from
14 USD
1
Direct
InterCity
12:03
SejongJochiwon
1h 26m
13:29
SeoulYongsan
Secondary station
Direct
Mugunghwa 01502
from
14 USD
1
1h 26m, Direct
12:03
SejongJochiwon
13:29
SeoulYongsan
Secondary station
from
14 USD
1
Direct
InterCity

Evening trains

18:06
SejongJochiwon
1h 26m
19:32
SeoulYeongdeungpo
Secondary station
Direct
ITX Saemaul 01428
from
14 USD
1
1h 26m, Direct
18:06
SejongJochiwon
19:32
SeoulYeongdeungpo
Secondary station
from
14 USD
1
Direct
InterCity
18:06
SejongJochiwon
1h 42m
19:48
SeoulYongsan
Secondary station
Direct
ITX Saemaul 01428
from
14 USD
1
1h 42m, Direct
18:06
SejongJochiwon
19:48
SeoulYongsan
Secondary station
from
14 USD
1
Direct
InterCity
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First train

05:50
night

Last train

23:03
distance

Travel duration

1h 24m
daily-departure

Daily departures

109
departure-station

Departure station

Sejong
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Changes

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Arrival station

Seoul
ticket-price

Ticket price

from $5
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Fastest trip

1h 9m
longest-s

Longest trip

1h 54m

Trains to Sejong

Inbound high-speed trains for Sejong arrive mainly at Osong Station, with conventional services arriving at Jochiwon Station. KTX trains from Seoul Station reach Osong in around 50m, while SRT services from Suseo arrive in about 45m to 55m. Trains from Daejeon arrive at Osong in around 15m on KTX services. From the southeast, KTX services from Dongdaegu reach Osong in about 55m, and trains from Busan arrive in roughly 1h50m to 2h10m. Southwest services from Gwangju-Songjeong reach Osong in around 1h20m, while trains from Mokpo take about 1h55m. Conventional Korail trains from Seoul arrive at Jochiwon in around 1h30m.

Visiting Sejong

Sejong sits in central South Korea between Daejeon, Cheongju, and Gongju, using a two-station rail pattern rather than one large city terminal. Jochiwon Station is inside Sejong on the Gyeongbu Line, while nearby Osong Station in Cheongju acts as the main high-speed rail access point for trains to Sejong. Korail and SR are the key operators for rail travel linked to the city. High-speed KTX and SRT services use Osong Station, which connects with Sejong by local road and bus transfers. Jochiwon Station handles Korail intercity and regional services such as ITX-Saemaeul and Mugunghwa trains on conventional lines. Together, these stations cover long-distance high-speed travel, regional rail, and transfers between the central administrative area and the national network. Rail routes linked to Sejong run north toward Seoul and the capital area, south toward Daejeon, Daegu, and Busan, southwest toward Gwangju and Mokpo via high-speed corridors, and regionally through Cheonan and Chungcheong towns. Book trains from and to Sejong online at Rail Monsters.

Popular routes from Sejong

For long-distance rail from Sejong, most passengers use Osong Station. Korail KTX services run north toward Seoul Station and south along the national high-speed network toward Daejeon, Dongdaegu, and Busan. SR operates SRT services from Osong toward Suseo in the Seoul area and major southern cities on the high-speed corridors. Jochiwon Station covers conventional Korail travel from within Sejong itself. ITX-Saemaeul and Mugunghwa trains link the city with Cheonan, Daejeon, and other Gyeongbu Line stops. Southwest high-speed travel via Osong connects Sejong with Gwangju-Songjeong and Mokpo, while regional transfers support shorter trips across Chungcheong.

Sejong

Sejong - The administrative capital of South Korea, home to major government complexes, the National Library, and the scenic Sejong Lake Park.

Jochiwon

StationStation

Bugang

StationStation
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1h 24m

Seoul

Seoul - The massive metropolis serving as South Korea's cultural and economic heart, featuring historical palaces, Dongdaemun Design Plaza, and Myeongdong.

Yeongdeungpo

StationStation

Seoul Station

StationStation

Yongsan

StationStation

Cheongnyangni

StationStation

Sangbong

StationStation

Wangsimni

StationStation

Suseo Station

StationStation

Seobinggo

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Booking Sejong Train Tickets Online - Options, Tips, and Reservations

Buying Train Tickets Online
Buy train tickets online for Sejong by searching Osong Station for KTX or SRT services and Jochiwon Station for Korail conventional trains. Choose departure dates, compare train times, and complete an online reservation with Rail Monsters. Book your tickets for Sejong train stations and nearby high-speed access points before confirming passenger details.
Types of Train Tickets Available
Sejong rail options include regular tickets on Mugunghwa and ITX-Saemaeul services at Jochiwon, and reserved-seat KTX or SRT tickets through Osong. Cheap tickets and discount tickets may appear for selected advance services to and from Seoul, Busan, Daejeon, Daegu, Gwangju, and Mokpo, subject to train availability and fare conditions.
Tips for Online Reservations
Online reservation services through Rail Monsters accept Sejong train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, useful for Chuseok, Seollal, and busy Friday or Sunday departures. Train prices vary by train type and seat availability; ticket counters remain available at Osong and Jochiwon. With the Rail Monsters iOS and Android apps, you can book and manage train tickets on mobile.

Sejong Train Travel FAQ and Tips

What are the main train stations in Sejong?

Jochiwon Station is the main station inside Sejong, handling Korail conventional intercity and regional trains on the Gyeongbu Line. Osong Station, in nearby Cheongju, is the main high-speed station for Sejong passengers using KTX and SRT services. Bugang Station is also within Sejong and serves a smaller local role on conventional rail routes.

Should I reserve seats on trains from Sejong?

KTX and SRT services from Osong use reserved seating, so booking a specific train and seat is standard practice. ITX-Saemaeul services from Jochiwon also use reserved seats. Mugunghwa trains may offer reserved seats and sometimes standing tickets when seated tickets sell out. For Seollal and Chuseok, book earlier because trains through Osong and Jochiwon carry heavy demand.

How do I buy train tickets to and from Sejong?

Buy train tickets to and from Sejong on Rail Monsters by selecting Osong for KTX or SRT high-speed services, or Jochiwon for Korail conventional trains. Choose your route, travel date, and departure time, then complete the online reservation. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel for Sejong-linked services, with confirmation sent by email after purchase.

What is the main train route from Sejong?

The main rail route for Sejong travelers is the high-speed corridor between Osong Station and Seoul. KTX trains operated by Korail and SRT trains operated by SR link Osong with the capital area, with KTX services to Seoul Station taking around 50 minutes and SRT services to Suseo taking about 45 to 55 minutes depending on the stopping pattern.

Do high-speed trains serve Sejong?

High-speed trains serve the Sejong area through Osong Station, located just outside the city boundary in Cheongju. Korail operates KTX services at Osong, while SR operates SRT services on selected high-speed routes. Inside Sejong, Jochiwon Station is a conventional rail station served by Korail trains such as ITX-Saemaeul and Mugunghwa rather than high-speed trains.

What are the main train connections to and from Sejong?

Using Osong Station, Sejong connects with Seoul in around 50m by KTX, Suseo in about 45m to 55m by SRT, Daejeon in around 15m by KTX, Dongdaegu in about 55m, and Busan in roughly 1h50m to 2h10m. Southwest high-speed services link Osong with Gwangju-Songjeong in around 1h20m and Mokpo in about 1h55m, depending on the service.

Is there an airport rail connection from Sejong?

Sejong does not have a dedicated airport rail link. For flights through Incheon International Airport, travelers usually take a train from Osong or Jochiwon toward the Seoul area, then transfer to airport rail services at a suitable Seoul rail hub. For Cheongju International Airport, Osong is the nearest major rail station, with the final transfer made by local road transport.

Can I buy Sejong train tickets at the last minute?

Last-minute tickets for Jochiwon regional services may be available, but KTX and SRT seats at Osong can sell out on Friday evenings, Sunday returns, Chuseok, and Seollal. Rail Monsters accepts Sejong train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, so early booking is useful when fixed departure times matter or when traveling with a group.
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