How To Get From Seoul To Everland
In this article, we will be sharing the best ways to get from Seoul to Everland, South Korea’s largest and most enchanting theme park.
Join us as we recount our experiences and provide you with all the essential information you need to know about getting to Everland from Seoul city centre.
We will highlight a few different options for making the journey between Seoul and Everland, including taking public transportation, jumping onboard the dedicated shuttle bus service, or opting for the super quick and straightforward private taxi option from Seoul.
So, let’s dive into: How to get from Seoul to Everland
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Seoul to Everland - Quick Overview
| Seoul to Everland | How to do it? | Where to book? |
|---|---|---|
| Quickest and Easiest Way | Seoul-Everland Shuttle Bus | Buy tickets online here |
| Cheapest Way | Subway to Everland Station | Buy subway tickets at the station (Take the Everline) |
| Everland Entry Tickets | Everland Admission Ticket | Buy entry tickets online here |
| Everland Guided Tour | Admission ticket incl. Round-trip Transfer from Seoul | See prices online here |
What’s the distance from Seoul to Everland?
The distance from the city centre of Seoul to Everland is around 22 miles (36km). Obviously, this figure changes depending on where in the city you will be staying.
The distance from Myeongdong to Everland, for example, is around 21 miles (35km).
How long is the journey from Seoul to Everland?
The journey from Seoul to Everland can vary depending on how you decide to get to Everland and the traffic conditions on any given day. Having said that here is a rough estimate for the journey time between Seoul and Everland:
By Car/Taxi/Shuttle Bus: The journey from Seoul to Everland by car, taxi or dedicated shuttle bus usually takes around 1 to 1.5 hours.
By Public Transport (Bus or Subway): public transportation from Seoul to Everland involves a combination of taking the subway and a free shuttle bus. First, you would take the subway to Jeondae-Everland Station (Yongin EverLine) or Giheung Station (Bundang Line). From there, you transfer to the free Everland shuttle bus, which takes you directly to the theme park. The total travel time by public transport is approximately 1.5 to 2 hours, but remember this is again dependent on where in the city you begin your journey from.
How to get to Everland from Seoul
When travelling to South Korea’s best theme park, you typically have 3 main options for how to get from Seoul to Everland.
Those 3 main options are Shuttle Bus/Transfer from Seoul, Driving (either independently or by taxi), Public Transport (Subway/Buses).
Underneath, we have highlighted all 3 options and provided you with all the information you need for getting to Everland from Seoul.
Shuttle Bus/Transfer to Everland from Seoul: Everland Transport Options
There are several dedicated shuttle bus transfers from the centre of Seoul to Everland Theme Park, but the shuttle bus we recommend is bookable through Klook - a dedicated activity-booking website operating throughout South Korea.
The Seoul-Everland Shuttle Bus has 7 different pick-up locations throughout Seoul (from 9-10am every day). It allows for a full day of exploration in Everland, with the return journey to Seoul departing daily at 6:30pm.
In our tips for visiting South Korea, we discuss how the standard of bus travel in the country is impeccable and often the comfiest mode of transport to take!
The shuttle bus round-trip from Seoul to Everland will cost in the region of 9000 KRW - 12000 KRW (£6-8/$7-9) depending on which stop you get on the bus.
| Tip
It is worth noting that the Shuttle Bus to Everland from Seoul is a paid service, whereas the free shuttle bus from the last stop on the Everline Subway Line is a free service that only takes you from the subway station to the entrance of the park.
Colourful Carousel inside Everland Theme Park
Driving from Seoul to Everland
If you are renting a car in Seoul and want to drive to Everland, here are the main directions to follow:
Head southwest on the Gyeongbu Expressway (Highway 1) or Olympic Expressway (Highway 88), depending on when you begin your journey in Seoul. It is worth noting that both these highways are well-marked and have signs in both Korean and English.
Continue on the Gyeongbu Expressway or Olympic Expressway until you reach the Suwon Interchange. Take the exit for Suwon before merging onto the Suwon Ring Expressway (Highway 51), heading South.
Stay on the Suwon Ring Expressway (Highway 51) until you reach Yongin City. At the Yongin Interchange, take the exit and merge onto the Yongin-Seoul Expressway (Highway 50), again heading South.
Continue on the Yongin-Seoul Expressway (Highway 50) until you see the signs for Everland. The Theme Park itself is located in the city of Yongin, which is about 40 km south of Seoul.
Parking at Everland
There are well-marked free car parks once you arrive at Everland - simply follow the signs to the allotted parking spaces. If the main parking areas are full, Everland staff will direct you to the nearest available parking.
Alternatively, Everland also offers a Valet Parking service for 15000 KRW (£9/$11) where dedicated staff will park your car for you - for Valet Parking, follow the signs for ‘MA Parking’.
A free shuttle bus service operates from both regular and valet parking to take you from the parking area to the entrance of the Everland Theme Park.
T-Express Rollercoaster in the background in Autumn at Everland Theme Park
Taxi from Seoul to Everland
Alternatively, and perhaps a more popular choice for those wanting to drive to Everland, is to grab a taxi from Seoul. You can do this by either flagging down a taxi in Seoul (they are readily available from dedicated taxi stands, outside major tourist stops, or your hotel/accommodation can book them for you) or by using a dedicated taxi app.
The best taxi app to use for people without a Korean number is usually Kakao T (Formerly Kakao Taxi), and it happens to be one of the best apps to use in Korea.
It isn’t easy to provide an accurate fare rate for the taxi between Seoul and Everland, as this will vary greatly depending on the traffic and where in Seoul you are getting the taxi from. In general, however, we would suggest a taxi from Seoul to Everland will cost somewhere in the region of 40000 KRW - 60000 KRW (£25-35/$30-45).
The address to use in the taxi for Everland is: Everland Resort, 199 Everland-ro, Pogog-eup, Cheoin-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
Taking Public Transport to Everland
The best public transport option for getting to Everland from Seoul is to take the Subway. Here is a quick rundown of the best way to get the Subway to Everland:
Take the Subway to Giheung Station on the Bundang Line before transferring to the Everline.
Get off at the last stop of the Everline at the Jeondae-Everland Station.
Outside the station, you will see several free shuttle buses to take you the rest of the way to Everland.
You can view a full schedule for the Everline Subway here.
Everland Tickets and Information
Everland is open daily throughout the year from 10am - 10pm and there are pay-per-use lockers available at the entrance for storing your luggage/items throughout the duration of your stay at the park.
We recommend purchasing an Everland Ticket online before you arrive at the Theme Park - this is an easy way to avoid the long lines at the entrance and get straight in without any hassle.
Remember that you can purchase a few different ticket options, including a one-day Everland Pass or an Everland Admission Ticket with Round-trip Transfer from Seoul.
The colourful skyline of Everland near Seoul
Tips for a smooth journey from Seoul to Everland
Best time of year to visit Everland
Everland Theme Park is one of the best day trips from Seoul, so, naturally, it is a very popular thing to do for all visitors to South Korea’s dynamic capital city. Generally, the busiest times of year to visit Everland are around Christmas and New Year holidays and in the peak of Summer (June-August).
To avoid the crowds, we would recommend visiting Everland in early Spring (March-April) or Autumn (September-October) - this way, you will be able to combine fewer crowds with good weather and often lower admission prices.
How long do you need to spend at Everland?
This answer depends on how often you want to visit each attraction within Everland. If you are an adrenaline junkie that wants to go on rides all day, you could easily spend upwards of 8-10 hours at the park.
Alternatively, if you are somebody who prefers walking around Theme Parks and generally just enjoying the sights from afar, then you can probably explore Everland within a modest 4-hour timeframe.
What is the easiest way to get to Everland?
Without a doubt, the easiest way to get to Everland is to jump onboard one of the dedicated Everland Shuttle Buses from Seoul, that offer a pick-up service from several different locations throughout Seoul - it’s quick, simple and hassle-free!
There we have it, folks, a complete round-up of all the best ways to get from Seoul to Everland. The Theme Park is the largest in South Korea and is absolutely worth a visit when you find yourself in the fascinating city of Seoul!
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