Nami Island is one of Korea’s most famous day trips, loved for its tree-lined paths, cozy cafés, and as the filming location of the hit K-drama Winter Sonata. It makes a perfect day out from Seoul, especially when combined with nearby attractions like The Garden of Morning Calm, Petite France & Italian Village, or the Gapyeong Rail Park.

Getting to Gapyeong Station (Gateway to Nami Island)
You have two options for getting to Nami Island. Taking the subway or the subway + ITX train. Subway is cheaper and more frequent. ITX is faster and more comfortable.

Option 1: Subway Only

• From Myeongdong Station → Transfer twice → Gapyeong Station (가평역)

• 80–90 mins | ₩2,400

Option 2: Subway + ITX Train (Faster & More Comfortable)

• Myeongdong Station → Cheongnyangni Station (청량리역) (~25 mins, ₩1,400)

• Walk 3 mins to Cheongnyangni Train Station (Exit 4)

• Take ITX Train to Gapyeong Station (~39 mins, ₩5,700)

• ITX tickets can be booked on Korail’s website and are included in the Korail Pass.
  

Extra Tip: If you’re closer to Yongsan Station (용산역), you can also catch the ITX there (55 mins, ₩6,900).

From Gapyeong Station to Nami Island

Gapyeong City Tour Bus (Course A)

• ₩8,000 for a day pass (₩6,000 for kids, free under age 3).

• Pay onboard with cash or T-Money.

• Hop-on, hop-off loop that connects Nami Island, Petite France, Garden of Morning Calm, and more.

• Bus stop + tourist info desk are directly outside Gapyeong Station.

Taxis are also available outside the station if you prefer direct transport.

How to Enter Nami Island

Address: 1, Namiseom-gil, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do (강원도 춘천시 남산면 남이섬길 1)

Naver map: https://naver.me/xgNSYKKL

Ferry (most popular)

• ⏱ 5 minutes from Gapyeong Wharf

• First ferry: 8:00 | Last ferry: 21:00

• Frequency: every 10–20 mins (peak), 30 mins (off-peak)

Zipline (for the adventurous)

• ₩49,900 (includes entrance + ferry return)

• Runs 9:00–18:00

• Takes under 2 minutes to fly into the island!

Entrance Fees

• Adults: ₩16,000

• Students & Seniors (70+): ₩13,000

• Children (36 months–elementary): ₩10,000

  • Discounts also apply for early (before 8:00) and late entry.

Things to Do on Nami Island

• 🚲 Rent a bike (₩5,000+) or e-bike (₩10,000+) to circle the island.

• 🚂 Take the UNICEF Story Train (₩4,000 one-way).

• 🌳 Try Forest Adventure Treego (₩20,000).

• 🚤 Rent boats: row, duck, or motorboat.

• ☕ Relax in cafés, browse art galleries, or enjoy seasonal festivals.

Even though the island is small, plan 2–4 hours to fully enjoy the sights, food, and activities.

Returning to Seoul

Subway:

• Gapyeong Station → Seoul (~80–90 mins, ₩2,500)

• Cheongpyeong Station → Seoul (~77 mins, ₩2,300)

ITX Train:

• Gapyeong → Cheongnyangni: ~40 mins, ₩5,700

• Cheongpyeong → Cheongnyangni: ~35 mins, ₩4,500

• Transfer to subway at Cheongnyangni for final destination.

✨If you don't want to deal with the logistics, book a bundled day tour from Seoul that covers Nami Island + one or two nearby attractions.