Nami Island From Seoul (2026): How to Get There by Train, Bus or Day Tour

Nami Island (남이섬) is the most popular day trip from Seoul: a small, tree-lined island in the North Han River, famous for its avenues of ginkgo and metasequoia trees and as a filming location for the drama Winter Sonata. It’s about 1.5 hours from Seoul. Here are all the ways to get there, what it costs, and when to go.

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Last checked: October 2026. Fares change; check Korail and the official Nami Island site. Dollar figures use about 1,330 KRW = 1 USD (October 2026).

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How do you get to Nami Island from Seoul?

By train: ITX-Cheongchun to Gapyeong

1. Take the ITX-Cheongchun from Yongsan (also stopping at Cheongnyangni) to Gapyeong (가평), about an hour. Reserve seats on the Korail website or app, especially at weekends.
2. From Gapyeong Station, take a taxi to the Nami Island wharf (about 5 minutes, ~5,000 KRW), walk about 20 minutes, or use the Gapyeong City Tour Bus.
3. Buy the Nami Island ticket at the wharf and board the ferry.

On a budget? The regular Gyeongchun Line subway also stops at Gapyeong; it’s slower, with no reserved seats, but you just tap your T-money card.

How much is Nami Island?

• Adults: about 19,000 KRW, including the return ferry. Students, seniors and young children pay less.
• Zipwire: instead of the ferry, you can fly across the river on a zipline from a tower near the wharf (extra cost, weight limits apply).
• Food, bike rental and activities on the island are paid separately.

What is there to do on Nami Island?

• Walk the Metasequoia Lane and the ginkgo avenue, the island’s most photographed spots.
• Rent a bike or a tandem to circle the island.
• Look for the free-roaming ostriches, peacocks and squirrels.
• Find the Winter Sonata statues and filming spots.
• Eat dakgalbi (Chuncheon-style spicy chicken), the regional speciality, near the wharf.

Should you take a day tour?

• Tours usually combine Nami Island with Petite France, the Garden of Morning Calm or a rail bike, which are hard to link by public transport.
• Worth it if you want to see two or three places in one day without planning connections.

When is the best time to visit Nami Island?

• Late October to early November: peak autumn colours, and peak crowds (Seoul fall foliage 2026).
• April–May: fresh greenery and blossoms.
• Winter: snow scenes; dress warmly and check ferry operation in bad weather. Nearby ski resorts make a winter combo (ski resorts near Seoul).
• Go on a weekday and catch an early train to avoid tour-bus crowds.

FAQ

How long does it take to get to Nami Island from Seoul?
About 1 hour 15 minutes by ITX-Cheongchun and taxi, or about 1.5 hours by shuttle bus.

How much is the Nami Island ticket?
About 19,000 KRW for adults, including the return ferry.

Is Nami Island worth visiting?
Yes in autumn and spring for the tree-lined avenues; go early on a weekday to avoid the crowds.

Sources: Seoul With Me – Nami Island day trip (July 2026) · Korea Visiting – trains, tickets and timing · Things to Do Seoul – Nami Island 2026
Photos: Minseong Kim / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 · Jocelyndurrey / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0