Airport Limousine Buses in Seoul: Routes and Tips

Illustration of a large airport limousine bus with luggage being loaded beside an airport terminal, with a city skyline behind
Airport limousine buses leave from numbered stops outside the Incheon Airport arrivals halls and serve major hotels and districts in Seoul. Illustration: Inside Korea Guide (original artwork)
Quick answer

An Incheon Airport limousine bus costs about 17,000 to 18,000 won to Seoul and takes roughly an hour or more, depending on traffic. Buy a ticket at the booth or machine before boarding, find the stop number printed on it, and choose a route whose stop is near your hotel. Night buses run after midnight.

At a glance
Adult fare
About 17,000 to 18,000 won (children 6 to 13: 12,000 won)
Tickets
Booths and machines at Terminal 1 (1st floor) and Terminal 2 (basement)
Night service
N6000, N6002, N6701 and N6703 from Terminal 1
Official site
Incheon Airport booking guide

What should I know before I arrive?

Fares, routes and times checked November 2, 2026

Pick your route by the nearest stop to your hotel before you go to the bus bays, because each route serves a different part of Seoul. Incheon Airport lists dozens of Seoul routes, and the ticket you buy shows the stop number to wait at.

  • Worth knowing: Since the fare is per ride, not per stop, a bus that drops you within a short walk of your hotel can beat a transfer from the train.
  • A common mistake: Boarding without a ticket. Buy a ticket from the booth or machine first; the airport describes on-site purchase from staff or kiosks, and Korea Airport Limousine says to buy reserved tickets in advance for airport departures.
  • Local tip: Routes, timetables and temporary detours change. The Korea Airport Limousine site posts notices, including timetable changes effective May 1, 2026, so check the route page before you travel.

Which limousine bus route goes near my hotel?

Look up your hotel area in the airport's bus search, then match it to a route number. The Incheon Airport bus search lists the route numbers below with the stop or area shown for each; the Korea Airport Limousine route page covers the 6701 series.

Selected Seoul routes from Incheon Airport, area as listed by the airport (checked November 2, 2026)
RouteArea shown in the listing
6001Dongdaemun
6002Cheongnyangni Station
6005Seoul City Hall
6006Jamsilsaenae Station
6007Yeouido
6020Yeoksam Station
6103Samseong Station (non-stop)
6701City Hall and Gwanghwamun, with stops near Myeongdong and Gongdeok
6702Dongdaemun and Namsan
6703Gangnam and COEX
6705Jamsil and east Seoul

Route 6701 stops, per the operator, include the Plaza Hotel at City Hall, the Westin Josun, Euljiro 1-ga Station, Myeongdong (Aloft Seoul and Le Meridien), Gwanghwamun, Gongdeok Station and Mapo Station. The airport page lists only the main stop for most other routes, so confirm the full stop list for your route before you go.

Practical example: a traveller staying in Myeongdong can look at route 6701 for its Myeongdong stops, while someone heading to COEX or Gangnam would check 6703.

How much does the limousine bus cost?

About 17,000 to 18,000 won for an adult, depending on the route and operator. Incheon Airport shows 17,000 won for adults on its Seoul direct fare (updated August 2024), and Korea Airport Limousine shows 18,000 won on its route 6701 page.

Limousine bus fares and timings from official pages (checked November 2, 2026; confirm before you travel)
ItemDetail
Adult, Seoul direct (airport listing)17,000 won
Adult, route 6701 (operator)18,000 won
Child aged 6 to 1312,000 won; under 6 free with an adult
Route 6701 interval25 to 35 minutes
6701 first and last bus to SeoulT1: 05:35 and 22:25; T2: 05:15 and 22:05

Cards, transport cards and T-money are accepted on board for Korea Airport Limousine, per its fare page, but tickets issued at the counter are required for airport boarding. Compare with the cheaper train in our Incheon Airport to Seoul comparison.

How do I take the limousine bus from Incheon?

Buy a ticket, find the stop number on it, and board when your route number arrives.

  1. Find your route. Search your hotel area on the airport bus search page or the operator's route page.
  2. Buy a ticket. Use the ticket booths or machines: Terminal 1 booths are on the 1st floor and Terminal 2 booths are in the basement. Apps can be used to book ahead, with the ticket collected at the airport.
  3. Go to your stop. Use the stop number printed on the ticket and check the route number on the bus.
  4. Load luggage and ride. Large bags go in the hold under the bus; get off at your stop and keep your ticket handy.

Is there a limousine bus after midnight?

Yes, four late-night routes leave Terminal 1 between about 23:40 and 04:50. Boarding is on the 1st floor of Terminal 1, per the airport page.

Late-night limousine routes from Terminal 1 (checked November 2, 2026)
RouteDestinationAdult fareDepartures
N6000Gangnam Express Bus Terminal17,000 won00:10 to 04:20 (stop 6A)
N6002Cheongnyangni via Hongdae17,000 won00:00 to 04:40 (stop 6A)
N6701Dongdaemun Design Plaza18,000 won23:50 to 04:40 (stop 3B)
N6703Gwangnaru Station area via COEX18,000 won23:40 to 04:50 (stop 3B)

The airport page notes that staff and discount tickets are not accepted on these routes. For help, the airport information line is 1577-2600, open 7:00 to 22:00.

Once in the city, our Seoul city bus guide explains local buses and T-money.

FAQ

How much is the airport limousine bus from Incheon to Seoul?

Incheon Airport lists 17,000 won for adults and 12,000 won for children aged 6 to 13 on its Seoul direct fare, while Korea Airport Limousine shows 18,000 won on route 6701. Check the route page for the exact fare.

Where do I buy limousine bus tickets at Incheon Airport?

At the ticket booths on the 1st floor of Terminal 1 or in the basement of Terminal 2, or at the automated machines nearby. You can also book in a mobile app and collect the ticket at the airport.

Is there a limousine bus at night from Incheon Airport?

Yes. Late-night routes N6000, N6002, N6701 and N6703 leave Terminal 1 between roughly 23:40 and 04:50, at 17,000 to 18,000 won.

Is the limousine bus or the AREX train better?

The AREX train is cheaper and not affected by traffic. The bus is better when a stop is near your hotel and you carry large suitcases, since it avoids stairs and transfers.

Official sources and useful links

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About the author

Dragon Kim (Kim Jinyeol) has spent 40 years exploring Korea, from Seoul's alleys to Jeju's coastal trails. He checks each guide against official sources and updates it when fares, routes or rules change.

How this guide was made
Compiled from the official sources listed above and checked on November 2, 2026. Fares and timetables change, so please confirm before you travel.
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