Four New Semi-Public Metropolitan Bus Routes Starting Operation! Significant Improvement in Transportation Convenience for Goyang, Yongin, Pyeongtaek, and Yangju
The public transportation in the southern and northern regions of Gyeonggi is set to become more convenient.
Starting in April, four semi-public metropolitan bus routes connecting Goyang, Yongin, Pyeongtaek, and Yangju will be newly operated.
This measure is expected to play an important role in enhancing accessibility for residents living in the outskirts of the metropolitan area to downtown Seoul and in reducing gaps in metropolitan transportation.
Semi-Public Metropolitan Bus Routes Starting Operations in April
The Metropolitan Transportation Committee of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, and Transport has announced a policy to expand the semi-public metropolitan bus system. Consequently, four routes departing from Goyang, Yongin, Pyeongtaek, and Yangju will be opened sequentially.
On April 1, the Goyang, Yongin, and Pyeongtaek routes will begin their initial operations, and the Yangju route is scheduled to start operating on April 7.
Each route will connect to major hubs in Seoul such as Yeongdeungpo, Seoul Station, Sadang Station, and Jamsil Station, which is expected to contribute to reducing traffic congestion during peak commuting hours.
Main Information About the Newly Established Metropolitan Bus Routes
Each route is designed with a path and schedule tailored to the characteristics of the respective regions, playing a key role in alleviating the inconveniences of metropolitan transportation and enhancing transportation welfare.
In particular, confirming the operating hours and major stops by route in advance will allow for more effective commuting plans.
1. Goyang 7602 (Goyang-dong ~ CM Hospital (Yeongdeungpo))
The start date for operation is Tuesday, April 1, 2025, and the operating hours are from 05:00 to 23:00 on weekdays. There will be 46 trips per day, with varying intervals between trips from 10 to 40 minutes. This route operates as a direct seat bus.
The main stops in the Goyang and Seoul areas include various locations. There are 16 major points in Goyang, including Goyang-dong terminal and Byeokje Memorial Park, as well as Sangok Village, Boraville, and Sinseong Villa, among others. In addition, Goyang Traditional Market, Sinwon Village (Complex 2-6), Samsongri Shuvil Central Park, Samsong Complex 16 and back gate of Samsong Village Complex 18 are also important stops.
The other essential spots in this area include Doraewool Village (Complex 1-6), DMC Flex Desian, and Hyangdong Flower Entrance. In the Seoul area, major stops include Deok-eun Bridge, World Cup Park Complex 7, Gayang Station and Gangseo District Office Intersection, Deungchon Station, Yeomchang Station, Dangsan Station, Yeongdeungpo Market Station, Times Square, and CM Hospital terminal.
Features
: This metropolitan route quickly connects the areas of Samsong, Hyangdong, and DMC to the southwestern part of Seoul, Yeongdeungpo.
2. Yongin 4104 (Seocheon District ~ Seoul Station)
The start date for operation is scheduled for Tuesday, April 1, 2025. On weekdays, operating hours will be from 5:00 AM to 10:30 PM, with 40 trips per day. The intervals between trips are set between 20 to 40 minutes, and this route operates as a direct seat bus.
The main stops in the Yongin area include a total of 14 stops, while the Seoul area consists of 6 stops.
In the Yongin area, the stops include Seocheon Village Central Park One, Hillstate, Seocheon Village Complex 2, Gomae Intersection, Sewon Apartment, Giheung Elementary School, Gongse Complex, Lake Cheongju Apartment, Hanil Elementary School, Bora Middle School, Sanggal Station, Luther University, Sangmi Village, and Sin-gal Intersection.
The stops in Seoul include the Army Financial Management Agency, Namsan Tunnel 3, Seoul Animation Center, Lotte Young Plaza, Seoul City Office, and Seoul Station (Bus Transfer Center Platform 5). These stops provide good access to commercial and educational facilities.
Features
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This route directly connects the Giheung and Singal areas to downtown Seoul, expected to meet high commuter demands.
3. Pyeongtaek 5503 (Anjung Terminal ~ Sadang Station)
The start date for operation is Tuesday, April 1, 2025.
Operating hours are from 5:30 AM to 10:00 PM on weekdays.
There will be 18 trips per day, with intervals ranging from 30 to 150 minutes.
This route operates as a direct seat bus.
The main stops include 8 locations in the Pyeongtaek area and one each in Uiwang and Seoul. In Pyeongtaek, the stops are Anjung Terminal, Jugong Complex 2, Donghwan Apartment, Anjung Office, Buwon 1st Phase back gate, KEPCO West Pyeongtaek Branch, Cheongbuk High School, and Cheongbuk County Office.
The stop in the Uiwang area is Uiwang Toll Gate, and the final destination is Sadang Station in Seoul. This route effectively connects several areas.
Features
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This route connects the West Pyeongtaek Cheongbuk area with Seoul, designed as a long-distance commuting route with relatively wide intervals.
4. Yangju 1306 (Deokjeong Station ~ Jamsil Station)
The start date for operation is Monday, April 7, 2025. On weekdays, operating hours will be from 5:00 AM to 10:50 PM. There will be 30 trips per day, with intervals set from 20 to 50 minutes. This route operates as a direct seat bus.
The main stops in the Yangju area include a total of 10 locations, with 1 stop in Seoul. The stops include Deokjeong Station, Yungbo Apartment, Okjeong Complex 25, Okjeong High School and Prugio Complex 9, Namsan Bridge, Seyoung Richelle Complex 14, Daebang Noble Land Complex 12, The Park Foretaeyoung, Rozeviang Metro Park, Deokhyeon Elementary School, Deokgogae, Yuseung Handaedul Complex 9, and Hanyang Sujain Complex 2.
The journey concludes at Jamsil Station in Seoul and Jamsil Naegyo South End, allowing for convenient travel.
Features
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This route is expected to be highly utilized, connecting the new cities of Okjeong and Deokjeong in Yangju to the Gangnam area of Seoul, making it a central line in the northern region.
Why is the Semi-Public Metropolitan Bus Important?
The semi-public metropolitan bus system is characterized by private transportation companies being in charge of operations, while the government and local authorities oversee route management and loss compensation.
This system enhances the stability and public nature of public transportation and contributes to providing passengers with a more organized and predictable means of transportation.
In particular, the newly introduced routes are expected to make a significant support for citizens living in the outskirts of the metropolitan area, where public transportation services have been lacking.
The Metropolitan Transportation Committee has also announced plans to start operations on six additional routes in various regions, including Anseong, Osan, Gwangmyeong, Yangpyeong, Hwaseong, and Goyang within this year, in addition to the four newly added routes.
Strengthening Monitoring Systems for Sustainable Operations
The Metropolitan Transportation Committee regularly analyzes the usage status of each route and plans to adjust trip intervals or increase the number of vehicles as needed to improve the efficiency of the routes.
These efforts are focused not only on short-term results but also on establishing a sustainable public transportation service system.
Such policies are expected to significantly contribute to solving metropolitan transportation issues in the metropolitan area and improving transportation welfare.
The Practical Evolution of Metropolitan Transportation Begins Now
The four newly opened routes carry significant meaning beyond simply adding bus routes; it signifies addressing transportation inconveniences for residents in the outskirts of the metropolitan area.
In the future, together with the semi-public routes that will be introduced, it is anticipated that the metropolitan transportation system in the southern and northern regions of Gyeonggi will be further enhanced.
Significant changes are beginning that will provide practical assistance to residents who have faced transportation inconveniences during their commutes.
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