Navigating Incheon Airport: Shuttle Trains and Limousine Services Explained

When transferring from Terminal 1 to Terminal 2 at Incheon Airport, follow the designated security check and shuttle train routes. Before moving, confirm your flight's departure terminal, whether you need to go to a concourse, your current location, and your final departure gate. This guide outlines the transfer process specifically for moving from Terminal 1 to Terminal 2. The direct train from Seoul Station and the limousine from Gwangmyeong Station have different boarding locations and schedules. Additionally, the Gwangmyeong City Airport Terminal does not conduct separate departure checks; these must be completed at Incheon Airport.

Things to Check Before Departure

When moving within Incheon Airport, it's crucial to first determine your current location among Terminal 1, the concourse, and Terminal 2, as well as the area of your final departure gate. If you are transferring from Terminal 1 to Terminal 2 or moving from the concourse, you must follow the designated routes. Notably, once you board the shuttle train, you cannot return, so double-check your direction and destination before entering the platform.

• Check your flight's departure terminal and whether you need to go to a concourse.
• Confirm your current location and the departure gate you need to reach.
• Determine if you need to follow transfer signs and locate the security check area.
• Verify your direction and destination before boarding the shuttle train.
• If traveling from Seoul Station or Gwangmyeong Station to the airport, check the boarding location, operating hours, and intervals of the transportation options.

Comparing the Direct Train from Seoul Station and the Limousine from Gwangmyeong Station

The direct train from Seoul Station and the limousine from Gwangmyeong Station have different departure points. The direct train requires you to validate your ticket before moving to the direct train platform, while the limousine boards at the KTX-airport bus exclusive platform at Gwangmyeong Station. Check the details below based on your intended departure point. Operating hours and intervals should be verified according to the service schedule for your travel date. Confirming the boarding location and the specific service you can take on the day are two separate steps.

Steps for Terminal Transfers and Using the Shuttle Train

When transferring from Terminal 1 to Terminal 2, move towards the 'Security Check' direction from the arrival gate, then follow the green 'Transfer' signs. The security check is located on the 2nd floor, and after passing through security, proceed to the 3rd floor arrival area. Then, take the escalator down two levels to reach the shuttle train platform. The transfer desk is located on the 3rd floor of Terminal 2 after passing through security.

1. Move towards the 'Security Check' direction from the arrival gate.
2. Follow the green 'Transfer' signs.
3. Pass through security at the 2nd-floor security check.
4. After reaching the 3rd floor, take the escalator down two levels to the shuttle train platform.
5. Board the shuttle train to the concourse on B1. Upon arrival at the concourse, transfer to the shuttle train heading to Terminal 2.
6. If necessary, use the transfer desk on the 3rd floor of Terminal 2 after security.

When moving from the concourse to Terminal 2, the shuttle train is also used. The shuttle train operates every 5 minutes, but once you board, you cannot return. This is why it is essential to confirm your destination before boarding. Upon arriving at Terminal 2, take the escalator up two levels to reach your departure gate.

Important Points When Using the City Airport Terminal

When using the Gwangmyeong City Airport Terminal, please confirm that departure checks are conducted at Incheon Airport. According to official guidelines, unlike in the past, the Gwangmyeong City Airport Terminal does not conduct departure checks, which must be carried out at Incheon Airport. For inquiries, you can contact the Seoul Station City Airport Terminal at 1599-7788 or the Gwangmyeong City Airport Terminal at 1544-7788.

Parking Conditions to Check When Driving

The short-term parking lot at Terminal 1 is divided by floors and east/west sections. The ground level 1 has the east section A/H for passenger parking and the west section C/D for business vehicle parking. The underground level 1 has east sections A/D and west sections C/H, while underground level 2 has east section A and west section H. Underground level 3 has east section A designated for valet parking and west section H for passenger parking.

To use the reserved parking, you can apply for the reserved parking service through the parking reservation system. Customers using wheelchairs who need to move between the long-term parking lot and the passenger terminal can contact the free lift car service at 032-741-3217. It is recommended to pre-book this free lift car service for wheelchair customers.

• Bus parking is not allowed in the T1 long-term parking lot. Group and charter buses must use the cargo terminal.
• Reserved parking is not available for large vehicles exceeding 2.8m.
• Vehicles that have not been contacted for over six months or that show no intention of normal parking fee settlement may be towed to the cargo terminal parking lot without the owner's consent.

Contact Information for Issues

If you have difficulty finding your location during terminal transfers or while using the shuttle train, you can contact the Incheon International Airport Customer Center at 1577-2600. For inquiries regarding the Seoul Station and Gwangmyeong Station City Airport Terminals, please check the respective terminal's contact numbers. Before moving, it is important to reconfirm your flight's terminal and gate, and to avoid confusing the shuttle train boarding direction with the departure check location.

Using the City Airport Terminal

Terminal 1

From Terminal 1 to Terminal 2