New express bus promises faster ride from downtown Seoul to Everland

A new express bus route linking downtown Seoul to Everland is set to slash travel times, giving residents and tourists a faster, transfer-free trip to Korea’s premier theme park, famous for its world-class roller coasters and expansive zoo.

Samsung C&T Resort Group said Thursday that express bus route 4105 will begin service Saturday, providing a direct connection between Seoul Station and Everland through some of the capital's busiest commercial and tourism districts.

The new route will depart from the Seoul Station Bus Transfer Center and pass through Myeong-dong, Sungnyemun, Namdaemun Market and Itaewon before entering the expressway and continuing to Everland, Yongin's Cheoin District and Yangji.

Until now, travelers leaving from central Seoul typically needed to transfer between buses or the subway, making the journey to Everland take about one hour and 40 to 50 minutes.

The new route is expected to cut travel time to about one hour by eliminating transfers.

The direct service is also expected to improve access for foreign tourists staying near major attractions such as Myeong-dong ...