# South Korean KTX rail service expansions

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/south-korean-ktx-rail-service-expansions
> Updated: 2026-08-24T01:59:33.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

South Korea is implementing several expansions to its KTX rail services scheduled for September 1.

Initial developments include the Honam-line KTX service adding stops at Yeongdeungpo Station in Seoul and increasing trips through Gyeongju Station to improve connectivity between Seoul, Busan, and Bucheon. 

Simultaneously, KTX services between Ulsan and Seoul will expand, with an accompanying fare reduction of up to 10% for standard and first-class passengers. The KTX-Eum service between Taehwagang Station and Cheongnyangni will also see increased frequency on both weekdays and weekends.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-24: Ulsan KTX services to expand and fares to decrease in September

From September 1, KTX services between Ulsan and Seoul will increase by 5–6 daily trips, with standard class fares reduced by approximately 10%. KTX-Eum services at Taehwagang Station will also expand.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ulsan-ktx-services-to-expand-and-fares-to-decrease-in-september

### 2026-08-05: South Korea expands KTX service to Yeongdeungpo and Gyeongju stations

From September 1, KTX Honam line will stop at Seoul’s Yeongdeungpo Station and KTX/KTX‑Ium services will add extra weekday and weekend trips through Gyeongju, enhancing regional access and tourism.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/south-korea-expands-ktx-service-to-yeongdeungpo-and-gyeongju-stations

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Cite as: South Korean KTX rail service expansions. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/south-korean-ktx-rail-service-expansions