South Korea's Cheapest Train - The MUGUNGHWA-HO
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Date: 2024-01-09
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-maverick5408
One little correction: Dongdaegu Station is no longer Daegu's newest station. Seodaegu (which means West Daegu; Dongdaegu means East Daegu) Station opened in 2022, so it took that title. However, Seodaegu Station is a much smaller station that only serves select high speed KTX and SRT trains, while Dongdaegu Station serves every single train that passes by it, as is mentioned in the video.
Another correction: the video mentions that the Gyeongbu Line only gets ITX-Saemaeul and Mugunghwa service. That's partly true - the vast majority of trains that run on the Gyeongbu line are indeed those two. However, select KTX trains run on parts of the Gyeongbu Line in order to give high speed rail access to cities and regions outside of those served by the high speed line. 4 daily round trip trains (6 on weekends) take the Gyeongbu Line from Seoul to Daejeon, stopping at Suwon, one of the biggest satellite cities of Seoul. 6 round trip trains (8 on weekends) traverse the exact segment shown in the video from Dongdaegu to Busan, stopping at Miryang and Gupo. These two stops were regular stops on KTX trains when the service began in 2004, but became neglected in 2010 following the opening of the second segment of the Gyeongbu High Speed Line.
As for the basin in the corridor, I got nothing lol. I just took it for granted.
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One little correction: Dongdaegu Station is no longer Daegu's newest station. Seodaegu (which means West Daegu; Dongdaegu means East Daegu) Station opened in 2022, so it took that title. However, Seodaegu Station is a much smaller station that only serves select high speed KTX and SRT trains, while Dongdaegu Station serves every single train that passes by it, as is mentioned in the video.
Another correction: the video mentions that the Gyeongbu Line only gets ITX-Saemaeul and Mugunghwa service. That's partly true - the vast majority of trains that run on the Gyeongbu line are indeed those two. However, select KTX trains run on parts of the Gyeongbu Line in order to give high speed rail access to cities and regions outside of those served by the high speed line. 4 daily round trip trains (6 on weekends) take the Gyeongbu Line from Seoul to Daejeon, stopping at Suwon, one of the biggest satellite cities of Seoul. 6 round trip trains (8 on weekends) traverse the exact segment shown in the video from Dongdaegu to Busan, stopping at Miryang and Gupo. These two stops were regular stops on KTX trains when the service began in 2004, but became neglected in 2010 following the opening of the second segment of the Gyeongbu High Speed Line.
As for the basin in the corridor, I got nothing lol. I just took it for granted.
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-JakeCKim-sh6dz
You got lucky with the type of your coach, Coach 6, which is also known unofficially as _Limit Coach_ named after its designer firm. The other carriages of your train which didn't feature powered doors were of an even older design and are generally in a sorry condition. Mugunghwa carriage types come completely at random from the passengers' point of view, hence it's a nice coincidence you got a seat in that _Limit Coach_.
Please come back in a few years for a review of EMU-150 that will have replaced these Mugunghwa stocks.
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You got lucky with the type of your coach, Coach 6, which is also known unofficially as _Limit Coach_ named after its designer firm. The other carriages of your train which didn't feature powered doors were of an even older design and are generally in a sorry condition. Mugunghwa carriage types come completely at random from the passengers' point of view, hence it's a nice coincidence you got a seat in that _Limit Coach_.
Please come back in a few years for a review of EMU-150 that will have replaced these Mugunghwa stocks.
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-lagcom
I like the video but the amount of wrong information startles me.
No, the ITX is not a higher-speed train, it actually operates at the same speed as the Mugunghwa but stops at fewer stops.
No, the Mugunghwa does not stop at every station, there are many stations that only some Mugunghwas stop at.
No, the ITX and Mugunghwa aren-t the only trains to run on the Gyeongbu Line, the KTX trains via Miryang all go through that section when you mention it.
And the river name you used at 12: 35 is definitely not Korean.
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I like the video but the amount of wrong information startles me.
No, the ITX is not a higher-speed train, it actually operates at the same speed as the Mugunghwa but stops at fewer stops.
No, the Mugunghwa does not stop at every station, there are many stations that only some Mugunghwas stop at.
No, the ITX and Mugunghwa aren-t the only trains to run on the Gyeongbu Line, the KTX trains via Miryang all go through that section when you mention it.
And the river name you used at 12: 35 is definitely not Korean.
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-britannia55
It looks way better than some of the rotten trains we have in the UK, similar to the train I take to enter China from Hong Kong, spacious and clean, the wash basin is outside so people spend less time in the loo if there-s a person outside waiting then they don-t have to wait for someone to wee and wash their hand, I cant fathom why people spend so much time in a loo, I-m in and out like a shot as I can-t stand public toilets-
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It looks way better than some of the rotten trains we have in the UK, similar to the train I take to enter China from Hong Kong, spacious and clean, the wash basin is outside so people spend less time in the loo if there-s a person outside waiting then they don-t have to wait for someone to wee and wash their hand, I cant fathom why people spend so much time in a loo, I-m in and out like a shot as I can-t stand public toilets-
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-ici_marmotte
It's very interesting to see the Korean railway culture as a European. P. S. It would be awesome to see you on a trip with the North Korean railways one day, if you ever get the chance to travel there! :D I'm not sure if foreigners would be allowed to take an ordinary train over there without permission and, probably, a dedicated personal guide.
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It's very interesting to see the Korean railway culture as a European. P. S. It would be awesome to see you on a trip with the North Korean railways one day, if you ever get the chance to travel there! :D I'm not sure if foreigners would be allowed to take an ordinary train over there without permission and, probably, a dedicated personal guide.
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-adgwck2929
Mugunhwaho is currently suffering from chronic deficit due to the price control by government. Price has been regulated for years but korean government is not properly subsidizing operation cost. Since mugunghwa ho provides transportation service in country area, local government has responsibility to subsidize like TER serivce in France.
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Mugunhwaho is currently suffering from chronic deficit due to the price control by government. Price has been regulated for years but korean government is not properly subsidizing operation cost. Since mugunghwa ho provides transportation service in country area, local government has responsibility to subsidize like TER serivce in France.
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-BakoSooner
I miss Korea. I was just there in October '23, but I'm already missing my visit. There is so much civility there compared to here in US. Everything / everywhere is clean. Transportation system is abundant, timely and cheap. I need to seriously think about moving back there.
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I miss Korea. I was just there in October '23, but I'm already missing my visit. There is so much civility there compared to here in US. Everything / everywhere is clean. Transportation system is abundant, timely and cheap. I need to seriously think about moving back there.
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with the wash basin
there is an element of tradition. basically the wash basin being already in the -clean- space rather than inside the lavatory. but also a practical element, reducing queuing times when the train gets properly busy.
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with the wash basin
there is an element of tradition. basically the wash basin being already in the -clean- space rather than inside the lavatory. but also a practical element, reducing queuing times when the train gets properly busy.
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-cindyd8646
Yes, the scenery is certainly beautiful! But I (being an older citizen) am so dismayed that with the exception of those passengers who were asleep, EVERYONE is mesmerized by their phone! Such a sad depiction of people today.
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Yes, the scenery is certainly beautiful! But I (being an older citizen) am so dismayed that with the exception of those passengers who were asleep, EVERYONE is mesmerized by their phone! Such a sad depiction of people today.
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-andrewseo1891
The -Standing- coach used to be the cafe car. After Korail decided to stop selling food and drinks aboard its trains, they removed the kitchen (the space in front of the vending machine) but left the original cafe seats.
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The -Standing- coach used to be the cafe car. After Korail decided to stop selling food and drinks aboard its trains, they removed the kitchen (the space in front of the vending machine) but left the original cafe seats.
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-novemin__
As a Korean from Daegu, I was impressed by the quality of your review about Korean train system and geography!
However 12: 35 it should be Miryang River (Mitsuyo-ko is a Japanese name)
Thanks for a nice video: )
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As a Korean from Daegu, I was impressed by the quality of your review about Korean train system and geography!
However 12: 35 it should be Miryang River (Mitsuyo-ko is a Japanese name)
Thanks for a nice video: )
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--nay5139
2: 57 I have something to tell you. ITX Saemaul is a train belonging to KORAIL that runs on conventional lines, but it is not a high-speed train. It is classified as a regular train and is only an express train grade.
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2: 57 I have something to tell you. ITX Saemaul is a train belonging to KORAIL that runs on conventional lines, but it is not a high-speed train. It is classified as a regular train and is only an express train grade.
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As someone who lived in Ulsan, it was the best and cheapest train to take to Busan in 40 mins give or take. The station was close to downtown so it made it easy to grab a bus and head over once you bought tickets.
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As someone who lived in Ulsan, it was the best and cheapest train to take to Busan in 40 mins give or take. The station was close to downtown so it made it easy to grab a bus and head over once you bought tickets.
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-noob. 168
Japanese and Taiwanese trains are often like this too. Why would you need someone that only needs a sink to hog the toilet as well? Some people wanna use the mirror or just wash their hands after snacking.
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Japanese and Taiwanese trains are often like this too. Why would you need someone that only needs a sink to hog the toilet as well? Some people wanna use the mirror or just wash their hands after snacking.
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-josephtan1818
Wash basin in a corridor is a common sleeper service in Thailand, our commuter train don't have toilet but only for long distance like dmu, intercity and ETS. Cheapest are being komuter and dmu here
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Wash basin in a corridor is a common sleeper service in Thailand, our commuter train don't have toilet but only for long distance like dmu, intercity and ETS. Cheapest are being komuter and dmu here
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-cipdamboianu5139
Fun fact: trains in Korea drive on left, like in Japan. So do the older subway lines in Seoul. But the new ones are on right. You-ll get lost so easy downtown because of this!
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Fun fact: trains in Korea drive on left, like in Japan. So do the older subway lines in Seoul. But the new ones are on right. You-ll get lost so easy downtown because of this!
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-user-nr1ji8yi9n
The cheapest train in South Korea is commuter train. But it is running only at Gwangju, from Gwangju Songjeong station to Gwangju station. The fee is 1000 won(about 0. 68-)
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The cheapest train in South Korea is commuter train. But it is running only at Gwangju, from Gwangju Songjeong station to Gwangju station. The fee is 1000 won(about 0. 68-)
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-yankeedrifterm3
8: 40 the Amtrak Sprinter cars are basically Eurosprinters with unique body modifications to meet American crash standards. Comes wirh a Janney coupling, of course.
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8: 40 the Amtrak Sprinter cars are basically Eurosprinters with unique body modifications to meet American crash standards. Comes wirh a Janney coupling, of course.
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-duncanmcewan1049
-Dirty and overcrowded-? These folks should ride on UK trains and they would soon keep quiet. This seemed very OK and for super cheap price.
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-Dirty and overcrowded-? These folks should ride on UK trains and they would soon keep quiet. This seemed very OK and for super cheap price.
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-adgwck2929
New Emu (emu-150) will replace locomotive+old passengercar in mugunghwa-ho service gradually from this year. New emu has power outlet and table
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New Emu (emu-150) will replace locomotive+old passengercar in mugunghwa-ho service gradually from this year. New emu has power outlet and table
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-BrakeCoach
5: 57 good for you finding the coach with split curtains, they are sometimes span two seats, so its a bit uncomfortable sharing a curtain
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5: 57 good for you finding the coach with split curtains, they are sometimes span two seats, so its a bit uncomfortable sharing a curtain
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-howardcobb4656
I visited Korea 40 years ago and respect was so evident throughout the country. Nice to see it is still part of their society.
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I visited Korea 40 years ago and respect was so evident throughout the country. Nice to see it is still part of their society.
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-samtrak1204
So you can't wash your hands before opening the door to leave toilet? I would be leery about using that door knob or handle.
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So you can't wash your hands before opening the door to leave toilet? I would be leery about using that door knob or handle.
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-luckywalk777
It's been a while since I took a train in Korea, so I didn't know there was a beverage vending machine. I enjoyed the video
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It's been a while since I took a train in Korea, so I didn't know there was a beverage vending machine. I enjoyed the video
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-riwoof
It's so refreshing to hear of a culture that shows respect for something as basic as seating assignments. Very admirable! -
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It's so refreshing to hear of a culture that shows respect for something as basic as seating assignments. Very admirable! -
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-scottyerkes1867
Very interesting ride. Comfy seats. Vending machine for snacks. Low fares for a slower ride. Thanks Thibault. --
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Very interesting ride. Comfy seats. Vending machine for snacks. Low fares for a slower ride. Thanks Thibault. --
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-railroad300k2x
12: 33 It is not Mitsuyo-ko River. It is the Nakdong-(Gang)River.
Thank you for traveling on Korean railroad.
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12: 33 It is not Mitsuyo-ko River. It is the Nakdong-(Gang)River.
Thank you for traveling on Korean railroad.
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-user-ri7cm5up5q
4: 15
Mugunghwa-Ho number 1351-1362 runs between Daejeon and Busan.
So, it comes from Daejeon, not Seoul.
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4: 15
Mugunghwa-Ho number 1351-1362 runs between Daejeon and Busan.
So, it comes from Daejeon, not Seoul.
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KOREAN cheapest train, their bottom tier effort, is as good as Amtrak or Via Rail. so sad our trains are 3rd World standard
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KOREAN cheapest train, their bottom tier effort, is as good as Amtrak or Via Rail. so sad our trains are 3rd World standard
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-AndrewG1989
I wonder why it-s the cheapest train service in South Korea. Still South Korea is lot different from North Korea.
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I wonder why it-s the cheapest train service in South Korea. Still South Korea is lot different from North Korea.
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-Visalcon
13: 28 so they must have some loops at the end of the line to change direction? Or these trains travel in loops?
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13: 28 so they must have some loops at the end of the line to change direction? Or these trains travel in loops?
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-kl6361
Are you kidding me I told you to ride the lakeshore limited from New York to Chicago in a roomette
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Are you kidding me I told you to ride the lakeshore limited from New York to Chicago in a roomette
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-bobmmann3917
Everything looks so clean and civilized. Looks like a nice country, I want to visit someday.
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Everything looks so clean and civilized. Looks like a nice country, I want to visit someday.
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-otamoot6443
The tickets price have same with Argo Parahyangan economic premium class train in Indonesia-
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The tickets price have same with Argo Parahyangan economic premium class train in Indonesia-
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-cerchiarolucas
2: 48 thats a nice beat rhythm. someone should use that sound as a sample to a song hahah
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2: 48 thats a nice beat rhythm. someone should use that sound as a sample to a song hahah
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