By the end of 2024, the opening of major railway lines nationwide, including the Donghae Line, GTX-A, and Gyeongui Line, is expected to revitalize local economies and increase tourist attraction.
The operation of trains such as the ITX-Maum train, GTX-A, and the new KTX-Eum train is expected to reduce travel time and increase transportation convenience. This is expected to significantly contribute to the revitalization of exchanges between northern Gyeonggi Province and the Daegu/Gyeongsangbuk-do region.
The reopening of the Gyeongui Line will revive memories and contribute to the revitalization of local tourism, while the Daegu Metropolitan Area rapid transit will connect Daegu and Gyeongsangbuk-do into a single living area, promoting inter-regional exchanges.
Many people seem unaware that all railway lines nationwide will open simultaneously at the end of 2024.
The opening of major lines such as the Donghae Line, GTX-A, and Gyowae Line is expected to significantly contribute to regional economic revitalization and attracting tourists.
It is expected to greatly contribute to regional economic revitalization and attracting tourists.
Effects of Opening by Major Line
Travel from Pohang to Samcheok in 55 minutes by ITX-Maeum Train
This is the first metropolitan railway outside the Seoul metropolitan area, utilizing idle lines of the Gyeongbu Line.
During rush hour, trains are expected to depart every 15 minutes.
We expect this to create one living area encompassing Daegu and Gyeongsangbuk-do, thereby promoting regional exchange.
A 50% transfer discount on train fares is available when transferring from a bus to a train.
Source: [PD Report Issue Main] The era of regional metropolitan railways has opened! Will it be a catalyst for regional economic revitalization? (Episode 469)