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Last Subway in Korean: 막차
막차 = last train/subway. Essential on weekends.
Published on September 14, 2026
Last subway = 막차. Ask: 막차 몇 시예요? / 막차 놓쳤어요.
Times vary by line. Check the app before a night out, especially outside central Seoul.
Levels / phrasings
| Phrase | Romanization | Meaning | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| 막차 몇 시예요? | makcha myeot siyeyo? | What time is the last train? | Polite |
| 막차 놓쳤어요 | makcha nochyeosseoyo | I missed the last train | Situation |
| 막차까지 얼마나 남았어요? | makchakkaji eolmana namasseoyo? | How long until the last train? | Stress |
| 택시 타야겠어요 | taeksi tayagesseoyo | I'll have to take a taxi | Plan B |
Related phrases
- 심야버스 (simyabeoseu): Night bus
- 첫차 (cheotcha): First train
- 운행 종료 (unhaeng jongnyo): End of service
Tip
Kakao T helps if you miss 막차, but prices jump.
Common mistake
“Last train” is understood; 막차 is local.
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Practice these phrases in Seonsaengnim (lessons, audio dictionary, flashcards).
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