ITX-Cheongchun

Intercity Train eXpress-Cheongchun abbreviated as ITX-Cheongchun (Korean: ITX-청춘) is a class of train operated by Korail, the national railroad of South Korea, it was introduced on February 28, 2012. ITX-Cheongchun is the successor of the Gyeongchun Line Mugunghwa-ho which operated until December 2010. It is the only Limited express in Korea, and offers services comparable to those in Japan. In fact, it is known to benchmarking Japan's Limited express. Also, Korea's first double-decker coach was applied. This train connects Seoul, Guri, Namyangju, Gapyeong and Chuncheon. The ITX-Cheongchun trains have a faster average speed of 180 kilometers per hour.

ITX-Cheongchun
Overview
Service typeLimited express
(Higher-speed rail)
StatusOperating
LocaleSouth Korea
First serviceFebruary 28, 2012
Current operator(s)Korail
Route
Line(s) usedGyeongchun Line, Jungang line, Gyeongwon Line
Technical
Rolling stock
Track gauge1,435 mm (4 ft 8+12 in) standard gauge
Operating speed198 km/h (123 mph)
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