GLAM airport pick-up service

One thing I like about Chung Ang University is that they offer airport pick-up for exchange students. This makes it easier and more convenient to get to the dormitory from the airport if it's your first time in Seoul. It also allows you to meet your fellow exchange students and get to know your GLAM (Global Ambassadors) more for the first time. If you don't already know what GLAM is, they are basically the ones who will help you during your time in Chung Ang University (They have a similar role as what we call "phadder" in Sweden). If you have any questions regarding Korea; restaurants, bars, clubs, specific districts or Korean culture, you can just ask them and they will be happy to help you!

Anyway, back to the main topic! CAU will email you information regarding GLAM airport pick-up service a few weeks before dormitory check-in date. You'd have to apply for the pick-up service by filling out an online survey. There are specific dates and times for this service, usually three consecutive days before the move-in date and from 10am to 16pm. They will be waiting for you at Terminal 1, Arrival Gate A. If you arrive at terminal 2, you can take the bus to terminal 1 which about 20~30 minutes. Pick-up service to Anseong Campus is also available but there's only one time slot that's available.

Exchange students and GLAM waiting for the bus.

Getting on the bus to CAU Seoul Campus.

It usually takes about 20~40 minutes to drive from the airport to the dormitory. However, during rush hours, it could easily come up to 1 hour or more. Perfect opportunity for a nap, especially for those who are jetlagged after a long and exhausting flight!

On the bridge that connects Incheon with Seoul. You can see a glimpse of Seoul in the distance.

That is pretty much all about the GLAM airport pick-up service! If you don't want to apply for this then there are many alternatives for how to get from Incheon Airport to the dormitory. Taxi is probably the most convenient if you have heavy luggage (~55,000 won / 55 USD) , but you can also take the subway or train for a cheaper alternative. Personally, I'd recommend you to make use of CAUs pick-up service if you are planning to live in the dorms!

If you have any questions about this, contact the GLAM that will be assigned to you! Keep in touch with your GLAM since they are quite helpful :)