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Ulsan Urban Railway Line 2 Passes Ministry of Land Investment Review
The construction of Ulsan City’s Urban Railway Line 2, which has been long pursued, has finally passed the investment review by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport. This will serve as an important milestone in establishing the urban railway network in Ulsan by 2032.
Urban Railway Line 2 is a total of 13.55 km long, starting from Buk Ulsan Station in Buk-gu, passing through Jinjang Distribution Complex and Jung-gu Bonyeong-ro, and connecting to Yaum Intersection in Nam-gu.
This line is planned to have 14 stations and one depot, and vehicles using environmentally friendly hydrogen electric tram technology will be introduced. The total project cost is approximately 440 billion won, with government funding accounting for 60% (264 billion won) and city funding 40% (176 billion won).
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Background and Progress of Ulsan Urban Railway Line 2
In September 2020, Ulsan City began earnest preparations after receiving approval and notification from the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport for the urban railway network construction plan. However, in January of this year, the Ministry of Economy and Finance’s financial project evaluation committee rated the project as “lacking urgency,” which resulted in its exclusion from the preliminary feasibility study.
As a result, Ulsan City adjusted its strategy, utilizing the experience of passing the preliminary feasibility of the Ulsan-Yangsan-Busan metropolitan railway project. By actively emphasizing the synergy effect between Urban Railway Lines 1 and 2 and the metropolitan railway, they successfully persuaded the Ministry of Land investment review committee. This effort has culminated in this recent achievement.
Station Locations and Route Characteristics
Urban Railway Line 2 is designed as a north-south route that starts at Buk Ulsan Station and crosses the city. Major stations include Jinjang Distribution Complex, Jung-gu Bonyeong-ro, and Nam-gu Yaum Intersection. This line will connect with Urban Railway Line 1 (tram), completing a cross-shaped urban railway network.
This route is expected to alleviate traffic congestion occurring in Ulsan's city center and is anticipated to play an important role in the transportation network of the Southeast region when interconnected with the metropolitan railway linking Ulsan, Yangsan, and Busan.
Future Plans
Recently, after passing the Ministry of Land investment review, Ulsan City is currently at the final stage of deliberation by the Ministry of Economy and Finance’s financial project evaluation committee. If selected as a final preliminary feasibility study target in November, the actual procedures will begin.
In 2026, preliminary feasibility studies and related services are scheduled to take place. Following that, the basic plan will be established in 2027. From 2028 to 2031, it is planned to start construction along with basic and detailed design. In particular, the goal is to begin construction in 2029 and complete it by 2032.
An official from Ulsan City explained, “Once Line 2 is opened, it will play a key role in public transportation along with Line 1, significantly improving the convenience of transportation for citizens by connecting buses with feeder traffic networks.”
Conclusion and Outlook
Ulsan Urban Railway Line 2 is expected to bring about two effects: innovating the city's transportation system and strengthening inter-regional connections.
The passing of the investment review by the Ministry of Land marks the starting point of this project, and in the future, the final selection and passing of the preliminary feasibility study by the Ministry of Economy and Finance will be crucial factors in determining the success of the project.
Once opened in 2032, Ulsan residents will have access to a quicker and more convenient transportation system. Furthermore, the connection to the Ulsan-Yangsan-Busan metropolitan railway will enhance its potential to grow as a transportation hub for the Southeast Mega City.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. What does the passing of the investment review for Ulsan Urban Railway Line 2 signify?
Ulsan Urban Railway Line 2 has set an important milestone for project advancement by passing the investment review by the Ministry of Land.
Ulsan City has prepared for the Urban Railway Line 2 construction project for a long time, and passing the investment review by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, and Transport has created a significant opportunity to push forward with the project. This review passing signifies an important step in the establishment of the urban railway network by 2032, as the government acknowledges the project’s viability and necessity. While the final review and preliminary feasibility study procedures from the Ministry of Economy and Finance remain, this passing of the investment review represents a big progression for the project.
Q. What are the route and major stations of Ulsan Urban Railway Line 2?
Line 2 is a north-south route connecting 13.55 km from Buk Ulsan Station to Yaum Intersection, with 14 stations.
Urban Railway Line 2 starts from Buk Ulsan Station in Buk-gu and connects a total of 13.55 km to the Jinjang Distribution Complex, Jung-gu Bonyeong-ro, and Nam-gu Yaum Intersection. The route plans to include 14 stations and one depot, completing a cross-shaped urban railway network alongside the existing Line 1 (tram) to alleviate traffic congestion in Ulsan's city center. The line is expected to operate with eco-friendly hydrogen electric trams.
Q. What is the budget for Ulsan Urban Railway Line 2 and the funding plan?
The project budget is 440 billion won, funded by 60% from the national government and 40% from the city government.
The total project cost for Ulsan Urban Railway Line 2 construction is set at approximately 440 billion won. Of this amount, about 264 billion won (60%) comes from national funding, while around 176 billion won (40%) comes from city funding. As part of this investment, improvements to various aging transportation infrastructures, including the introduction of hydrogen electric tram vehicles necessary for the line's operation and launch will also be undertaken.
Q. What strategy did Ulsan City employ during the process of promoting Urban Railway Line 2?
Ulsan City emphasized the synergy effects with the metropolitan railway to pass the Ministry of Land investment review.
After receiving approval for the urban railway network construction plan in 2020, Ulsan City faced difficulties when the preliminary feasibility study was rated as lacking urgency. However, utilizing the experience of the preliminary feasibility passing of the Ulsan-Yangsan-Busan metropolitan railway project, they successfully persuaded the Ministry of Land investment review committee by emphasizing the synergy effects of Lines 1 and 2 and the metropolitan railway. This led to passing the investment review by the Ministry of Land and moved a step closer to advancing the project.
Q. What is the planned schedule for the further promotion of Ulsan Urban Railway Line 2?
The aim is to conduct preliminary feasibility studies in 2026, commence construction in 2029, and open in 2032.
Ulsan City plans to conduct preliminary feasibility studies and related assessments in 2026, followed by the establishment of a basic plan in 2027. Construction is planned to begin from 2028 to 2031 along with basic and detailed design, with the goal of starting construction in 2029 and opening in 2032. Once opened, it is expected to significantly contribute to improving public transportation and regional transportation convenience by connecting with Line 1.
