Sometimes, all it takes is a quick bathroom break to turn a morning commute into chaos. In Seoul, 125 trains were delayed after a train conductor took a 4-minute restroom stop on Monday morning. Yes, you read that right — just 4 minutes! But in that short time, the domino effect caused delays of up to 20 minutes across the city.
Around 8 am on Line 2, the conductor made a speedy dash to the bathroom, which just happened to be on another floor. While the delay was brief, it caused a ripple effect that had commuters waiting longer than expected. Portable toilets exist, but staff members often have to make a sprint to the restroom — which is definitely not the most convenient option.
Social media exploded with comments, with some users joking about how a “4-minute break” turned into the world’s most dramatic bathroom break. Despite the delays, Seoul Metro managed to keep things under control, and passengers didn’t face major inconvenience. Still, it was a reminder that even the tiniest break can have big consequences!