A subway map is usually located above of the ticket window (see right). Most subway maps are written in Korean and English. The numbers next to the name of each station on the map indicates the subway fare for the destination from the present station. Simply tell the worker behind the ticket window your destination, and they will issue you the appropriate ticket. The yellow box next to the ticket window contains free subway maps which you can freely take and keep. Some subway stations do not provide free subway maps. Subway fares are as below. (Foreign currency is not accepted at subway ticket windows, so please prepare Korean Won.)
· Seoul Subway Fares
A subway map is usually located above of the ticket window (see right). Most subway maps are written in Korean and English. The numbers next to the name of each station on the map indicates the subway fare for the destination from the present station. Simply tell the worker behind the ticket window your destination, and they will issue you the appropriate ticket. The yellow box next to the ticket window contains free subway maps which you can freely take and keep. Some subway stations do not provide free subway maps. Subway fares are as below. (Foreign currency is not accepted at subway ticket windows, so please prepare Korean Won.)
Base fare for 12km
19 years and older
13-18 years old
7-12 years old
Transportation Card
900 Won
720 Won
450 Won
Cash
1,000 Won
1,000 Won
450 Won
▶ Free for children 6 years or younger.
▶ For total distances exceeding 10 kilometers, the charge is 100 won for each additional 5 kilometers.
▶ For total distances exceeding 40 kilometers, the charge is 100 won for each additional 10 kilometers.
▶ For journeys outside Seoul, the charge is 100 won for each additional 5 kilometers and 100 won for each additional 10 kilometers if the total trip exceeds 35 kilometers.
Bus
· Seoul City Bus Numbering System
Blue Bus
This type of buses will operate at higher speeds and access the median bus lane connecting suburban areas to downtown Seoul. The city government is partly in charge of its operation. The city has taken full consideration to introduce 3 kinds of buses belonging to the Blue Bus category: bendable bus, CNG (compressed natural gas) bus with a lower platform, and regular large-sized CNG bus. The blue color represents Seoul's skyline and Hangang (River) to symbolize security and freedom.
Green Bus
Green bus will be flexibly operated by private bus companies, to connect major subway stations or bus terminals in downtown Seoul. It is similar with the city bus and the community shuttle bus currently in operation. Green stands for the mountains surrounding the city.
Red Bus
The red buses will be express buses designed specially for those commuting between downtown Seoul and the metropolitan area. The color red exudes energy of speed.
Yellow Bus
This bus will circle downtown Seoul and stop at stations for blue buses and major railway stations, as well as business, tourist and shopping areas. Yellow was selected for its dynamic and friendly image.
Long Distance Express Buses
There are two kinds of buses -- Regular express buses and Deluxe express buses. The latter kind offers higher standard of service -- spacious seats and other facilities such as mobile phones and VCRs.
* Seoul Express Bus Terminal
Address
19-3 Banpo-dong, Seocho-gu, Seoul
Transportation
Express Bus Terminal Station (Subway Line 3)
Tel
(82-2) 535-4151
Route
Departure
Interval(Minute)
Fare(Won)
Travel Time
First
Last
Seoul-Cheonan(Deluxe)
06:00
21:20
10-15
3,600
5,200
1 hr. 30 min
Seoul-Gangneung(Deluxe)
06:00
23:30
15-20
9,900
14,600
2 hr. 50 min.
Seoul-Gwangju(Deluxe)
05:30
01:00
5-10
13,000
19,300
4 hr.
Seoul-Gyeongju(Deluxe)
06:00
18:30
30-40
14,600
21,700
4 hr. 15 min.
Seoul-Mokpo(Deluxe)
05:30
24:00
30-40
15,300
22,800
5 hr. 20 min.
Seoul-Busan(Deluxe)
06:00
20:40
15
17,100
25,400
5 hr. 20 min.
Seoul-Sokcho(Deluxe)
06:30
23:30
30-60
11,800
17,500
4 hr.
Seoul-Daegu(Deluxe)
06:00
20:30
10-20
12,100
17,900
4 hr.
Seoul-Daejeon(Deluxe)
05:50
21:55
5-10
6,500
9,500
1 hr. 50 min.
* Dong Seoul Express Bus Terminal
Address
546-1 Guui-dong, Seongdong-Gu, Seoul
Transportation
Gangbyeon Station (Subway Line 2)
Tel
(82-2)446-8000
Route
Departure
Interval(Minute)
Fare(Won)
Travel Time
First
Last
Seoul-Gangneung(Deluxe)
06:30
20:00
30-40 min.
10,000
14,800
3 hr. ~ 3 hr. 30 min.
Seoul-Donghae(Deluxe)
07:10
18:50
1hr.40 min.
11,700
17,200
3 hr. 50 min. ~ 4 hr. 30 min.
Seoul-Sokcho(Deluxe)
07:00
19:00
1hr.30 min.
14,200
18,900
3 hr. 40 min. ~ 4 hr. 40 min.
Seoul-Daegu(Deluxe)
06:00
20:00
10-20 min.
12,600
18,700
4 hr.
Seoul-Daejeon(Deluxe)
05:50
21:00
20-30 min.
7,400
10,300
1 hr. 50 min. ~ 2 hr.
Seoul-Busan(Deluxe)
06:40
18:40
1hr.20 min.
17,500
26,200
5 hr. 30 min.
Taxi
There are three kinds of taxis -- general taxis, deluxe taxis, and call taxis. The last two types of taxis offer a high standard of service compared to the first, but are more expensive than the first. You cannot always expect that a taxi driver is fluent in English, so it is advisable to tell the landmarks (many major hotels and attracts) near the destination. Vacant taxis have indicator lamps on, in front of assistant driver seat and on the roof.
General Taxis
The fare is calculated by both the distance and time of travel. The basic fare is 2,400 won for the first 2 km and 100 won for each additional 144m. If the taxi is going less than 15 km per hour due to traffic congestion, an additional charge of 100 won per each 35 seconds is added to the basic fare. The fare between Gimpo Airport and downtown Seoul is usually around 13,000 won. It costs approximately 19,000 won to travel
between Gimpo Airport and Jamsil, although it could be higher if there is heavy traffic. Extra 20 percent is added to the fare between midnight and 04:00.
Deluxe Taxis
Deluxe taxis, called 'mobeom' taxis in Korean, are black with a yellow sign on the top and the words 'Deluxe Taxi' written on the side. They offer a higher quality of services. The fare is 4,000 won for the first 3km and 200 won for each additional 205m or 50 seconds if the speed drops below 15km per hour. There is no late-night surcharge.
The usual fares between Gimpo Airport and downtown, and Gimpo Airport and Jamsil are about 23,000 won and 35,000 won, respectively, but could be more or less depending on traffic. Car phones are available and receipts are given. Deluxe taxi stands are located at hotels, bus and subway stations, bus terminals, and on major city streets.
By calling (82-2) 3431-5100, you can take a deluxe taxi quickly and conveniently wherever you are. Also, you can make a reservation on the phone for a ride anywhere, at any time.
Taxi Vans
Eight-passenger van taxis are in service. They are installed with simultaneous foreign language interpretation by phone, receipt-issuing equipment, and credit card processing terminal. Fares are the same as deluxe taxis. Passenger carrying large amounts of baggage may find them convenient.
They can be called at ☎ 02-888-2000.
Call Taxis for the Handicapped
Call taxi for the handicapped is a special taxi service for people with disabilities provided by the Seoul Metropolitan Government as part of efforts to facilitate travel of the physically challenged, which is the first of its kind in the country. 100 fleets of van that can accommodate 9 or 12 people are tentatively on service until the end of 2002 and will be initially put into service from 2003. The fare of call taxis for the handicapped is 40 percent of that of normal cabs.
Call Taxis
When you take a call taxi (82-2-414-0150~5), it is better to haggle over the fare with a taxi driver before you get into the taxi.
Call Taxi only for Foreigners provided by World Cup Arirang Tourist Co Ltd.
-Address:Iteawon-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
-Tel : +82-2-793-1013
Visitors Guide Taxis
Visitors Guide Taxi was intended to lessen foreign travelers' inconvenience, as one of their biggest headaches has been the language barrier. Visitors Guide Taxis are black with a yellow sign on the roof and a label reading "VISITORS GUIDE" on both sides of the vehicle. The English-speaking and Japanese-speaking drivers were trained, tested, and finally selected from drivers of deluxe taxis, or 'moebeom' taxis in Korean. English and Japanese brochures on Visitors Guide Taxi are provided at major tourist sites including airports, hotels, and the Korea National Tourism Organization(KNTO) overseas branch offices. For more information, contact the Taxi and Logistics Division, Transportation Office of the Seoul Metropolitan Government by email at transit@www.metro.seoul.kr or at (82-2) 3707-9751~2.
