【 Photo: Seoul Metropolitan Subway Map (Credit: Seoul Metro) 】Subways serve as a convenient mean of transportation, probably the most favored public transportation by both Koreans and international visitors. Subways are currently available in five major cities including the Seoul Metropolitan Area, Busan, Daegu, Gwangju and Daejeon. Seoul Metropolitan Area subway system covers an expansive area, including Line 1 to 9 with additional lines, such as Sinbundang Line, Gyeongchun Line, Gyeongui-Jungang Line, Ever Line, Uisinseol Line, and more branching throughout the metropolitan area. Subway lines are color-coded for convenience, allowing passengers to use the subway with ease.
Seoul Metropolitan Subway Map (Credit: Seoul Metro)
- www.seoulmetro.co.kr (English)
Subway Fares by Region
| Category (age) | Transportation Card (Tmoney) | Single Journey Ticket |
|---|---|---|
| Adults (age 19 and older) | 1,250 won | 1,350 won |
| Teens (age 13-18) | 720 won | 1,350 won |
| Children (age 7-12) | 450 won | 450 won |
- Base fare applies to travel distances of 10 km or less.
- Additional fare: 100 won per each 5 km for distances 10~50 km / 100 won per each 8 km for distances over 50 km
- Children age 6 and under ride free of charge.
- Subway fare system differs by region.
Busan Subway Fares
- Transportation Card user:
Adults - 1,300 won for Section 1 / 1,500 won for Section 2
Teenagers - 1,050 won for Section 1 / 1,200 won for Section 2
Children – 650 won for Section 1 / 750 won for Section 2
- Single Journey Ticket user:
Adults - 1,400 won for Section 1 / 1,600 won for Section 2
Teenagers - 1,150 won for Section 1 / 1,300 won for Section 2
Children – 700 won for Section 1 / 800 won for Section 2
* Fare structure: Section 1 (within 10.5 km) / Section 2 (exceeding 10.5 km)
Daejeon Subway Fares
- Transportation Card user:
Adults - 1,250 won for Section 1 / 1,350 won for Section 2
Teenagers - 880 won for Section 1 / 960 won for Section 2
Children – 550 won for Section 1 / 600 won for Section 2 - Single Journey Ticket user:
Adults - 1,400 won for Section 1 / 1,500 won for Section 2
Teenagers - 1,400 won for Section 1 / 1,500 won for Section 2
Children – 600 won for Section 1 / 650 won for Section 2
* Fare structure: Section 1 (within 10 km) / Section 2 (exceeding 10 km)
Daegu Subway Fares
- Transportation Card user: Adults 1,250 won / Teenagers 850 won / Children 400 won
- Single Journey Ticket user: Adults 1,400 won / Teenagers 1,400 won / Children 500 won
Gwangju Subway Fares
- Transportation Card user: Adults 1,250 won / Teenagers 900 won / Children 500 won
- Single Journey Ticket user: Adults 1,400 won / Teenagers 1,400 won / Children 500 won
