Express Bus & Intercity Bus

1. Bus Types

Express buses use expressways for long-distance travel without stopping in cities along the way. Bus fares vary depending on the level of comfort and the number of seats, and extra charges apply during late-night hours.

Intercity buses use expressways and national highways to get to destinations while making intermediate stops along the way. Unlike express buses, there are intercity buses that only drive on national routes without driving on expressways. There are a greater number of intercity bus routes than that of express buses, which make them a great choice when traveling to regional cities. There are various routes connecting smaller cities directly, making intercity buses a convenient option for such trips. Intercity buses are divided into standard and luxury classes with larger seats, and additional charges apply during late-night hours.

2. How to use buses

Bus tickets can be purchased online via affiliated platforms like Klook or Hanpass, or directly at ticket offices or kiosks inside bus terminals. Tickets can be purchased with cash, credit card, or mobile pay. If you purchased your ticket online, it’s advised to confirm your ticket one more time. Depending on your destination and booking method, you may have to print your ticket at the ticket office at the departing terminal before you board the bus. Check the platform number of your bus through a monitor or screen in the terminal’s waiting area and then board the bus at that platform. Typically, you can board a bus five to ten minutes prior to the time of departure.

• Integrated express bus booking platforms:
  - www.klook.com/korea-bus (English, Japanese, Chinese, and more)
  - go.hanpass.com (English, Japanese, Chinese, and more)
• Integrated intercity bus booking platform: go.hanpass.com (English, Japanese, Chinese, and more)

3. Major bus terminals and routes

Take note that express buses and intercity buses often depart from and arrive at different terminals. Most terminals are located in city centers, which make them easy to find. However, in Seoul and some other regions, terminals may be located far away from one another so you must check the point of departure one more time before you leave. If a terminal is called “jonghap terminal,” it means the terminal is offers both express and intercity routes. Routes are subject to change travelers are advised to check for changes in advance.