There are subways operating in the capital area, Busan, Daegu, Gwangju, Daejeon, and Seoul.
In capital area, there are currently a total of 9 subway lines, Incheon Line 1~2, Bundang Line, Sinbundang Line, Gyeongui-Jungang Line, and the Airpot Railroad, etc. in operation. Seoul subway lines are differentiated by color. All stations, including stations located at the farthest outskirts of Seoul, stations in satellite cities, and many transfer stations that intersect different lines, are marked on subway maps with symbols.
Normally, subways run at 2-3 minute intervals during rush hour in the mornings and evenings, and 4-6minute intervals at other times.
Classification | Transportation Card (rechargeable) | Transportation Card (one-time) |
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Adult | KRW 1,250 | KRW 100 added to the fares charged when transportation card is used |
Youth | KRW 720 | Regular one-trip card fare |
Children | KRW 450 | Same as rechargeable |
The table reflects fares charged for traveling less than 10km within the capital area; use and fees may vary by region. Please refer to the website of your local subway operation institution for more information.
To buy a one-time ticket, you must pay both the fare and a small deposit for the ticket (refundable once you reach your destination). You can get your deposit back by using the deposit return machine after getting off the train. The deposit amount and one-time ticket may differ by region.
Major subway and train stations including Seoul, Busan, Daegu, Incheon, Gwangju, Daejeon, etc. are equipped with nursing rooms, in names such as ‘Baby love room,’ or ‘Happy room for babies and mothers.’
For details, please refer to websites for regional subway stations and korail.
For information on the first trains, last trains, stations, operation schedule and the shortest routes, please visit the websites of the local subway operators mentioned in the following section.
Seoul Metro | www.seoulmetro.co.kr |
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Seoul Metro Line 9 | www.metro9.co.kr |
korail | www.korail.com |
Neo Trans Co., Ltd. | www.shinbundang.co.kr |
Korail Airport Railroad | www.arex.or.kr |
Busan Transportation Corporation, | www.humetro.busan.kr |
Daegu Metropolitan Transit Corporation, | www.dtro.or.kr |
Gwangju Metropolitan Rapid Transit Corporation, | www.grtc.co.kr |
Daejeon Metropolitan Express Transit Corporation, | www.djet.co.kr |