Metro
Metro
Subway — Seoul has an extensive network of public transportation and taxis. Consistently voted as one of the best in the world for its ease of use, cleanliness, and frequency of service, the Seoul subway system is one of the most efficient ways to travel around the city. Trains run non-stop from approximately 5:30 am until midnight. All subway lines are color coded and stations display signs in Korean, English, and Chinese. The following link shows a map of Seoul’s subway routes & destinations:
https://www.seoulmetro.co.kr/en/cyberStation.do?menuIdx=337
To ride the subway, you must use a single or multiple journey pass. Single-journey passes can be purchased in the subway stations, and require exact fare to your destination plus a 500-won refundable deposit. Multiple journey passes called Tmoney can be purchased at most convenience stores. Transfers between subway lines are free, and Tmoney users can transfer for free between bus and subway lines. Smartphone and tablet users can download a variety of apps that give routes, times, and transfer information in English, including Seoul Subway, Metroid Korea Subway Info, and Subway Navigation by Kakao.
Seoul Subway Fares Passenger
Regular (19 years old and up) Tmoney 1,250 Won , Regular Ticket 1,350 Won
Youth (13-18 years old) Tmoney 720 Won , Regular Ticket 1,350 Won
Child (6-12 years old) Tmoney 450 Won , Regular Ticket 450 Won