🟢 Transportation Vocabulary (Bus, Taxi, Subway) – Beginner Level (TOPIK 1–2)

Learning how to get around in Korea is one of the first steps to becoming independent. Whether you're taking a bus, calling a taxi, or using the subway, this vocabulary will help you navigate Korean transportation like a pro! 🚍🚕🚇

🚏 Key Vocabulary

Korean	Romanization	English
버스	beoseu	bus
택시	taeksi	taxi
지하철	jihacheol	subway
정류장	jeongnyujang	bus stop
역	yeok	station
갈아타다	garatada	to transfer
교통카드	gyotong kadeu	transportation card
요금	yogeum	fare
노선	noseon	route
출발하다	chulbalhada	to depart

🗣 Practice Dialogue

A: 지하철역이 어디예요?
A: Jihacheol-yeogi eodieyo?
A: Where is the subway station?

B: 저기 버스 정류장 옆에 있어요.
B: Jeogi beoseu jeongnyujang yeope isseoyo.
B: It’s next to the bus stop over there.

A: 감사합니다! 교통카드로 탈 수 있어요?
A: Gamsahamnida! Gyotongkadeuro tal su isseoyo?
A: Thank you! Can I use a transportation card?

B: 네, 다 탈 수 있어요.
B: Ne, da tal su isseoyo.
B: Yes, you can use it on all transport.

🚦 Common Expressions

버스 탔어요? – Beoseu tasseoyo? – Did you take the bus?
지하철 몇 호선이에요? – Jihacheol myeot hoseonieyo? – What subway line is it?
여기서 갈아타야 해요. – Yeogiseo garatayahaeyo. – You need to transfer here.

🧠 Did You Know?

Seoul’s subway system is one of the most extensive and punctual in the world. As of 2025, there are 23 subway lines in the Greater Seoul area, and many signs are in Korean, English, Chinese, and Japanese. Also, T-money cards work on subways, buses, and even taxis!

💬 Ready to Use Public Transport in Korea?

If you're planning to travel or live in Korea, it's helpful to practice conversations about directions and transportation. Book a lesson with me on italki, and I’ll guide you through all the must-know travel phrases!

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💌 Final Thoughts:
Mastering basic transportation vocabulary makes your stay in Korea easier and more fun. Try using these expressions in real life or role-play with a teacher!

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