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Step-by-step subway guide for travelers: tickets, T-money vs. card, transfers, fares (with USD), apps with links, etiquette, and pro tips.

초행자도 바로 쓸 수 있는 지하철 가이드예요. 티머니/신용카드 결제, 환승·요금(달러 환산 포함), 핵심 앱 링크, 에티켓과 안전 팁까지 한 번에 정리했습니다.

FX for this post (Aug 2025): 1 USD ≈ ₩1,380 (rounded).

달러 환산은 이해를 돕기 위한 고정값(1 USD≈₩1,380)을 사용합니다.

📑 Table of Contents

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1. Korean Subway Overview
2. Download: English Subway Map (PDF)
3. Tickets & Payment Methods
4. Fares & Transfers (with USD)
5. How to Transfer & Read Signs
6. Best Apps (with links)
7. Subway Etiquette
8. Extra Tips & Safety
9. Quick Quiz
10. Next Post Preview

🚇 Korean Subway Overview

Subways operate in Seoul (incl. AREX), Busan, Daegu, Gwangju, and Daejeon. Seoul’s network is extensive and integrates with commuter rail.

지하철은 서울(공항철도 포함), 부산, 대구, 광주, 대전에서 운영되며, 서울권은 광역전철과 연계되어 촘촘한 이동이 가능합니다.

📥 Download: English Subway Map (PDF)

Get the English map here: Download Korean Subway Map (EN, PDF)

영문 지하철 노선도(PDF)는 위 링크에서 내려받을 수 있어요. 여행 전에 오프라인 보관을 추천합니다.

🎫 Tickets & Payment Methods

• T-money — Reloadable transit card usable on subway/bus/taxi & convenience stores nationwide.
• Contactless bank cards — Many foreign Visa/Mastercards work at Seoul turnstiles (tap-in/out).
• Single-ride ticket — Buy at kiosks; includes ₩500 deposit refundable after your trip.

Pro tip: Keep ₩10,000–₩20,000 on T-money to cover transfers/long trips without reloading.

💳 Fares & Transfers (with USD)

Seoul uses distance-based fares with integrated transfers (subway↔bus). Adult T-money examples below.

Item	KRW	USD (≈)	Notes
Base fare (up to 10 km)	₩1,550	$1.12	Adult, T-money
10–50 km surcharge	+₩100 / 5 km	+$0.07 / 5 km	Added to base
50+ km surcharge	+₩100 / 8 km	+$0.07 / 8 km	Long-distance legs
Single-ride ticket deposit	₩500	$0.36	Refundable
AREX All-Stop (Seoul⇄ICN)	~₩4,150–₩4,750	~$3.00–$3.44	Segment-dependent

Integrated Transfer Rule	Details
Free transfers	Subway↔Subway/Bus within the network; fare recalculated on exit
Transfer window	Within 30 minutes (often extended late night)
Tap-in/out	Always tap when entering/exiting/changing modes
Eligible media	T-money or compatible contactless cards (paper tickets usually exclude free bus transfers)

USD uses the fixed rate for this post (1 USD ≈ ₩1,380).

🔄 How to Transfer & Read Signs

Follow yellow “Transfer” signs. Some stations require long corridors—budget 5–10 mins. Check platform direction to avoid backtracking.

노란색 환승 표지를 따라 이동하세요. 환승 동선이 긴 역도 있어 5–10분 여유를 두면 좋아요. 승강장 방향을 꼭 확인하세요.

📱 Best Apps (with links)

• Naver Map — route planning, live ETAs  • Android • iOS
• Kakao Map — exits, landmarks • Android • iOS
• Subway Korea — offline map, fastest transfers • Android • iOS

🙏 Subway Etiquette

노약자석 비우기 · 문 앞 비우기 · 통화는 짧고 조용히 · 배낭은 앞쪽에 메기 · 음식물 자제(뚜껑 있는 음료 OK).

Keep priority seats free, clear the doors, speak softly, wear backpack on the front in crowds, avoid food (lidded drinks okay).

💡 Extra Tips & Safety

• Last trains: typically 23:30–00:20 depending on line; check apps for the final service.
• Peak hours: 07:30–09:00 / 18:00–20:00; let riders exit first.
• Summer AC: Cars can be chilly; carry a light layer.

📝 Quick Quiz

1. What’s the adult base fare in Seoul (T-money)? (KRW & USD)
2. How much is the single-ride deposit and is it refundable?
3. Name two apps that show subway routes and exits.

Show Answers

1) ₩1,550 ≈ $1.12   2) ₩500, refundable   3) Naver Map / Kakao Map (also: Subway Korea)

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Up next: Korean Seasonal Weather & Clothing Guide — what to wear, packing tips, and climate charts.

다음 글: 한국 사계절 날씨와 옷차림 가이드 — 계절별 추천 복장·짐 꾸리기 팁·기후 차트를 정리합니다.

Tags: Travel to Korea, Korean subway, Seoul transportation, Korea travel tips, Public transport Korea, AREX, 한국여행, 서울교통, 지하철이용팁

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