Transportation in Seoul

Seoul, the capital and largest city in South Korea, accounts for only 0.6% of the country's total land area, yet it is home to around 19% of the population.

[1] The population density in Seoul demands a great deal of the city's transportation systems, which are regarded by many as among the best and most advanced in the world.

[2] Seoul is very well connected by its subway and bus systems, and the city is also very supportive of pedestrian foot travel.

Meanwhile, Incheon International Airport has become, along with Hong Kong and Singapore, a major transportation centre for East Asia.

[3] Incheon and Gimpo are linked to Seoul and the rest of the country by highways, as well as urban rail service.

Major bus terminals include: There are also a number of former bus terminals, including but not limited to: Seoul city government owns 11 metro and light metro lines that interlink every district of the city with one another and with the surrounding area.

The majority of the population now uses the public transportation system due to its convenience and low cost.

Despite this, it is highly regarded for its efficiency, its ease of navigation, its timeliness, and for the allure of all the shops and attractions that are present inside the subway system itself.

It is purchasable for 2,500 won from machines at each subway station, as well as from most prominent convenience stores in Seoul.

The Korea Rail Pass allows individuals to ride on any supported train within the timeframe that the card is purchased for without any extra fees.