Step-by-step guides to getting around Korea by subway, bus, taxi, and airport transportation, including T-money cards and navigation apps.
Last checked: August 2, 2026. Seoul transportation fares, ticket payment methods, and pass rules can change, so check the linked official sources if your trip is still several months away. For most first-time visitors, Seoul is easiest to explore by combining the subway and buses. Start with a transportation card, install a local map app, … Read more
For many first-time visitors, Naver Map is a practical starting point for getting around Korea, while KakaoMap can be useful as a secondary option for local searches and route checks. Naver Map supports English, route guidance, public transit information, saved places, and place searches, which can make it a practical choice for English-speaking visitors. KakaoMap … Read more