π Bus: Go Where Subways Can't
Want to see the real Seoul streets?
Hop on a bus! It covers everywhere the subway misses.
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1. Know Your Colors
Seoul buses are color-coded. Just remember this:
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π Blue (Main): Long distance, connects major districts. (The most common one!)
π Green (Branch): Short distance, connects to subway stations.
π Yellow (Loop): Circles popular tourist spots (Namsan, Myeongdong)
β€οΈ Red (Express): Goes outside Seoul (to Gyeonggi province). Warning: More expensive!
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2. Fare & Payment
Important: Seoul is becoming "Cashless" Many buses do not accept cash anymore. You MUST use a card!
Base Fare (Blue/Green): 1,500 KRW
Red Bus: 3,000 KRW (Avoid this if you are staying only in Seoul)
Night Bus (Owl Bus): 2,500 KRW (Runs 11:30 PM ~ 06:00 AM)
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π‘ Money Saving Tip:
Climate Card: You can ride Blue, Green, and Yellow buses for FREE (Unlimited) with the Climate Card.
Caution: Red Buses and Night Buses are usually NOT covered by the Climate Card. Check before you tap!
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3. How to Ride
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1. Front Door In, Back Door Out: Enter through the front, exit through the back.
2. Tap TWICE: Tap your card when you get on AND when you get off.
- Why? You must tap out to get the Free Transfer (Subway β Bus) discount within 30 mins.
3. No Stop Request? No Stop!: Press the red 'STOP' button before your station, or the driver might skip it.
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4. The "Owl Bus"
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Missed the last subway? Don't panic. Look for the bus number starting with "N" (ex. N62)
- It runs all night when subways are closed. It's much cheaper than a taxi!
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