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Traffic informattion
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Subway System
There
are excellent subway systems in Seoul, Busan,
Daegu, and Incheon. The subway is the most efficient
and convenient way for foreign travelers to
get around Seoul and Busan. Station names, ticket
counters, and transfer signs are all clearly
marked in English as well as Korean, the different
lines are color-coded, and all trains have announcements
in English and Korean.
The subways themselves
are clean and efficient, air-conditioned, and
have automatic ticket dispensers and convenient
bus connections. Each station has a large waiting
area and the walls are decorated with various
artistic works. Fares are ranging from 600 to
800 Won (USD 0.46~0.62) but do vary with service
areas, so check the cost for your destination
before purchasing a ticket from the ticket counter
or dispenser.
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Bus Route
The
city bus systems differ slightly from city to
city in Korea, but most cities have local and
express buses. They are numbered but since their
signs are only in Korean, finding the right
bus may be confusing to a first-time visitor.
It is advisable to request assistance to find
the bus stop and number that you need. The bus
fare can be paid with either coins or a bus
card available at booths near bus stops.
LOCAL
CITY BUSES : Local buses are the most
common means of transportation in Seoul. They
are frequent, reliable, and inexpensive. Seouls
bus network serves every area of the city. The
adult fare is 600 regardless of distance.
CITY
COACH BUSES : City coach buses, called
Jwaseok bus in Korean, are more comfortable
and air-conditioned. They stop less frequently
and travel through congested areas faster. The
fares for the city coach buses and the new deluxe
city express buses are 1,300 and 1,500 respectively.
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Taxi
Taxis
are plentiful and inexpensive in Korea, clean
and safe. There are taxi stands in most bus
city areas, and taxis can also be hailed on
the streets. As well, certain taxis can be requested
by phone, through the fare for these special
call taxis (02-3431-5100) is somewhat higher
than regular taxis. An increasing number of
taxi drivers speak some English.
Regular
Taxis
 The
fare system in based on both the distance and
the time taken. Fares are 1,600 Won for the
first 2 km and added 100 Won per each 210 m.
The fare between Inchon International Airport
and downtown Seoul is usually around 50,000
Won (USD 38.5), through it could be higher of
traffic is congested. Fares increase 20% between
midnight and 4 a.m.
Deluxe Taxis
 Deluxe
taxis, called mobeom taxi in Korean, are black
with a yellow sign on the top and the words
Deluxe Taxi written on the sides. They offer
more passenger space and a high standard of
service. Fares are 3,000 Won for the first 3
km and added 200 Won per each additional 250
m or 60 seconds if the speed drops below 15
km per hour. The usual fare between Inchon International
Airport and downtown is about 70,000 Won (USD
53.8). Receipts are given. There is no late-night
surcharge. Deluxe taxis can be taken at stands
located at hotels, stations, bus terminals,
and on major city streets.
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