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🚖 Taxi Fares and Surcharges

Seoul

  • Base Fare: ₩4,800 for the first 1.6 km.

  • Distance Fare: ₩100 per 131 meters.

  • Time Fare: ₩100 per 30 seconds when moving below 15.72 km/h.

  • Night Surcharge:

    • 10:00 PM – 11:00 PM & 2:00 AM – 4:00 AM: 20% increase.

    • 11:00 PM – 2:00 AM: 40% increase.

  • Out-of-City Surcharge: 20% for trips beyond city limits.

  • Maximum Combined Surcharge: Up to 60% when multiple surcharges apply.

Busan

  • Base Fare: ₩4,800 for the first 2 km.

  • Distance Fare: ₩100 per 132 meters.

  • Time Fare: ₩100 per 33 seconds.

  • Night Surcharge:

    • 11:00 PM – 12:00 AM & 2:00 AM – 4:00 AM: 20% increase.

    • 12:00 AM – 2:00 AM: 30% increase.

  • Out-of-City Surcharge: 30% for trips beyond city limits.

  • Maximum Combined Surcharge: Up to 40% when multiple surcharges apply.

Note: Night surcharges are implemented to compensate drivers for working during less desirable hours and to ensure availability during peak night times.


🚇 Subway Fares and Transfer Policies

Seoul (Metropolitan Area)

  • Base Fare: ₩1,400 for the first 10 km.

  • Additional Fare:

    • ₩100 per 5 km between 10 km and 50 km.

    • ₩100 per 8 km beyond 50 km.

  • Discounts:

    • Children (6–12 years): 50% off.

    • Teenagers (13–18 years): 20% off.

    • Early Bird (before 6:30 AM): 20% off.

  • Transfer Policy:

    • Up to 4 free transfers between subway and bus within 30 minutes.

    • Transfers must be made within the time limit to qualify for discounts.

Busan

  • Base Fare: ₩1,400 for the first 10 km.

  • Additional Fare:

    • ₩100 per 5 km between 10 km and 50 km.

    • ₩100 per 8 km beyond 50 km.

  • Discounts:

    • Children (6–12 years): 50% off.

    • Teenagers (13–18 years): 20% off.

  • Transfer Policy:

    • Up to 2 free transfers between subway and bus within 30 minutes.

    • Transfers must be made within the time limit to qualify for discounts.

Note: These integrated fare systems encourage the use of public transportation by making it more affordable and convenient, reducing traffic congestion and environmental impact.


🚌 Bus Fares and Transfer Policies

Seoul

  • Base Fare:

    • Standard Bus: ₩1,400.

    • Express Bus: ₩2,400.

  • Discounts:

    • Children (6–12 years): 50% off.

    • Teenagers (13–18 years): 20% off.

  • Transfer Policy:

    • Up to 4 free transfers between bus and subway within 30 minutes.

Busan

  • Base Fare:

    • Standard Bus: ₩1,400.

    • Express Bus: ₩2,100.

  • Discounts:

    • Children (6–12 years): 50% off.

    • Teenagers (13–18 years): 20% off.

  • Transfer Policy:

    • Up to 2 free transfers between bus and subway within 30 minutes.

Note: The transfer policies are designed to make commuting more cost-effective and to promote the use of public transportation over private vehicles.


💡 Tips for Travelers

  1. Use Transportation Cards: Purchase a T-money card in Seoul or a Hanaro card in Busan for seamless travel across buses and subways.

  2. Plan Ahead: Be mindful of night surcharge times when planning late-night travels.

  3. Keep Track of Transfers: Ensure transfers are made within the stipulated time to benefit from fare discounts.

  4. Stay Informed: Fare structures can change; always check the latest information before traveling.



🚖 택시 요금 및 할증

서울

  • 기본요금: 1.6km까지 4,800원

  • 거리요금: 131m당 100원

  • 시간요금: 15.72km/h 미만 시 30초당 100원

  • 심야할증:

    • 22:00-23:00 및 02:00-04:00: 20%

    • 23:00~02:00: 40%

  • 시계외할증: 20%

  • 최대 중복할증: 60%

부산

  • 기본요금: 2km까지 4,800원

  • 거리요금: 132m당 100원

  • 시간요금: 33초당 100원

  • 심야할증:

    • 23:0024:00 및 02:0004:00: 20%

    • 00:00~02:00: 30%

  • 시계외할증: 30%

  • 최대 중복할증: 40%

참고: 심야할증은 운전자에게 추가 보상을 제공하고, 야간 시간대에도 택시 이용이 가능하도록 하기 위해 시행됩니다.

🚇 지하철 요금 및 환승 정책

서울 (수도권)

  • 기본요금: 10km까지 1,400원

  • 추가요금:

    • 10~50km: 5km마다 100원

    • 50km 초과: 8km마다 100원

  • 할인:

    • 어린이(6~12세): 50% 할인

    • 청소년(13~18세): 20% 할인

    • 조조할인(06:30 이전): 20% 할인

  • 환승 정책:

    • 버스와 지하철 간 최대 4회 무료 환승

    • 환승은 30분 이내에 이루어져야 할인 적용

부산

  • 기본요금: 10km까지 1,400원

  • 추가요금:

    • 10~50km: 5km마다 100원

    • 50km 초과: 8km마다 100원

  • 할인:

    • 어린이(6~12세): 50% 할인

    • 청소년(13~18세): 20% 할인

  • 환승 정책:

    • 버스와 지하철 간 최대 2회 무료 환승