<p style="text-align: left;"><img class="fr-dii" src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/img.edmkorean.com/editor/images/edmblog/2025/10/434bbf26_c49852394e85b.jpg" style="width: 904px; height: 904px;"></p><p><br></p><p>Hello! Today, we have prepared a guide on using the subway in Korea, one of the most efficient and convenient public transportation options. Korea&rsquo;s subway system is clean, efficient, and allows you to navigate the bustling cities quickly. Let&#39;s dive into the details of how to use the subway in Korea.</p><p><br></p><p style="text-align: left;"><strong><span style="font-size: 20px;">1. Understanding the Subway Map</span></strong></p><p style="text-align: left;">In major cities like Seoul, there are various subway lines, each with a unique color and number, making them easy to identify.</p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 18px;"><strong><span style="color: rgb(68, 68, 68);">Seoul Subway Map</span></strong></span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/img.edmkorean.com/editor/images/edmblog/2025/10/efcd67c7_25c7c038656aa.jpg" class="fr-fil fr-dib" data-files="[object Object]" style="width: 400px; height: 300px;"></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102);">[Image Source: Seoul metro]</span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p style="text-align: left;">Seoul&#39;s subway consists of 23 lines, and each line connects with others, allowing for easy transfers. Familiarizing yourself with the main lines beforehand can be very useful.</p><p style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 20px;"><strong>2. T-money Card</strong></span></p><p style="text-align: left;">The T-money card is a convenient transportation card used for subways and other public transportation in Korea.</p><p style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 18px; color: rgb(68, 68, 68);"><strong>T-money Card</strong></span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/img.edmkorean.com/editor/images/edmblog/2025/10/161c80ab_c58a53012282d.png" class="fr-fic fr-fil fr-dib" data-files="[object Object]" style="width: 300px;"></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102);">[Image Source: T-money Official Site]</span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p style="text-align: left;"><em>Purchasing and Charging the T-money Card</em></p><ol><li style="text-align: left;"><strong>Purchase</strong>: You can buy a T-money card at convenience stores (e.g., CU, GS25) or automatic ticket machines in subway stations.</li><li style="text-align: left;"><strong>Charging</strong>: Charge your T-money card at convenience stores, charging machines in subway stations, or through the T-money mobile app.</li></ol><p style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 20px;"><strong>3. Using the Subway</strong></span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><strong>1) Entering the Subway</strong></p><p style="text-align: left;">Upon arriving at the subway station, first check the route to your destination by looking at the subway map and signs.</p><p style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 18px; color: rgb(68, 68, 68);"><strong>Passing Through the Gates</strong></span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><img class="fr-dii" src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/img.edmkorean.com/editor/images/edmblog/2025/10/d2030984_a9796c5237817.png" style="width: 400px; height: 300px;"></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102);">[Image Source: namu.wiki]</span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p style="text-align: left;">Tag your T-money card on the card reader at the gate to enter. If your card has insufficient balance, you can charge it and then pass through.</p><p style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p style="text-align: left;"><strong>2) Boarding the Train</strong></p><p style="text-align: left;">Wait for your train on the platform, checking the electronic displays and announcements for arrival information.</p><p style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 18px; color: rgb(68, 68, 68);"><strong>Platform</strong></span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><img class="fr-dii" src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/img.edmkorean.com/editor/images/edmblog/2025/10/70396f7c_81aa98c569ac1.png" style="width: 400px; height: 300px;"></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102);">[Image Source: edm Korean</span><span style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102);">]</span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p style="text-align: left;">When the train arrives, wait for passengers to disembark before boarding. Stand to the side of the doors to let others off first.</p><p style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p style="text-align: left;"><strong>3) Transferring Lines</strong></p><p style="text-align: left;">When transferring to another subway line, follow the transfer signs. Korea&#39;s subway system is designed for easy transfers between lines.</p><p style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p style="text-align: left;"><strong><span style="color: rgb(68, 68, 68); font-size: 18px;">Transfer Corridor</span></strong></p><p style="text-align: left;"><img class="fr-dii" src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/img.edmkorean.com/editor/images/edmblog/2025/10/35f2e988_73adcf826be2a.png" style="width: 400px; height: 300px;"></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102);">[Image Source: edm Korean</span><span style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102);">]</span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p style="text-align: left;"><strong>4) Exiting and Passing Through Gates</strong></p><p style="text-align: left;">When you reach your destination, exit the train and follow the signs to the appropriate exit. Tag your T-money card at the gate to pay for your ride as you leave.</p><p style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 18px; color: rgb(68, 68, 68);"><strong>Exit</strong></span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><img class="fr-dii" src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/img.edmkorean.com/editor/images/edmblog/2025/10/1fae9e47_64309fc22de87.png" style="width: 400px; height: 300px;"></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102);">[Image Source: edm Korean</span><span style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102);">]</span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 20px;"><strong>4. Useful Tips</strong></span></p><ul><li style="text-align: left;"><strong>Avoid Rush Hours</strong>: The subway can be very crowded during peak hours (7-9 AM, 6-8 PM), so it&#39;s best to travel outside these times if possible.</li><li style="text-align: left;"><strong>Use Apps</strong>: Utilize mobile apps like Naver Map and KakaoMap for real-time arrival information and easy route planning.</li><li style="text-align: left;"><strong>Subway Etiquette</strong>: Set your phone to silent mode and avoid talking on the phone. Additionally, leave priority seats available for the elderly, disabled, and pregnant women.</li></ul><p style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p style="text-align: left;">This concludes the guide to using the subway in Korea. We hope this information helps make your time in Korea more convenient and enjoyable. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please feel free to contact us.</p><p style="text-align: left;">Thank you!</p>