Seoul, South Korea Hotels and City Guide

Seoul - Transportation

As well as being the home of two international airport, the city of Seoul is also easily reached by road. Roads into Seoul are of a high standard and are relatively fast moving. There is also a train network that links Seoul with other local towns and cities.

Getting Around Seoul

Airport to City Transport
For getting to the city from the airport, there are taxis, a fast subway service and several bus services including the frequent City Express and Airport Express. Travel time between the airport and downtown should take approximately fifty or sixty minutes by road, but at peak times it may be preferable to use the subway to avoid traffic delays.

Public Transportation

The Subway
Seoul has twelve subway lines, each recognisable by its colour and number. Most lines have stops in the city centre as well as major transit hubs including the Seoul Train Station, the Express Bus Station and Gimpo Airport. An adult ticket costs 1,000 won with another 100won payable for every 5km travelled after the first 10km (included in the initial ticket cost).

Public Buses
Seoul has a developed public bus system, which users different coloured buses to mark the various routes. A blue bus travels between the inner city and outder suburbs. A green bus connects subway stations and residential areas. A yellow bus travels in a circular route within central Seoul, and is most likely the one a tourist would use.

Water taxis
There are about 17 water taxi stations along the Hangang river and can offer a direct drop-off or else a tour of Seoul from the waterside.

Hotels in Seoul, South Korea