Seoul subway fare discount amount and discount type

<Seoul, Korea - subway discounts and rate discount benefits>



-Public transportation fare structures may change over time, so please look for the most up-to-date information.-


1. Free


- infants and toddlers(up to three infants) who are under the age of 6(to get a discount infants and toddlers should be accompanied by a parent)

- seniors who are over the age of 65 

- persons with disabilities who are subject to the ‘Welfare of Persons with Disabilities Act’

- persons to whom ‘Welfare of Persons with Disabilities Act’ and ‘National Merit Act’ applies


2. Discount for children and teenagers


Discount applies after purchasing a transportation card and registering as a child or teenager.

(Information on how to register children discounting -

Children’s discount: Ages 6 and older ~ Ages 13 and older (or elementary school students)
Youth discount: Ages 13 and older ~ Ages 18 and older (or youth between 18 and 24 years of age attending middle or high school who are subject to the Elementary and Secondary Education Act)


3. Early morning discount


20% discount for everyone(general, teenagers, and children) on public transportation fares for the first ride before 6:30 a.m. (should use a transportation card)


4. Subway passes 


Subway passes in the metropolitan area are adjusted in conjunction with changing basic fares.



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