What app to use to get around in Korea?

Korea Map Apps in English Google Maps still works for buses, subways and long distance public transport. Our two suggested Korean navigation apps in English are Naver Map and KakaoMap. Have a play with both and see which one you like best. Waze is another navigation app well worth considering, particularly for driving.



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Best Apps to Get Around in Seoul and other Cities
  • Naver Map App. Android – iOS. This is the navigation app that I use most frequently. ...
  • KakaoMap App. Android – iOS. ...
  • Subway Korea App. Android – iOS. ...
  • Seoul Subway App. Android – iOS. ...
  • KakaoBus App. Android – iOS. ...
  • Kakao T App. Android – iOS. ...
  • Korail App. Android – iOS.


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Reserve a ride with Uber in advance in Seoul Complete your plans today by reserving a ride with Uber in Seoul. Request a ride up to 30 days in advance, at any time and on any day of the year. Date format is yyyy/MM/dd. Press the down arrow or enter key to interact with the calendar and select a date.

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The best way to get around Seoul is via the subway. You can throw in a taxi ride here and there if you plan on staying out late, or a bus ride if your destination is too far to walk.

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Kakao T is South Korea's answer to Uber, and it has been quickly gaining popularity among locals and tourists alike. With its easy-to-use app and affordable rates, it's no wonder why Kakao T is becoming such a popular choice for transportation in South Korea!

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At least the SIM cards for foreigners that you can expensively buy in the airport work. But you won't be able to pay by credit card via the app. Only option for non Koreans is pay to the taxi driver...

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Tipping in South Korea is not customary. Many say the idea of tipping is unfair and even demeaning to the recipient, so much so that a tip jar at a bagel shop in Seoul was enough to cause commotion.

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Taxis are abundant and scandalously cheap compared to other world capitals, with the meter starting at 2,200 won and fares rarely exceeding 10,000 won for standard hops.

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It is the exact same price for a regular Taxi. If your check card is set up with Kakao Taxi (Kakao Pay), you can use the 1,000W “priority service” to “jump the queue but I don't know anyone who actually uses that. Kakao Black is the fancy car that definitely costs more.

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Kakao is not just the name of the mobile messenger that almost all South Koreans use. It is a Korean substitute for the US' Uber or Southeast Asia's Grab. KakaoT, operated by the messenger app company, is by far the most widely used app to hail a taxi, although there are smaller competitors.

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Take the bus – While the trains are fun, the cheapest way to get around Korea is by bus. They take longer but are much cheaper, so if you have the time, opt for long-distance buses. Just show up at the bus station to reserve your tickets in advance, as most websites and apps are in Korean.

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