Choose a transport card by route, region and duration
Choose a Korean transport card by checking route coverage, region, trip duration, reload access and refund needs before paying.
Start with your route, not a card name
A transport card is easier to choose when you start with your travel pattern rather than a brand name.
Compare duration and reload access
Write down three things: the cities and routes you will use, how many days you need the card, and where you can reload or request a refund. Then compare only the options that cover those needs.
Check activation, balance and refund rules
Check whether activation starts at purchase or first use, whether the route is inside the service area, and what happens to the remaining balance. Rules can change, so use the card operator’s current page before paying.
Use the operator’s current page
This guide gives a neutral checklist. It does not recommend a paid product or quote a guaranteed fare, refund or discount.
Working checklist
| Question | Your private note |
|---|---|
| Cities and routes | ___ |
| Trip duration | ___ |
| Reload access | ___ |
| Refund or remaining balance | ___ |
Blank fields are unknown, not zero or confirmed.
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