Seoul Climate Card Tourist Pass Guide: Unlimited Transit Pass [Official 2026]
Visiting Seoul and planning to use public transit frequently? The official Seoul Climate Card(Tourist Pass) is an absolute game-changer! It offers unlimited rides on Seoul subways and city buses for 1 to 7 days at an insanely affordable flat rate.
Here is everything you need to know about pass options, prices, where to buy, and how to recharge your card!
📊 Climate Card Tourist Pass Options & Prices
| Pass Type | Price (KRW) | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| 1-Day Pass | 5,000 KRW | Short layovers & intensive 1-day sightseeing |
| 2-Day Pass | 8,000 KRW | Weekend trips |
| 3-Day Pass | 10,000 KRW | Most Popular! Perfect for standard 3-4 day Seoul stays |
| 5-Day Pass | 15,000 KRW | Extended Seoul exploration |
| 7-Day Pass | 20,000 KRW | Long-term travelers |
Note: The physical card costs 3,000 KRW. Once purchased, you can recharge it with any pass option above using cash or credit card!
💡 Google Maps Doesn't Work Well in Korea!
To check real-time subway schedules and map out your routes in English, download "Naver Map" now!
🟢 Download NAVER Map (Android) 🚇 Download NAVER Map (iOS)🛒 1. Where to Buy & How to Top-up
📱 Mobile Card Option (Free Card, Android Only)
If you use an Android smartphone, you don't need to buy a physical card! Download the Mobile T-money App, sign up, and issue a Mobile Climate Card directly on your phone.
Mobile T-money App Download:
🚇 Mobile T-money App Download (Android)💳 Physical Card Option (3,000 KRW)
If you use an iPhone or prefer a physical card, you can purchase it at:
- Seoul Tourism Plaza Information Center (Cheonggyecheon area)
- Myeongdong Tourist Information Center
- Customer Service Centers at Seoul Subway Lines 1–8 stations
- Convenience Stores (GS25, CU, 7-Eleven, Emart24) near subway stations in Seoul
Recharge Methods: You can top-up your card at ticket vending/recharge machines inside subway stations (Lines 1–8) using CASH (KRW) or CREDIT CARDS.
🚨 2. Official Coverage & Restrictions (Important!)
✅ INCLUDED (Unlimited Rides):
- Seoul Subway Lines 1–9, Ui-Sinseol Line, Sillim Line, Gyeongui-Jungang Line, Gyeongchun Line, Suin-Bundang Line (within Seoul boundaries)
- AREX All-Stop Train: Valid ONLY for travel between Seoul Station ↔ Gimpo Airport Station
- Seoul City Buses: Blue buses, Green buses, Village buses, and Night buses (N-Buses) licensed by Seoul City
❌ EXCLUDED (Not Covered):
- AREX Express Train: Direct non-stop train to Incheon Airport is NOT covered.
- Airport Limousine Buses: Standard Airport Buses (N6002, 6001, etc.) require separate tickets.
- Shinbundang Line & Red Express Buses: Intercity routes going outside Seoul (Gyeonggi-do/Incheon) are excluded.
- Public Bikes (Ttareungyi): Available depending on the pass option selected
🗺️ Key Official Tourist Outlets (Google Maps)
- 1. Myeongdong Tourist Information Center: Buy your physical card right in Myeongdong.
👉 Click here for Myeongdong Tourist Center Pin - 2. Seoul Tourism Plaza: Located near Cheonggyecheon Stream.
👉 Click here for Seoul Tourism Plaza Pin
Get your Climate Card and explore Seoul with absolute ease!
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