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🚇 Transport•English•1mo ago
James Wilson
Complete Guide to Using T-money Card in Korea
The T-money card is essential for traveling in Korea. Here's everything you need to know!
**What is T-money?**
A rechargeable smart card for public transportation and small purchases.
**Where to Buy:**
- Convenience stores (GS25, CU, 7-Eleven, Emart24)
- Subway station vending machines
- Airport convenience stores
- Cost: 2,500 ~ 4,000 KRW for the card itself
**How to Recharge:**
- Convenience stores (cash only)
- Subway station machines (cash or card)
- Minimum: 1,000 KRW
**Where to Use:**
✅ Subway (all cities)
✅ City buses
✅ Taxis
✅ Convenience stores
**Money-Saving Tips:**
- Transfer discount: Free transfer within 30 minutes between bus and subway
- 100 KRW discount per ride compared to single tickets
Pro tip: The mobile T-money app works with Samsung Pay!
Any questions about transportation in Korea? Ask below!
**What is T-money?**
A rechargeable smart card for public transportation and small purchases.
**Where to Buy:**
- Convenience stores (GS25, CU, 7-Eleven, Emart24)
- Subway station vending machines
- Airport convenience stores
- Cost: 2,500 ~ 4,000 KRW for the card itself
**How to Recharge:**
- Convenience stores (cash only)
- Subway station machines (cash or card)
- Minimum: 1,000 KRW
**Where to Use:**
✅ Subway (all cities)
✅ City buses
✅ Taxis
✅ Convenience stores
**Money-Saving Tips:**
- Transfer discount: Free transfer within 30 minutes between bus and subway
- 100 KRW discount per ride compared to single tickets
Pro tip: The mobile T-money app works with Samsung Pay!
Any questions about transportation in Korea? Ask below!