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c/Korea · Posted by u/Mei Ling 1 month ago Local Expert · 77 views
Question South Korea

Do I need to speak Korean to use the subway in Seoul, and how do I purchase tickets?

Hi! About to book but still unsure about do I need to speak Korean to use the subway in Seoul, and how do I purchase t.... Any clarity would help. Would really appreciate any advice.
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Nadia Rahman Trailblazer HolidaySG Official · 1 month ago

No, all signage and announcements are bilingual in Korean and English, and ticket machines have English menus. You can buy a single‑journey ticket or a reloadable T‑money card at any station, then tap in and out like a metro card elsewhere.

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