Since we will be traveling in whole new place, wouldn’t it
be more convenient if we would be able to do that hassle free? That is why I had
to research on a convenient way of getting around Seoul. Just like Singapore; South
Korea boasts of extensive network of trains and buses, which has actually
helped its tourism to grow over the years. And the best way to this without
being burdened by the time-to-time buying of one way tickets is by the use of
T-Money Cards. T-Money in Korea
is a smart card or device that is rechargeable. The T-Money card was
implemented in July 2004 to ease the traffic flow at ticket gates in Seoul and
other cities. T Money
can be used to pay transportation fees or even make purchases in stores.
T-money Mpass is the periodic public transportation ticket
issued for foreigners only so foreign visitors can travel Republic of Korea
more easily.
The foreigners who received the issued T-money Mpass can use
subway line No. 1-9 of Seoul, Incheon subway and airport railroad maximum 20
times a day and use franchisers of T-money, bus and taxi if charges the pass
too.
Rental Prices
1 day
|
10,000
won
|
2 days
|
18,000
won (10% discount)
|
3 days
|
25,500
won (15% discount)
|
5 days
|
42,500
won (15% discount)
|
7 days
|
59,500
won (15% discount)
|
T-money Mpass is issued on the arrival floor at the Incheon
airport, you can find application forms at the main information desk; fill it
out and the T-money Mpass will be issued. The service operates from 7 AM to 10 PM.
How to Top Up Your T-money Mpass with
Cash:
The main information desk on the arrival floor at the
Incheon Airport, T-money affiliated Stores (GS25, Family Mart, Seven Eleven,
Buy The Way, Mini Stop, and Kiosks); charge machines at subway stations offer a
convenient way of topping your T-money Mpass with cash. The charging is
incremental by 1,000 won unit; up to 90,000 won can be charged at one time, for
a maximum of 500,000 won. If you top up your T-money Mpass with cash, T-money
Mpass can be used just like cash at T-money affiliated stores or in cabs with
T-Money Logo.
Discount Benefits:
Special discounts are offered at more than 6,000 affiliates
throughout the nation, including tourist attractions, amusement parks,
restaurants, accommodations, shopping areas, performing arts theaters, and
more.
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Transportation:
SUBWAY:
Metropolitan lines 1-9, New Airport Railway, and Light
Electric Railway
BUS:
Seoul, Gyunggi, Incheon City Bus, Rural Bus, and Inter-City
Bus
Cheonan, Asan, Pohang, Tongyoung, Andong, and Geoje City/
Rural Bus
City Tour Bus (T-money users are eligible for a 5% discount)
TAXI:
Inner Seoul City Taxi
(only available from taxies with a card indicator)
·
Sightseeing & Entertainment:
At the main information desk on the arrival floor at the
Incheon Airport, you can buy a T-money Mpass that includes tour attraction
tickets. This will provide you with an easier way to explore Korea.
Seoul Museum of Art, Kyeongbok Palace, Changduk Palace,
Changkyung Palace, Duksu Palace, and Jongmyo (Free)
N SEOUL TOWER, Chongdong Theater, Lotte World, For Season
House, Sachoom Dance Musical, Myungdong Haemultang Uhmunijip, Myungdong Hanjeungmak, Myundong Mud, National Museum of Korea, 63
City
Book Store:
Kyobo Bookstore
(Gwanghwamun, Mokdong, Jamsil, Ewha University, Sukmyung University branches)
Shopping, Coffee and
Bakery, Fast-food:
Lotte Duty Free, Lotte Mart, 7-Eleven, Lotte Super, Lotte
Department Store, McDonalds, Lotteria, Angel-in-us, Mister Donut, Crown Bakery
Self-Service Machine:
Easy Locker: Self Service Locker Fee at Seoul Metropolitan
Subway Line No. 1-4
Drink, Snack, and Book Vending Machine which is installed at
major subway stations such as Seoul and City Hall Stations
KTL Public Phone
Refund and Replacement:
After usage, if you return your T-money Mpass, the guarantee
fee and other money unused on your pass will be refunded to you although
transaction fee of 500 won will be deducted.
Malfunctioning Cards will be refunded for all the unused
amount plus the guarantee fee will be returned too.
Refund place will be at the main tourist information office
on the arrival floor at the Incheon Airport.
So there you go, surely we will enjoy touring around Seoul
when we get there. I just love the feeling of tapping the card on the sensors
when I get into and out of the subway and on buses too. Just can’t wait to buy
my very own T-Money card; but will still have to save for it. We will be staying
for two weeks, so it will be a 14 days worth of T-Money Mpass.
See you there!