Seoul Buses
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Type of buses
- Trunk Bus (Blue) : This type of buses will operate at higher speeds and access the median bus lane connecting suburban areas to downtown Seoul. The city government is partly in charge of its operation. The city has taken full consideration to introduce 3 kinds of buses belonging to the Blue Bus category: articulated bus, CNG (compressed natural gas) bus with a low floor, and regular large-sized CNG bus. The blue color represents Seoul's skyline and Hangang (River) to symbolize security and freedom.
- Branch Bus (Green) : Green buses will be flexibly operated by private bus companies, to connect major subway stations or bus terminals outside downtown Seoul. It is similar with the city bus and the community shuttle bus currently in operation. Green stands for the mountains surrounding the city.
- Rapid Bus (Red) : The red buses will be express buses designed specially for those commuting between downtown Seoul and the metropolitan area. The color red exudes energy of speed.
- Circulation Bus (Yellow) : This bus will circle downtown Seoul and stop at stations for blue buses and major railway stations, as well as business, tourist and shopping areas. Yellow was selected for its dynamic and friendly image.
Route numbers specify area divisions. For Trunk and Branch Bus, the first digit indicates the area where the route begins, and the second digit indicates where the route ends. For Rapid Bus, the first digit is always 9, and the second indicates the area in which the route begins. The first digit of Circulation Bus indicates the area in which the bus circles. Route number which start with 8 indicates holiday/rush-hour only branch buses. For all lines, any remaining numbers are individual routes.
Bus area
With the improvement of its public transportation system, Seoul introduced a new bus numbering system, including area numbers in order to facilitate recognition of route outlines.
- Area 0 : Jongno-gu, Jung-gu, Yongsan-gu
- Area 1 : Dobong-gu, Gangbuk-gu, Seongbuk-gu, Nowon-gu. (also Uijeongbu, Yangju)
- Area 2 : Dongdaemun-gu, Jungnang-gu, Seongdong-gu, Gwangjin-gu. (also Guri, Namyangju)
- Area 3 : Gangdong-gu, Songpa-gu. (also Hanam, Gwangju (Gyeonggi Province))
- Area 4 : Seocho-gu, Gangnam-gu. (also Seongnam, Yongin)
- Area 5 : Dongjak-gu, Gwanak-gu, Geumcheon-gu. (also Anyang, Gwacheon, Uiwang, Ansan, Gunpo, Suwon)
- Area 6 : Gangseo-gu, Yangcheon-gu, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Guro-gu. (also Incheon, Bucheon, Gwangmyeong, Gimpo, Siheung)
- Area 7 : Eunpyeong-gu, Mapo-gu, Seodaemun-gu. (also Goyang, Paju)
Fares
The system uses cash or Transportation Cards. Rates vary depending on which route is taken. The tables below show basic fare for each type of bus.| Age | Type | Card | Cash |
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| Rapid | 1700 | 1800 | |
| Trunk and Branch | 900 | 1000 | |
| Village | 600 | 700 | |
| Branch(lower fee) and circulation | 700 | 800 | |
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| Rapid | 1360 | 1800 | |
| Trunk and Branch | 720 | 1000 | |
| Village | 480 | 550 | |
| Branch(lower fee) and circulation | 560 | 800 | |
| Children (age 6~12) | |||
| Rapid | 1200 | ||
| Trunk and Branch | 450 | ||
| Village | 300 | ||
| Branch(lower fee) and circulation | 350 | ||
There is a basic fare for the first 10 km. 100 won is added for each additional 5 km. Bus-Bus and Bus-Metro transfer are free of charge except added distance fare. Only transportation card holders get free transferring.
Vehicles
South Korea
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are domestic models and made by two manufacturers. Buses use either diesel or compressed natural gas
Compressed natural gas
Compressed natural gas is a fossil fuel substitute for gasoline , diesel, or propane/LPG. Although its combustion does produce greenhouse gases, it is a more environmentally clean alternative to those fuels, and it is much safer than other fuels in the event of a spill...
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A list of buses used in Seoul
Seoul
Seoul , officially the Seoul Special City, is the capital and largest metropolis of South Korea. A megacity with a population of over 10 million, it is the largest city proper in the OECD developed world...
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- Daewoo BusDaewoo BusDaewoo Bus Corporation is a manufacturer of buses. headquartered in Busan, South Korea, established in 2002. These buses are primarily used for public transportation. Daewoo Bus is South Korea's second-largest bus manufacturer, and has been in parnership with GM Daewoo since 2006...
BH115E, BH116 and 120H (Diesel/CNG) - For Rapid, Trunk buses. - Daewoo BusDaewoo BusDaewoo Bus Corporation is a manufacturer of buses. headquartered in Busan, South Korea, established in 2002. These buses are primarily used for public transportation. Daewoo Bus is South Korea's second-largest bus manufacturer, and has been in parnership with GM Daewoo since 2006...
BS090 (Diesel/CNG) - For Branch, Circulation buses. - Daewoo BusDaewoo BusDaewoo Bus Corporation is a manufacturer of buses. headquartered in Busan, South Korea, established in 2002. These buses are primarily used for public transportation. Daewoo Bus is South Korea's second-largest bus manufacturer, and has been in parnership with GM Daewoo since 2006...
BS106 (Diesel/CNG) - For Trunk, Branch buses. - Daewoo BusDaewoo BusDaewoo Bus Corporation is a manufacturer of buses. headquartered in Busan, South Korea, established in 2002. These buses are primarily used for public transportation. Daewoo Bus is South Korea's second-largest bus manufacturer, and has been in parnership with GM Daewoo since 2006...
BS106L (Diesel) - For Trunk, Branch buses. - Daewoo BusDaewoo BusDaewoo Bus Corporation is a manufacturer of buses. headquartered in Busan, South Korea, established in 2002. These buses are primarily used for public transportation. Daewoo Bus is South Korea's second-largest bus manufacturer, and has been in parnership with GM Daewoo since 2006...
BS110CN/120CN Non-step low rider (CNG) - For Trunk, Branch buses. - HyundaiHyundai Motor CompanyHyundai Motor Company is a Korean multinational automaker based in Seoul, South Korea which, along with Kia, comprises the Hyundai Kia Automotive Group, the world's fourth largest automaker as of 2009. As of 2011, it is the world's fastest growing automaker for two years running...
Aero City 540L/SLHyundai Aero CityThe Hyundai Aero City is a heavy-duty bus built by Hyundai Motor Company and primarily used as a city and intercity bus. It is distinguishable by a front 'Aero City' badge, but the common Hyundai badge is usually on the rear....
(Diesel) - For Trunk, Branch buses. - HyundaiHyundai Motor CompanyHyundai Motor Company is a Korean multinational automaker based in Seoul, South Korea which, along with Kia, comprises the Hyundai Kia Automotive Group, the world's fourth largest automaker as of 2009. As of 2011, it is the world's fastest growing automaker for two years running...
Super Aero CityHyundai Aero CityThe Hyundai Aero City is a heavy-duty bus built by Hyundai Motor Company and primarily used as a city and intercity bus. It is distinguishable by a front 'Aero City' badge, but the common Hyundai badge is usually on the rear....
(Diesel) - with 21, 38 or 45 seats. For Rapid, Trunk, Branch buses. - HyundaiHyundai Motor CompanyHyundai Motor Company is a Korean multinational automaker based in Seoul, South Korea which, along with Kia, comprises the Hyundai Kia Automotive Group, the world's fourth largest automaker as of 2009. As of 2011, it is the world's fastest growing automaker for two years running...
New Super Aero CityHyundai Aero CityThe Hyundai Aero City is a heavy-duty bus built by Hyundai Motor Company and primarily used as a city and intercity bus. It is distinguishable by a front 'Aero City' badge, but the common Hyundai badge is usually on the rear....
(Diesel/CNG) - For Trunk, Branch buses. - HyundaiHyundai Motor CompanyHyundai Motor Company is a Korean multinational automaker based in Seoul, South Korea which, along with Kia, comprises the Hyundai Kia Automotive Group, the world's fourth largest automaker as of 2009. As of 2011, it is the world's fastest growing automaker for two years running...
New Super Aero City Non-step Low RiderHyundai Aero CityThe Hyundai Aero City is a heavy-duty bus built by Hyundai Motor Company and primarily used as a city and intercity bus. It is distinguishable by a front 'Aero City' badge, but the common Hyundai badge is usually on the rear....
(CNG) - For Trunk, Branch buses. - HyundaiHyundai Motor CompanyHyundai Motor Company is a Korean multinational automaker based in Seoul, South Korea which, along with Kia, comprises the Hyundai Kia Automotive Group, the world's fourth largest automaker as of 2009. As of 2011, it is the world's fastest growing automaker for two years running...
ChorusHyundai ChorusThe Hyundai Chorus is a minibus built by Hyundai Motor Company. The range was primarily available as tourist buses.Most models of the bus are distinguishable by a front 'Chorus' badge, but the common Hyundai badge is usually used on the rear....
, e-AerotownHyundai Aero TownThe Hyundai Aero Town is a medium-duty bus built by Hyundai Motor Company. It is primarily available as tourist buses.Externally it is distinguishable by a front 'Aero Town' badge, but the common Hyundai badge is usually used on the rear....
, Global 900Hyundai Global 900The Hyundai Global 900 is a heavy-duty bus built by Hyundai Motor Company. It was primarily available as short-body city and tourist buses....
(Diesel) - For Branch buses. - Kia MotorsKia MotorsKia Motors , headquartered in Seoul, is South Korea's second-largest automobile manufacturer, following the Hyundai Motor Company, with sales of over 1.4 million vehicles in 2010...
/Asia MotorsAsia Motors, LtdAsia Motors Co. Ltd., founded in 1965, was a South Korean motor vehicle manufacturer of large and medium duty trucks, special military vehicles, lightweight cars, civilian jeeps , motor vehicle components, to include engines, and buses and mini-buses. Kia owned 28.28% of issued stock...
Cosmos, New Cosmos (Diesel) - For Branch buses. - IvecoIvecoIveco, an acronym for Industrial Vehicle Corporation, originally an alliance of European commercial vehicle manufacturers such as Fiat , Unic and Magirus. Iveco is now an Italian truck, bus, and diesel engine manufacturer, based in Turin...
CityClass (18m) - For Trunk buses.
See also
- SeoulSeoulSeoul , officially the Seoul Special City, is the capital and largest metropolis of South Korea. A megacity with a population of over 10 million, it is the largest city proper in the OECD developed world...
- Seoul Subway
- T-moneyT-MoneyT-money is a rechargeable series of cards and other "smart" devices used for paying transportation fares in and around Seoul and other areas of South Korea. T-money can also be used in lieu of cash or credit cards in some convenience stores and other businesses...
: Transportation Card System - Upass (South Korea) : Transportation Card System
- Transportation in Bundang