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| 1. Airport Limousine Bus to Downtown Seoul: US$ 10 One-Way |
| Between Incheon International Airport
and downtown Seoul, a distance of 52km, diverse-transportation
services are available. The Airport KAL Limousine Bus Line consists
of 20 routes, connecting directly to most of the major hotels
in Seoul as well as to key metro stations. It is popular for
its low cost, US$10, and quality service. The spacious 25-seat
luxury buses run every 10 to 30 minutes from 05:00 to 22:00.
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| 2. Extensive Subway System in Seoul: Less than US$1 One-Way |
The excellent subway systems
in Seoul connect to almost every area of Seoul. It is a very
convenient way to reach the hotels or filely anywhere in
the city.
The Incheon International Airport, Gimpo Airport and Seoul
Station will be connected with high-speed railroad by 2010.
Using the Seoul's eight metro subway lines, one can go anywhere
in the city within an hour.
The subway is efficient and convenient; an excellent way
for foreign travelers to get around Seoul because station
names, ticket counters, and transfer signs are all clearly
marked in English.
Station arrival and transfer announcements are also in English
and the lines are color-coded.
The trains are clean, safe, frequent and air-conditioned,
and fares are extremely inexpensive: a one way trip usually
cost about US$ 1.
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| 3. Taxis: Around US$40 from Airport to Downtown Seoul |
| Taxis are a popular form of public
transportation in Korea. There are basically two types: regular
taxis and deluxe. Fares are metered. Regular taxis are about
US$1.5 dollar for the first 2km and 10 cents for each additional
250-meters; depending on traffic, the fare from Incheon International
Airport and downtown Seoul is usually around US$40(except tollgate
fee). Deluxe taxis are about US$2.5 for the first 3km and 20
cents for each additional 250 meters. |
