Transportation in Jeju

Complete guide to getting around Jeju Island - buses, taxis, car rentals, and more

Transportation Options

Choose the best way to explore Jeju based on your budget, schedule, and travel style

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Public Bus

시내버스

Extensive bus network covering the entire island

₩1,370-2,300 per ride

Best For:

  • Budget travelers
  • Local experience
  • City exploration
Pros:
  • Very affordable
  • Extensive coverage
Cons:
  • Limited English signage
  • Can be crowded
Pro Tips:
  • 💡Get a T-money card for easy payment
  • 💡Download Citymapper or KakaoMap for routes
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Taxi

택시

Convenient door-to-door transportation

₩3,800 base + ₩100/100m

Best For:

  • Airport transfers
  • Late night travel
  • Groups with luggage
Pros:
  • Door-to-door service
  • Available 24/7
Cons:
  • More expensive
  • Traffic during peak hours
Pro Tips:
  • 💡Use international taxis for English service
  • 💡Have destination address in Korean
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Car Rental

렌터카

Freedom to explore at your own pace

₩30,000-80,000 per day

Best For:

  • Families
  • Exploring remote areas
  • Flexible schedules
Pros:
  • Complete freedom
  • Access to remote areas
Cons:
  • International license required
  • Parking fees
Pro Tips:
  • 💡International driving permit required
  • 💡GPS navigation in English available
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Bicycle

자전거

Eco-friendly way to explore coastal areas

₩10,000-20,000 per day

Best For:

  • Coastal exploration
  • Short distances
  • Eco-conscious travelers
Pros:
  • Eco-friendly
  • Great exercise
Cons:
  • Weather dependent
  • Limited range
Pro Tips:
  • 💡Coastal bike paths are well-maintained
  • 💡Avoid cycling during typhoon season

🚌 Bus Routes & Schedules

Comprehensive bus network covering all major attractions and destinations

600Airport

Airport Limousine

공항리무진

₩4,500

per ride

Route:

Jeju Airport → Jungmun Tourist Complex → Seogwipo

Frequency:

Every 15-20 minutes

Operating Hours:

06:00 - 22:00

Key Stops:
Jeju AirportJeju City HallJungmun ResortSeogwipo Bus Terminal

Most convenient for tourists with luggage

100City

Jeju City Circular

제주시 순환

₩1,370

per ride

Route:

Jeju City circular route

Frequency:

Every 10-15 minutes

Operating Hours:

05:30 - 23:00

Key Stops:
Jeju AirportDongmun MarketJeju City HallJeju University

Great for exploring Jeju City

201Intercity

East Coast Express

동부 급행

₩2,300

per ride

Route:

Jeju City → Seongsan Ilchulbong → Seogwipo

Frequency:

Every 30 minutes

Operating Hours:

06:00 - 21:30

Key Stops:
Jeju CitySeongsang IlchulbongUdo Ferry TerminalSeogwipo

Perfect for visiting eastern attractions

202Intercity

West Coast Express

서부 급행

₩2,300

per ride

Route:

Jeju City → Hallim → Jungmun → Seogwipo

Frequency:

Every 30 minutes

Operating Hours:

06:00 - 21:30

Key Stops:
Jeju CityHallim ParkOsulloc Tea MuseumJungmun Resort

Ideal for western and southern attractions

810Tourist

Hallasan Shuttle

한라산 셔틀

₩1,370

per ride

Route:

Jeju City → Hallasan National Park

Frequency:

Every 40 minutes

Operating Hours:

07:00 - 17:00

Key Stops:
Jeju CityJeju UniversityHallasan Visitor CenterSeongpanak Trail

Essential for Hallasan hiking

820Tourist

Manjanggul Cave Shuttle

만장굴 셔틀

₩1,370

per ride

Route:

Jeju City → Manjanggul Cave

Frequency:

Every 60 minutes

Operating Hours:

08:00 - 18:00

Key Stops:
Jeju CityGimnyeong BeachManjanggul Cave

Direct access to UNESCO lava tube

Bus Payment & Tips

💳 Payment Methods

  • • T-money card (recommended)
  • • Cash (exact change preferred)
  • • Credit/debit cards
  • • Mobile payment apps

📱 Useful Apps

  • • Citymapper (English)
  • • KakaoMap (Korean)
  • • Google Maps
  • • Jeju Bus Info

💡 Pro Tips

  • • Have destination in Korean
  • • Board from front door
  • • Press stop button early
  • • Keep ticket until exit

🚕 Taxi Services

Various taxi options from budget-friendly to premium English-speaking services

International Taxi

International

국제택시

₩5,000 (higher than regular)

base fare

English-speaking drivers with tourist knowledge

Languages:

KoreanEnglishJapaneseChinese

📞 Phone:

+82-64-800-8000

Features:

  • English-speaking drivers
  • Tourist attraction knowledge
  • Fixed rates to major destinations
  • Credit card payment accepted
  • Tour packages available

Availability:

24/7

Best option for tourists, higher fare but better service

Regular Taxi

Regular

일반택시

₩3,800

base fare

Standard taxi service throughout Jeju

Languages:

KoreanLimited English

Features:

  • Meter-based pricing
  • Available throughout the island
  • Cash and card payment
  • Standard taxi service

Availability:

24/7

Most common taxi type, limited English

KakaoTaxi

App

카카오택시

₩3,800 + booking fee

base fare

App-based taxi booking service

Languages:

KoreanEnglish app available

📱 App:

KakaoTaxi (App Store/Google Play)

Features:

  • GPS-based pickup
  • Estimated fare calculation
  • Driver tracking
  • Multiple payment options
  • No phone call required

Availability:

24/7

Convenient app-based service, requires Korean phone number

Call Taxi

Call

콜택시

₩3,800 + call fee (₩1,000)

base fare

Phone-based taxi booking

Languages:

Korean

📞 Phone:

+82-64-755-8255

Features:

  • Phone booking service
  • Scheduled pickups available
  • Larger vehicles available
  • Airport transfers

Availability:

24/7

Requires Korean language skills or hotel assistance

Jumbo Taxi

Large

점보택시

₩6,500

base fare

Large taxi for groups and luggage

Languages:

KoreanLimited English

📞 Phone:

+82-64-742-8000

Features:

  • Up to 8 passengers
  • Large luggage capacity
  • Airport transfers
  • Group transportation

Availability:

24/7

Perfect for large groups or lots of luggage

Estimated Taxi Fares

Airport to Jeju City

₩6,000-8,000

15-20 minutes

Airport to Seogwipo

₩35,000-45,000

45-60 minutes

Jeju City to Seogwipo

₩30,000-40,000

40-50 minutes

City Center (short ride)

₩4,000-8,000

5-15 minutes

To Hallasan (Seongpanak)

₩15,000-20,000

25-35 minutes

To Seongsan Ilchulbong

₩25,000-35,000

35-45 minutes

* Fares are estimates and may vary based on traffic, time of day, and exact destination

Transportation Tips & Tricks

🗺️ Navigation

  • • Download offline maps before traveling
  • • Have destinations written in Korean
  • • Use GPS coordinates for remote locations
  • • Screenshot important addresses
  • • Learn basic Korean transportation phrases

💰 Money Saving

  • • Get T-money card for bus discounts
  • • Use buses for longer distances
  • • Share taxis with other travelers
  • • Book car rentals in advance
  • • Consider bicycle for coastal areas

⏰ Time Management

  • • Check last bus times (usually 10-11 PM)
  • • Allow extra time during peak hours
  • • Book airport transfers in advance
  • • Consider traffic during festivals
  • • Plan for weather delays

Ready to Explore Jeju?

Choose your transportation method and start discovering the beauty of Jeju Island