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Booking a Korean Express Bus in English

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The short answer

Any traveller who doesn't read Korean can still book a long-distance express bus directly: the integrated reservation site has a full English interface. After booking, you can collect a paper ticket at the departure terminal's ticket window, print a Home Ticket yourself, or use a Mobile Ticket that needs no separate issuance at all, checked against the current official site.

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Can I book a Korean express bus ticket in English?

Yes, the official reservation site itself is available in English, and once booked: A ticket bought online can be picked up at the departure terminal's ticket window before departure by bringing the credit card used to book, or issued as a Home Ticket (print at home) or Mobile Ticket (no separate issuance, ride via the app) instead

How far in advance can I book?

A same-day express bus ticket can be reserved online up to 1 hour before departure; the mobile app is recommended for a more imminent departure

Do I need to book at all, or can I just show up?

No advance booking is required to board if a seat is available: you can pay on board using a transportation card or a credit card, the same way as a city bus or subway

Can I pay with a foreign credit card?

A ticket can be booked by credit card; boarding without a reservation is possible by paying with a transportation card or credit card if a seat is free This page cannot confirm whether foreign-issued cards specifically are accepted, so it is worth having a backup payment method ready if your card is declined at checkout.

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What if I need to cancel my booking?

A cancellation fee applies depending on how close to departure you cancel, rising the closer you get to departure time; check the site’s current cancellation fee table before booking if your plans might change.

Sources

  1. https://www.kobus.co.kr/ugd/mrsgd/Mrsgd.do

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