South Korea taxi prices
In South Korea, taxi fares are influenced by several factors.
Taxi price (2026)
Base fee (day)
3KRW
Price per KM
1 KRW
Waiting time per hour
12KRW
Calculation Example
Consider a trip from your hotel to the South Korea city centre, covering a distance of 5 km. If you travel during the day and have one piece of luggage, your total fare will be 8 KRW.
Popular taxi routes in South Korea
| Incheon International Airport ⟶ Myeongdong | 65000 KRW |
| Incheon ⟶ Seoul | 65000 KRW |
| Seoul ⟶ Incheon | 60000 KRW |
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South Korea: Taxi travel guides
South Korea taxi price - FAQ
How much is a taxi in South Korea?
A 5km ride in South Korea costs about 8 KRW. Enter your route to get a more accurate price. In general the price is affected by several factors including the route length and the driver’s waiting time.
How do I order a taxi in South Korea?
You can stop a taxi on the street in South Korea or use a ride hailing app. We recommend using an app in South Korea as these services monitor the quality of the drivers and taxis on an ongoing basis.
What other ways are there to get around in South Korea?
If you can’t find a taxi South Korea or the price is too high you can always take a bus, rent a scooter, a bicycle or a car. Walking is also a great option if it’s a short distance and the weather suits.
How do I calculate the taxi price in South Korea?
Simply enter your starting point and destination at gobytaxi.co.uk. We’ll calculate the estimated price based on South Korea taxi prices and your specific route. This will also work for destinations outside South Korea.
What’s the price of Taxi in South Korea per KM?
The starting price of a taxi in South Korea is 3,800.0 KRW. Each KM is then priced at 1,000.0 KRW. If you need the driver to wait for you this will cost 12,000.0 KRW per hour.
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