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Han River Bus 1st Anniversary: Service Update and Planned Fare Change

Seoul’s Han River Bus marks its first year with over 600,000 riders. Current fare is ₩3,000. The city plans to shorten intervals to 15–20 minutes and consider raising weekend/holiday fares to ₩5,000–₩10,000 around April 2027.

KTL Editorial · September 18, 2026

Han River Bus 1st Anniversary: Service Update and Planned Fare Change

Why it matters for travelers

The Han River Bus, usable as a practical transit option rather than only a sightseeing cruise, currently charges ₩3,000. Knowing current satisfaction levels and the timing of an upcoming fare change helps travelers plan routes and budgets before visiting Seoul.

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Current validity

On September 17–18, 2026 multiple outlets including NewsPim, Seoul Shinmun, and Money Today simultaneously reported on the service’s 1st-anniversary status and the planned fare increase, confirming the information’s timeliness.

KTL connection

Discover (Han River Bus operation information) → Save (store transport info) → Visit (actual use of Magok, Mangwon, Yeouido, Apgujeong, Oksu, Ttukseom, Jamsil piers) → Passport (boarding confirmation) connects within KTL.

Recommendation

Recommended as a practical travel INFO candidate because it clearly communicates the current fare and the planned timing of changes that affect trip planning.

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Verified evidence

  • Accumulated riders and satisfaction: 603,293 total boardings as of September 14; overall satisfaction 97.3%; July punctuality 99.3% (verified: 2026-09-18T00:10:50Z)
  • Current fare and route: current fare ₩3,000; operating seven piers: Magok, Mangwon, Yeouido, Apgujeong, Oksu, Ttukseom, Jamsil (verified: 2026-09-18T00:10:50Z)
  • Fare increase and dispatch plan: plan to shorten dispatch intervals from one hour to 15–20 minutes, and to raise weekend/holiday fares to ₩5,000–₩10,000 around April 2027 (verified: 2026-09-18T00:10:50Z)