Getting around Jeju Island with Public Transportation Guide

Jeju Island is a beautiful island, but it’s not easy to get around because there is no subway or train. If this is your first-time travel to Jeju Island in Korea, you will feel even more lost and struggle for sure.

For first-time visitors to Jeju Island, keep reading this transportation guide for your trip!

How to get around Jeju island?

In Jeju Island, there are various types of transportation options- bus, taxi, car, motorcycle/scooters, and bikes– and each type offers its own unique travel experiences.

Since there are no trains or subway in Jeju Island, buses and taxis are the two main public transportation on the island.

Public Bus

In Jeju Island, there is the City Bus, Tourist Shuttle Bus, and Airport Limousine Bus and these buses cover almost all of Jeju Island.

Taking one of these is the cheapest way to get around the island. However, there is the occasional inconvenience of having to wait long intervals for the next bus or so that can be time-consuming.

* All buses accept cash or the country-wide T-money transit card, but we recommend using the T-money card for the fare because you can transfer twice, each within 40 mins, for free.

1. City Bus

Intercity buses run between the intercity bus terminals of Jeju City and Seogwipo via several different routes. These buses make several stops at major tourist attractions, but not at every stop like the intra-city bus does.

The base fare is 1,200 KRW and is surcharged by distance. The interval is around 15~30 mins. For travelers and tourists, taking the intercity bus is a better option.

Bus No. 201 runs every 15~30 mins (Jeju Bus Terminal – Seongsan Ilchulbong – Seogwipo Bus Terminal) – for looking around the east coast of Jeju Island.

Bus No. 202 runs every 15~25 mins (Jeju Bus Terminal – Gosan – Seogwipo Bus Terminal) – for looking around the west coast of Jeju Island.

Check out these facts about buses in Jeju.

1) Cheaper bus fare than Seoul

• The basic fare will be set at 1,200 KRW (1,150 KRW for rechargeable bus card or T-money cardholders)
• Express bus fares: 2,000 to 3,000 KRW per person, per trip
• The time for transferring buses without an extra charge is 40 mins, a maximum of 2 times per fare.

2) 876 buses in services

3) Free Wi-Fi available onboard

4) Number system to identify type of bus, the departing stop, the final stop, and the bus route 

• Types of the bus are numbered as follows: Express bus (100), Mainline bus (200), Jeju City mainline bus (300), Jeju City feeder line bus (400), Seogwipo mainline bus (500), Seogwipo feeder line bus (600), Rural routes (700).
• Each bus has a certain color depending on the type of bus.

2. Express Bus

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There are 8 express bus routes that link new stops with Jeju International Airport and the trunk routes connect major sightseeing spots.

• Bus No. 101: Jeju Airport – Seogwipo Bus Terminal (East Ilju-ro)
• Bus No. 102: Jeju Bus Terminal – Seogwipo Bus Terminal (West Ilju-ro)
• Bus No. 111 & 112: Jeju Airport – Daecheondong – Seongsan Pohang (Beonyoung-ro)
• Bus No. 121 & 122: Jeju Airport – Daecheondong – Pyoseon (Jeju Folk Village) (Beonyoung-ro)
• Bus No. 131 & 132: Jeju Airport – Kyorae Intersection – Namwon Gym (Namjo-ro)
• Bus No. 151 & 152: Jeju Bus Terminal – Unjin Port (Daejeong) (Pyeonghwa-ro)
• Bus No. 181: Jeju Airport – Jeju Bus Terminal – Seogwipo Bus Terminal – Jeju Airport – Jeju Bus Terminal (5.16 Road)
• Bus No. 182: Jeju Bus Terminal – Jeju Airport – Seogwipo Bus Terminal – Jeju Bus Terminal – Jeju Airport (Pyeonghwa-ro)

2. Tourist Shuttle Bus

The Tourist Shuttle Bus is an easy, quick, and affordable way to visit major tourist destinations in Jeju Island. Two circulation lines enable you to travel around both the eastern and western districts of Jeju Island. Moreover, the Tourist Shuttle Bus offers information on each tourist destination, such as its local culture and famous restaurants.

1) Eastern District Tourist Circulation Bus Route (No. 810)

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• • Bus No. 810-1: Daecheon Transit Center – Geoseunsemi, Andol, Batdol, and Min Oreum – Abu Oreum – Songdangri Village – Darangshi Oreum Entrance (South), Sonji Oreum – Yongnuni Oreum – Jeju Rail Bike – Darangshi Oreum Entrance (North) – Bijarim – Maze Land – Dunji Oreum – Deokcheonri Village – Eodae Oreum – Hanul Land – Camellia Hill Wetlands Center – Albam Oreum – Daheeyeon – Seonindong Village – Fairy and the Woodcutter – Seonheul 2 ri Village – Jeju World Natural Heritage Center, Geomun Oreum – Daecheon Transit Center
  • Bus No. 810-2: The opposite direction of Bus No. 810-2.

• Bus fare – Adults: 1,150 KRW / Teenagers: 850 KRW / Children: 350 KRW
• Full-day ticket – Adults: 3,000 KRW / Teenagers: 2,000 KRW / Children: 1,000 KRW
• Interval: Every 30 minutes
• First bus: 08:30 / Last Bus: 17:30

2)Western District Tourist Circulation Bus Route (No. 820)

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• • Bus No. 820-1: Donggwang Transit Center – Hello Kitty Island – World Car Museum – Seogwangdongri Village – Soinkgook Theme Park – Seogwangseori Village – Norimae – Gueokri Village – Shinpyungri Village – Sanyang Gotjawal – Jeju Peace Museum – Cheongsu Village Community Center – Cheongsu Intersection – Jeoji Oreum – Jeju Museum of Contemporary Art, Kim Tschang-Yeul Museum, Jeoji Artists’ Village – Bangrimwon – Spirited Garden – Jeju Gotjawal Hwansang Forest – Jeju Glass Castle – Jeju O’sulloc Tea Museum – Jeju Aerospace Hotel – Jeju Aerospace Museum – Jeju Myths and History Park – Donggwang Transit Center
  • Bus No. 820-2: The opposite direction of Bus No. 820-1.

• Bus fare – Adults: 1,150 KRW / Teenagers: 850 KRW / Children: 350 KRW
• Full-day ticket – Adults: 3,000 KRW / Teenagers: 2,000 KRW / Children: 1,000 KRW
• Interval: Every 30 minutes
• First bus: 09:00 / Last Bus: 17:30

3. Airport Limousine Bus (No. 600)

The No. 600 Airport Limousine circulates between the Jeju International Airport, Jungmun Complex, and Seogwipo every 18~20 minutes. The final stop is Seogwipo KAL Hotel. The whole route takes about 80 mins.

1) Route

Jeju Intl. Airport → Jeju Sun Hotel → Sammu Park Intersection/Lotte City Hotel → Halla Hospital → Jeongjon Village → Donggwang Transfer Bus Stop 5 → Changcheon-ri → Woonam-dong → Yerae entrance → Jungmun Tourist Complex Entrance → Jungmun Tourist Complex Yeomiji Botanical Garden Entrance → Grand Chosun Jeju → Parnas Hotel → Shilla Hotel → The Suites Hotel → Bloom Hotel/Korea Tourism Organization → Lotte Hotel Entrance of Kensington Resort Jungmun Branch → Little Prince Museum → Sea S Hotel → Jeju International Convention Center Jungmun Daepo Coast Columnar Joint → Daepo Port → Baettengae Entrance → Yakcheonsa → Wolpyeong Village → Gangjeong Nonghyup → Wangdaewat → Kensington Resort Akgeuncheon → Seogeondo Island → Jeju World Cup Stadium → Saetgijeong Park → Seogwipo Port → Seobok Exhibition Hall → Paradise Hotel entrance → Seogwipo KAL Hotel

2) Turnaround Time

• Airport~Jungmun Tourism Complex: 50 mins
• Airport~Seogwipo KAL Hotel: 80 mins

3) Bus Fare and Timetable

• Jeju International Airport: First Bus 06:00, Last Bus 22:40 (15~40 min intervals)
• Late-night Limousine Bus departs from Jeju International Airport (in front of Gate 5) at 22:40
• Airport~Yeomiji Botanical Garden Entrance:  4,500 won
• Airport~Gangjeong, Punglim, Jeju World Cup Stadium: 5,000 won
• Airport~Seogwipo New Kyungnam Hotel, Seogwipo KAL Hotel: 5,500 won

For middle/high school students the bus fare costs 20% off the regular fare and 50% off the regular fare for elementary school students.

※You can purchases the ticket at the airport stands, Sinjeju ticket office, and the New Kyungnam Hotel ticket office.

Other Hassle-free Transporation Options in Jeju Island

1. Jeju City Tour Bus: Hop-On & Hop-Off 1 Day Pass

On Jeju Island, there is a hop-on and hop-off city tour bus called the Jeju City Tour Bus. Travelers can hop on and off at various stops, many of which are located near tourist attractions.

The best part is that there are two courses to suit everyone’s needs; the Downtown Course and the Coastal Course!

1) Downtown Course

• Route: Jeju Intl. Airport > Sarabong Peak(Sanjideungdae Lighthouse) > Gwandeokjeong Pavilion(JejuMokgwana – former Jeju Government Office) > Sammu Park (refer to above map for full route)
• Schedule: 09:30~17:52 (Last departure at 17:00)
• Duration: 1.5 hours

2) Coastal Course

• Route: Jeju Intl. Airport > Iho Horse Lighthouse > Yongdam Leports Park (refer to above map for full route)
• Schedule: 09:00~20:00 (Last departure at 19:00)
• Duration: 1 hour

*The Jeju City Tour Bus does not operate on every 1st and 3rd Monday of each month.

**Please refer to the official Jeju City Tour Bus site for more information.

Tour Highlights:

• Jeju Folklore and Natural History Museum
• Samseonghyeol Shrine
• Sanjideungdae Lighthouse
• Dongmun Traditional Market
• Gwadeokjeong Pavilion
• Yongyeon Suspension Bridge
• Yongduam (Dragon Head Rock)
• Iho Tewoo Beach
• Jeju Folk Five-Day Market
• Halla Arboretum
• Arboretum Theme Park
• Nexon Computer Museum

It’s a simple and yet convenient way to travel around the island at a reasonable price. The tour is KRW 10,000 (approx. USD 10) for adults and KRW 7,000 (approx. USD 7) for children (4~18 yrs old). To purchase Jeju City Tour Bus One-day Pass, click here.

2. Taxi Tour

If the bus system in Jeju is too complicated and you don’t have an international driver’s license, taking a taxi can be a great option. If you hire a taxi with a driver via Trazy, you can travel on a personalized itinerary at your own pace for 8 hours. You can choose up to 3~4 places to visit in 1 day within the same part of Jeju: the eastern part or the western part of Jeju.

• Book Jeju Taxi Tour
• Read More About Jeju Taxi Tour Guide

3. Car Rental

For those who do have an international driver’s license, renting a car is the best option to look around the island’s major attractions and natural landscape. It allows you to reach destinations in Jeju Island that are difficult to reach via public transportation.

• Book Jeju Car Rental
• Read More About Jeju Car Rental Guide

4. Electric Scooter

Electric scooters are an easy, efficient, and fun way to explore Jeju Island. If you rent an electric scooter via Trazy, a helmet, and protective gear will be included. Also, the scooter will conveniently be delivered to and picked up right from your accommodation!

• Book Electric Scooter in Jeju Island

5. Bike Rental

Cycling along the breathtaking coastal roads and forests sure is a great way to explore Jeju Island. If you don’t have an international driver’s license, renting a bike can be an alternative and it’s highly recommended for couples and solo travelers. You can choose among electric bikes, MTB, and road bikes!

• Book MTB/Road Bike/Electric Bike in Jeju Island

Are You Traveling with a Big Group of People?

Browse through the best transport deals for Jeju Island in Korea. Choose the right one according to your travel group!

Traveling with your family or your travel buddies? Consider these options!

1. Hire a Private Driver & Van

If you wish to travel Jeju Island in a small group (up to 8 people) and enjoy a private tour, booking a private van with a driver is highly recommended! You can freely write a list of destinations you want to visit and customize your itinerary by taking this tour.

• Book Jeju Private Tour with Private Van & Driver

2. Join a Small Group Van Tour

Similar to the private van tour, a small group van tour can be another great option for a group of travelers and tourists of up to 15 people. The small group van tour is more affordable and inexpensive than private tours.

• Book Jeju Island UNESCO 1 Day Small-Group Van Tour (+Lunch)

3. 1 Day Bus Tour for Solo Travelers

If you want to cover all major destinations in the East, West, and South parts of Jeju Island without any hassles, join this 1-day bus tour package! It’s an all-inclusive tour that covers entrance fees, lunch, an English-speaking tour guide, pick-up from Jeju Airport, and drop-off at Jeju Downtown. Solo travelers are also welcome to join the tour.

• Book Jeju 1 Day Tour Bus (East/West/South)

All-Inclusive Packages for Your Stress-Free Trip

1. Seoul to Jeju Flight & Hotel Package

This Jeju Island tour package is perfect for those who are having a tough time planning a trip to Jeju Island. This package includes a round-trip flight ticket from Seoul (Gimpo) to Jeju Island, and accommodation at Hotel Leo, an artistic gallery hotel. If you would like to go on a tour as well, simply choose the all-inclusive option!

• Seoul to Jeju Flight & Hotel (Airtel) (+Private Tour option) Package

2. Visit Jeju Island in 1 Day from Seoul

If you wish to visit Jeju Island but don’t have plenty of time, this package is the solution! You’ll take an early morning flight and a late-night flight from/to Seoul and enjoy Jeju Island during the day with the ultimate bus tour that visits the best destinations in Jeju. It also covers pick-up service at your accommodation in Seoul, an English/Chinese-speaking tour guide, entrance fees, and lunch!

• Visit Jeju Island in 1 Day from Seoul

3. Jeju 3D2N/4D3N Hotel & Taxi/Van Tour Package

This hassle-free tour is highly recommended for those who want to travel around Jeju Island conveniently, reducing precious time to search and plan. This package includes accommodation in Jeju and 1 or 2-day taxi/van tour so that you can enjoy Jeju Island to the fullest. All you have to do is to buy your flight ticket!

• Jeju 3D2N/4D3N Hotel & Taxi/Van Tour Package

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