2025-09-15
Free Transfers Between Public Transit Systems in Busan, Gimhae, and Yangsan Commence on September 19
Free Transfers Between Public Transit Systems in Busan, Gimhae, and Yangsan Commence on September 19□ Starting September 19, 2025, Busan Metropolitan City and Gyeongsangnam-do (Gimhae, Yangsan) will waive intercity public transit transfer fees (500 won for adults).○ As part of the Busan-Ulsan-Gyeongnam Special Association’s citizen-focused policies, Busan and Gyeongsangnam-do (Gimhae, Yangsan) agreed to abolish the surcharge, in place since 2011, in order to ease transportation costs, encourage public transit ridership, and strengthen cohesion across the metropolitan sphere.○ Previously, passengers transferring between buses or subways in Busan, Gimhae, and Yangsan faced extra charges, which were often criticized for imposing financial burdens and hindering regional connectivity.□ Under this new initiative, travelers using Busan’s buses and subways, Gimhae’s buses, Yangsan’s buses, and the light rail will no longer incur transfer fees.□ It is expected to generate annual savings of 5.5 billion won*, with regular riders—such as commuters and students—saving over 10,000 won per month on average.*Based on Busan’s public transit data□ The benefit will be automatically applied to all transit card holders, without separate registration.□ Mayor Park Heong-joon stated, “Busan and Gyeongsangnam-do (Gimhae, Yangsan) are joining forces to realize transport welfare and eco-friendly mobility. Moving forward, we will continue improving intercity transportation so that Busan and Gyeongsangnam-do (Gimhae, Yangsan) can function as one integrated living circle.”
