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Korea transport cards for a concert trip: T-money, Mpass and Climate Card compared
Where to buy and top up a T-money card, what the foreigner-only Mpass and other cards cover, and the Climate Card change from 1 October 2026, from the official VISITKOREA page.
Direct answer
The official VISITKOREA page lists T-money (sold at convenience stores and Seoul subway information centers, KRW 3,000 to 5,000), the foreigner-only Mpass (Seoul subway, Seoul city buses and AREX but not Express trains, KRW 15,000 to 64,500), EZL, WOWPASS and the Seoul-only Climate Card. The page says the 30-day Climate Card is discontinued from 1 October 2026 and use is limited to Seoul. Check that your card covers your route, including your venue and any AREX Express trip, before you buy.
How to choose a transport card for your concert days
1. T-money: where to buy, top up and get a refund
The page says T-money cards are sold at convenience stores nationwide (such as GS25, CU and 7-ELEVEN) and at information centers in Seoul subway stations on Lines 1 to 8, for KRW 3,000 to 5,000. You top up at subway ticket vending machines, and the reload amount is limited to KRW 500,000 at most. Refunds over KRW 50,000 are only possible at Tmoney Town in Seoul Station, and the FAQ says smaller amounts can be refunded at convenience stores. The card covers public transportation and affiliated stores that show the Tmoney logo, expressway toll gates and public phones.
Official source: english.visitkorea.or.kr
2. Mpass and other cards for visitors
The page describes Mpass as a foreigner-exclusive Tmoney card covering the Seoul subway, Seoul city buses and AREX (not Express trains), with up to 20 rides a day. Passes cost KRW 15,000 (1 day) to KRW 64,500 (7 days), are bought with Korean won cash only, and are valid for 30 days from issue. It is issued and returned at Tmoney Town near Seoul Station Exit 10. The page also lists EZL (from KRW 4,000, refunds under KRW 20,000 at convenience stores) and WOWPASS (KRW 5,000, passport required, kiosks accept won or foreign currency and return the remaining balance as won cash).
Official source: english.visitkorea.or.kr
3. The Climate Card and the 1 October 2026 change
The page describes the Climate Card as a Seoul-only pass for unlimited buses and subways, excluding the Sinbundang Line and GTX. The card costs KRW 3,000 and 1- to 7-day passes cost KRW 5,000 to KRW 20,000. The page states that from 1 October 2026 the 30-day Climate Card is discontinued and use is limited to Seoul. Check whether your venue and your route from the airport are inside Seoul before you choose it.
Official source: english.visitkorea.or.kr
Editorial and verification standard
Only facts read on the official VISITKOREA transportation cards page (dated 2023-03-31, last updated August 2026) are stated, checked on 2026-10-28. Prices and conditions can change, so confirm at the point of sale. KPOP HERE does not sell cards or give financial advice.
No fixed journey time, fare, availability or last train is promised. Recheck official guidance on your travel date.