Unlimited Transport Pass in Korea, New Release! (NAMANE PASS, K-Traveler Package)

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11 Jul 2024
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Korea's unlimited transportation pass, NAMANE PASS is now available! We will explain everything about NAMANE PASS. 


*Please note that this article was written in July 2024, and that services and policies may be subject to change due to updates.


  • What is NAMANE PASS?
  • ๐ŸงThree reasons why korea travelers should purchase the NAMANE PASS
  • How to purchase NAMANE PASS and K-Traveler Package
  • FAQ
  • NAMANE PASS vs NAMANE CARD


1. What is NAMANE PASS? 


Some of you may be familiar with the NAMANE CARD, a customizable prepaid card, and now NAMANE PASS, an unlimited transport pass, has been released.


[NAMANE PASS]

โœ… Prepaid card + ๐Ÿš Unlimited public transportation

โœ… Choose from 3-day or 5-day passes


If you're visiting South Korea on a 2-day, 3-night or 4-day, 5-night itinerary, this travel pass is a great option. 

Enjoy your trip with a pass that combines a prepaid card and unlimited transportation.


2. ๐ŸงThree reasons why korea travelers should purchase the NAMANE PASS

1) No additional fee to take AREX All stop train (1 round trip)

There is no additional charge for regular airport rail travel from Seoul to Incheon Airport. Get off at the turnstile without worrying about paying extra fees. 

*not including AREX Nonstop Train 


2) Unlimited transportation pass for nationwide

Only unlimited in Seoul? No!
You can use it to ride city buses and subways throughout South Korea. 


3) Reasonable Price

: available for $45.04 for 3 days and $35.66 for 5 days.
We're offering a launch 10% discount!


Get the essentials for your Korea trip at an affordable price now! >


3. How to purchase NAMANE PASS and K-Traveler Package

โ˜… Where to buy?

The K-Traveler Package is available on NAMANE's own mall and several OTA channels. 

Book your voucher in advance and pick it up at Incheon/Gimpo Airport!

When you make a reservation, you'll receive a voucher in the mail.
Please present this voucher at the designated pick up location.


โ˜… Where to pick up

๐Ÿ“ Incheon International Airport, Terminal 1, Level 1 Arrival Hall

๐Ÿ•ฅ Operating hours

Gate F : 24hours
Gate A : 6 AM ~ 10PM

* Highly recommended using Gate A for faster service provided.


๐Ÿ“ Incheon International Airport, Terminal 2, Level 1 Arrival Hall

๐Ÿ•ฅ Operating hours

Between Gate 3-4 : 6 AM ~ 10PM
Between Gate 4-5  : 24hours


๐Ÿ“ Gimpo International Airport,  Level 1 

๐Ÿ•ฅ Operating hours

Gate 1 : 6:30 AM ~ 11PM

* Flexible operation and variability depending on international flights.


4. NAMANE PASS FAQ 

1. Is there a difference between the NAMANE CARD and NAMANE PASS?
NAMANE CARD is a customizable reloadable prepaid card. It can be loaded with as much money as you need for your Pay Balance and Transportation Balance.
NAMANE PASS is a reloadable prepaid card with unlimited transportation card features. It is available in 3-Days and 5-Days passes, and can be topped up with as much money as needed to your Pay Balance and used for shopping functions. It has a single design.

At the bottom of this article, we’ve written NAMANE CARD VS NAMANE PASS, people who recommend it, so please keep reading this article!


2. Can I use it in Busan? Is this card only available in Seoul?
You can use NAMANE PASS anywhere in Korea. Both the Pay Balance and Transit Balance, can be used anywhere in Korea regardless of the location.


3. Can I recharge it when I run out and ride again? Does the NAMANE PASS require me to buy a card each time? Can't I reload it and reuse it again?
You cannot reload your transportation card again after pass has expired, but you can continue to use the Payment function(Pay Balance) for the duration of the card's validity*.
 

*The validity period varies by card. Most have a validity period of around 4.5 years.

 

4. How can I charge the NAMANE PASS? Does it work like T Money? Or do I not need to charge my unlimited transportation pass?The card's PASS validity starts as soon as the card is scanned at the transit, so you don't need to reload the card for a transit pass.


5. Can I send money with this card?
It is the same as the NAMANE CARD, except for the unlimited transportation card feature, so you can send money to a Korean bank account.

How to transfer money to a Korean bank account > 


6. Can I get a NAMANE PASS from NAMANE Kiosk? Or can I buy this card at a convenient store like the climate card?
Currently, NAMANE PASS can be purchased as a 'K-Traveler Package', which can be booked at the link and picked up at Incheon/Gimpo Airport. It cannot be purchased on-site, so be sure to make a reservation according to your arrival date!


Learn more about the K-Traveler Package > 


7. How many can I buy per purchase?
There is no limit on the number of NAMANE PASSes that can be purchased per person. However, currently, NAMANE PASS is only available as part of the K-Traveler Package, which has a restriction of a maximum of 3 SIMs per passport. Therefore, you can purchase up to 3 NAMANE PASSes per passport included in the K-Traveler Package.


8. Is the transportation pass truly unlimited? Where can it be used without restriction?
It can be used on all city buses and subways throughout Korea, and it includes one round trip on the AREX all-stop train.

9. Is there only one design available? Can I customize my own card?

There is a signature standard design for a NAMANE PASS. It is difficult to customize your card.


5. NAMANE PASS vs NAMANE CARD 


NAMANE PASS would be ideal for those who:

  • is planning 2-night/3-day, 4-night/5-day trip 

  • frequently uses city buses and subways when traveling in Korea 


NAMANE CARD would be ideal for those who:

  • wants to customize their own travel card design

  • likely takes more taxis than subways or city buses when traveling  in Korea.

  • is planning a 2-night/3-day or more 5 days trip