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Hangang River Bus to resume service Nov. 1
haps Magazine Korea
October 28, 2025
Hangang River Bus (Photo courtesy of Seoul Metropolitan Government)
After several months of safety checks and system improvements, Seoul’s Hanganag River Bus is set to return to service on November 1, offering a smoother, safer ride along the city’s scenic river.
The city announced that the service, which links seven piers from Magok to Jamsil, has completed over 300 performance stabilization test runs to ensure safe operations. The river bus will officially resume operations at 9 a.m. on Saturday, November 1, running 16 times daily until 9:37 p.m.
To prevent cancellations that occurred during the initial launch phase, two boats will now operate per route, with one always on standby as a reserve vessel. This adjustment aims for “zero cancellations,” ensuring passengers aren’t left waiting on the docks.
For the winter season, the river bus will maintain its 16 daily round trips until March. Then, beginning in March 2026, service will expand to 32 daily trips, running from 7 a.m. to 10:30 p.m including new express commuter routes every 15 minutes to better serve morning and evening travelers.
Fares remain unchanged at 3,000 won for adults, 1,800 won for teenagers, and 1,100 won for children.
Passengers can also take advantage of the city’s transfer discount system or use the Climate Companion Card with the Hangang River Bus add-on (an additional 5,000 won) for unlimited rides.
Real-time departure schedules, seat availability, and weather-related updates will be available on major mobility apps like Naver Map and KakaoMap, helping passengers plan their trips more conveniently.
The river bus currently operates between Magok, Mangwon, Yeouido, Apgujeong, Oksu, Ttukseom, and Jamsil connecting key parts of the city by water while offering a scenic and sustainable alternative to road travel.