Climate Card vs T Money: WHICH ONE for South Korea 2025 ?

[@PhatLifeProject]

I notice a whopping 95% of you who are watching aren’t subscribed ☹ Consider subscribing as it really does help supporting me to bring you more content x IMPORTANT UPDATE Sept 2024 - Climate Card Tourist Pass can now be used to take the train from Seoul TO the Incheon and Gimpo Airport NOTE - Getting OFF at Incheon Airport Station (T1 and T2) is allowed with the Climate Card however, boarding at Incheon Airport Station (T1 and T2) with the Climate Card is not permitted. In this video I am going to be outlining all the similarities and differences between the T Money and Climate Card to help you decide! 00:00 Introduction (Why Watch This Video?) 00:39 What is a T Money and Climate Card? 01:53 Where can I get a T Money or Climate Card and How Much Is it? 02:39 How to Top Up T Money or Climate Card? 03:15 Are T Money or Climate Card Balance Refundable? 05:11 Are the T Money or Climate Card Reusable? 06:27 Where Can I use the T Money and Climate Card (Card Coverage) 07:29 T Money or Climate Card Benefits 08:26 Conclusion + Other South Korea Tips

[@JumboyEnt]

So is there going to be a kiosk to return Climate Card in Incheon Airport Station?

[@zoltanhajduk4528]

@@JumboyEnt Good question. I would also be interested to know how to use the Climate Card from e.g. Seoul Station to Incheon Airport Station back? Can you just get on the train with the card or do you have to talk to the train staff?

[@JHUGOGARCIA]

Hello and I want to say thank you for these info. You already made me happy. I am planning a visit to Korea next January 24Th, and now I know what to do. Thank`s again and Cheers from México.

[@PhatLifeProject]

You are very welcome. I’m so glad the video was helpful.

[@beerusr6674]

Cool video, I plan on visit S. Korea soon, Having the climate card for one day seems to be a smart choice since it covers some popular attractions

[@PhatLifeProject]

exactly =)

[@rs120]

Great video... I'd be getting tge Tmoney as planning on traveling all of South Korea...

[@PhatLifeProject]

Good choice =) and I'm glad this video helps 😊

[@almalopez8630]

I came back from Korea a couple weeks ago. I charged my Tmoney (I used the Discover Seoul Pass) with ₩20,000. Then added ₩10,000, then ₩10,000, then ₩5,000. I stayed in Seoul for 10 days. I was going everywhere I could, but obviously, I could not see everything. I stayed in Myeongdong and used both metro and buses. But I did go outside Seoul, like to Nami Island and the Everland park.

[@PhatLifeProject]

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[@BalzhanTolebek]

Hi there! Heard that some of the lines of subway does not include Climate Card pass. Such as red line. Is that true?

[@PhatLifeProject]

It basically covers every thing in Seoul. Includes: Seoul-based subway lines + Gimpo Goldline, Seoul-licensed transit/town buses, Ttareungi Excludes: Sinbundang Line, subway lines outside Seoul, intercity/airport buses, non-Seoul-licensed buses

[@garethwilliams6860]

I am thinking of going with the wowpass (so shopping can be done) and discover seoul card (transportation and attractions)

[@PhatLifeProject]

Fantastic choice, either has tmoney built in =)

[@MeiLi-n7k]

Managed to get the Climate card at the Gyeongbokgung station Information Center. Initially tried scanning the QR code on the packaging regarding registration etc. but failed. Turns out all you have to do is reload at the ticket machines. Simple!!

[@PhatLifeProject]

Yup! No need to register anything, we can’t anyway as you need a local number to register

[@leon_games5332]

What about the Korean tour card does that still exist or no and can both card(T-money and Korean tour card) at gimpo airport??

[@PhatLifeProject]

Yup it sure does - I’ve done a video on that before you’ll find it by searching Korea tour card on KZbin :)

[@leon_games5332]

Thank you and is there a card that last up to like 10 years because when I went to Japan there a suica card I got for 10 years

[@PingChew-w4g]

From Fri, Sep. 13, 2024, you can get off at Incheon International Airport Terminal 1 and Incheon International Airport Terminal 2 using climate tourist pass. Can I check if this is free or one have to top up additional cash since it is outside Seoul? Which line to take to get to Incheon airport for free if inclusive in the climate tourist pass? Is it under the airport railroad all stop train? AREX (express) is not applicable for this pass from Seoul to airport? Please help.

[@jasonscarrotts577]

Thanks! Another informative video...Sounds like I should buy separate tickets for my train ride to/from Incheon/Seoul Station and then get a climate card for intercity Seoul transportation

[@PhatLifeProject]

you got it!

[@yusiS387]

Love your videos anyway to know what is the best way to go to Everland Park? From Myeongdong Thank you

[@balzhantolebekk]

Hi) Quick question: heard that, there is climate card for tourists (for using 1,3,5 days). Are they available now? Planing to visit in April

[@PhatLifeProject]

Yep, I believe I mentioned that in the video as well- they are however in high demand and I think April is around the peak season so it might be hard to find one

[@balzhantolebekk]

@ thank you for your answer) However tourists also can buy basic climate card? Not the for the tourist? Right?

[@PhatLifeProject]

@@balzhantolebekk yup

[@Travelallyouwant]

Can I buy Climate card in advance from my home county? Or can I buy it at the Incheon airport?

[@MeiLi-n7k]

The Tmoney card at Incheon airport cost 4000krw to buy. There was a sign saying no Climate Card for sale ☹️

[@PhatLifeProject]

There a full list of locations where the Climate CArd can be bought, best also check those out if you are staying in Seoul for a longer period of time

[@Rick10011]

I was in Seoul in June 2024 and a bus ride was 1500 won and subway was 1400 won. The prices have gone up.

[@PhatLifeProject]

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[@cdaswift9947]

Hope you can explain the Namane card as well 😊

[@PhatLifeProject]

I have already done that before here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/sHK5k2aXZ5d_ecUsi=PbRqoy96ZnzRduRP

[@enjoyvacation5621]

Hi Steve,where did u get Kuromi keyChain and on what cost?and also does Tmoney can be used for KTX to busan ?thanks

[@PhatLifeProject]

Hi, i got my keychain from a CU in Seongsu, it cost the same as a tmoney pass but its just harder to find these days due to high demand Unfortunately the tmoney pass also cannot be used for the KTX specifically BUT you can use it to purchase the KTX ticket

[@mr.t2895]

Thanks for the information. We have decided to actually use the Nomane Card for convenience since it handles transit rides and has a feature to switch funds between the transit card and purchase card all in the add plus we can add funds with our credit card on the fly for just a 3% transaction fee. We don't know how much transit we will use because we'll probably use more Kakao Taxi or Uber.

[@PhatLifeProject]

WOWPass for me is a better option than Namane but yes if youre after money exchage capability definitely made ta good choice

[@TheSecretjess]

Hi I would like to get your recommendation as I will be in Seoul for 8 days (3 days Seoul, 1 day trip to Busan, 1 day trip to Nami Island , 1 day trip to Everland , 2 days Seoul ) Should I get 3 days climate card then use T money card then top up the 2 days climate card

[@PhatLifeProject]

Yup, you can also top up the climate card after the 3 days climate card package has expired as a TMoney card

[@caratbella7150]

Thank you for the new video guide! 2 questions if you don't mind. 1. How does the counting of days work for the Climate Card? Does the validity start at the time you first use it (like Discover Seoul) or does it count as day 1 when you load it? 2. Can you top up the Climate Card in convenience stores like T-Money? Since I plan to top up again a day after it expires, would come in handy to know this. After watching your other guide on all the transportation card options, I am planning to use both climate card and t-money. Will be staying in Seoul for my whole trip (8 days) but I plan to do a day trip to Suwon in the middle and then go back to Seoul for more sightseeing. Just trying to see how that would work for me. Thanks in advance :)

[@PhatLifeProject]

1 Correct 2 yes you can use the Climate card like a Tmoney card once the package expires, just top it up

[@bluhavoc85]

Where can we find this climate card? Sold out almost everywhere😅

[@PhatLifeProject]

news.seoul.go.kr/traffic/climatecard-shop - full list of locations where you can find it =)

[@nicknellas1287]

I will be travelling in November 24, I'm thinking getting the discover seoul pass, however I haven't understood if it includes the transportation or not, should I also get the climate card?

[@PhatLifeProject]

fantastic question! From what I understand it doesnt but the physical Discover Seoul Card has in built T Money capabilities so you can top up and use

[@nicknellas1287]

That's good to know, thanks for the tips and your most helpful videos

[@pushpindersharma3538]

Hey @PhatlifeProject To follow up this question - if I stay in seoul for 3 days and climate card costs 10000 won, so my question is- would it be enough for transportation if I top up my discover Seoul pass for 10000 won instead?

[@christelb.7331]

Great video. Thanks. One question: do tourists age 68 also need a travel card? I read, that age over 65 travel is free?

[@jjcoriana]

I read thru some comments, and I asked google if the Climate Card still works in Suwon and it said it is still working there. Can you confirm that?

[@niksalima]

Hi! It's a very informative video, thank you so much! I have few things to ask for confirmation, if you can clarify it: 1. I wonder if I'm going to explore Seoul for 10 days, can I take the Climate Card package 7 days first, then activate again for 3 days? 2. The Climate Card has Tmoney capabilities too right? Meaning, if I plan to go to Suwon (outside Seoul), I can just top up the fare amount to and from Suwom on the Climate Card, and tap the Climate Card as usual Tmoney card? Is my understanding is correct? 3. I heard recently the card's usage has been extended for transporation from Seoul to Incheon Airport. Can it be used for both Express and All Stops Train, or only All Stop Train? Thank you 😊

[@PhatLifeProject]

1 - yes that correct 2 - yes you can 3. yes, though this is newly announced so I havent tried it personally yet

[@niksalima]

@@PhatLifeProject Thanks for the reply!

[@anthonymorgan2001]

I was there last week, I didn't see anywhere that had the climate card in stock

[@PhatLifeProject]

You will see some of the people in the comment section did manage to locate one - As I mentioned in the video, there’s a full list of places where you can get the card - as they are in high demand you’ll just have to look harder is all

[@82nutcracker]

Thanks for sharing! My wife and I are going to Seoul this November. We are thinking of getting one Wowpass for our shopping and money exchange. Before watching your video, we thought we would use the T-Money card that come with the Wowpass as well for local transportation. However, after watching your youtube, we may change our mind of getting a Climate Card instead for unlimited transportation and do not have to worry about loading money into T-Money wallet in the Wowpass. What do you think? So should I use the T-Money in the Wowpass instead?

[@PhatLifeProject]

If you're mainly in Seoul then the Climate card is definitely worth it but its just harder to find these days I would get a climate card and wowpass only if you have the need to exchange money while in Korea Enjoy your trip!

[@82nutcracker]

@@PhatLifeProject Thanks!

[@trishjacinto2342]

hi can I still use my climate card if I return to korea after 2years then just top it up again?

[@misuden1]

yes, you can use your Climate card as T money card

[@trishjacinto2342]

@@misuden1 hi! It does not expires? I only need to top up again? Thanks

[@theea1985]

I have T-money that I used last time in 2019 before Corona. I'm going to visit again in April 2025, will my T-money still be able to use?

[@PhatLifeProject]

Only five years validity on the balance so you will lose all your balance, but you can reuse the Timoney card, simply top it up and you’re good to go!

[@edwardmok7503]

Hi Steve, I knows it's kind weird but would like to ask you, (fyi - i have watch ur video ) able to guide easy way frm Incheon Airport to Busan? It's my 1st time travelling to Korea so not sure how to get around. Thanks

[@PhatLifeProject]

Hey Edward No issues, to be fair I havent yet covered it 😅 You will need to catch the KTX from Seoul station to Busan and can book your ticket for that here - bit.ly/seoultobusanphat Note that there is no direct train from Incheon Airport to Busan so another ticket for Incheon to Seoul station, you can get an AREX ticket for this - bit.ly/arexseoul You can choose to use my code PHATLIFEPROJECTKLOOK for 10% OFF if you're booking via these links Hope this helps!

[@misuden1]

i saw they were selling bustickets to travel from Incheon to Busan. I was recently in South Korea (4 Sept)

[@edwardmok7503]

​@@PhatLifeProject Good Day Steve, thanks for the helpful info - yet, i was still expecting that i can pick up a train frm airport to Busan. Ur piece of info is of great helps.

[@John-gi8jg]

Going to South Korea next year in April! I am looking for a card which is similar to the one in Japan, where I can use it to pay for any public transportation, or even at convenience stores, where I simply need to charge it. I am planning to also visit other cities in Korea besides Seoul, which one would you recommand? As there is the T Money Card, the Climate Card, the Wow Card, and the Korea Tour Card, so many! haha

[@PhatLifeProject]

TMoney or WOWPass - link to more WOWPASS info here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3uTc4OvdqyNhbs

[@cLU_007]

Possible to use back my Climate card again if i go back to Seoul in another time? Thanks

[@PhatLifeProject]

Yep, you just need to re-purchase a climate card plan :))

[@cLU_007]

@@PhatLifeProject .. Thanks!

[@sherwinclarencego1933]

In the end most tourists might still need both unless you plan to stay only within Seoul. If you plan to go to say Suwon and use the busses there and the train back to Seoul then the Climate Card will not work.

[@PhatLifeProject]

i agree - most probably will depending on their trip itinerary, thankfully the climate card can just be reused as a TMoney card once the Climate card package has expired

[@yanceylee1671]

Hi, i am going to Korea in a week. What would be your preference? Wowpass or climate Card?

[@PhatLifeProject]

It depends on what you're doing this trip, I outline the differences between a wowpass and the climate card in this video - kzbin.info/www/bejne/lXO1ZqmKfp6Lp5osi=eqtOmUqoCaiXY1V8 Note - wowpass is basically tmoney with money exchange function You can get your wowpass here - bit.ly/wowpassSteve and also choose to use code PHATLIFEPROJECTKLOOK to get a further 10% OFF your purchase Have fun!

[@Backseatobserver0075]

This is not true, we just came back from South Korea yesterday, they do not sell the climate card and have signs every where stating we do not sell climate card, so please don’t ask, although we showed them the web site that states they sell them.

[@PhatLifeProject]

as they are in high demand you will need to go through every location listed on their website to locate one Theyre not impossible to find just harder at the moment as its only just rolled out

[@Backseatobserver0075]

@@PhatLifeProject They have not herd of this card let alone sell it. We asked every retailer /convenience store and travel information Zero Zero Zero

[@CKL0613]

⁠@@Backseatobserver0075i just came back from seoul. it was really easy to find. we got it at a convenience store IN the subway station. ive also seen vending machines with them