K-Tour Pass Busan: 15,000 won for up to 40% off trains and a free attraction
Launched on 1 October 2026, the K-Tour Pass for international travellers costs 15,000 won: up to 40% off the trip to Busan, one free entry among 35 attractions and a transit card.
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Heading to Busan? Since 1 October 2026, a new pass for international travellers, the K-Tour Pass, costs 15,000 won and combines train discounts, a free attraction and a transit card. Here is what it includes, where to buy it and who it is worth it for.
What is the K-Tour Pass?
The K-Tour Pass is a pilot pass launched by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korea Tourism Organization (KTO). It targets independent travellers, outside organised tours, who want to go beyond Seoul. Busan is the first test city, according to The Korea Times, Korea JoongAng Daily and Wikitree, which all covered the launch on 1 October 2026.
Two versions, same price
Both versions cost 15,000 won (about 11 dollars, according to The Korea Times and Korea JoongAng Daily).
| Version | For whom | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| "Trip" pass (1 day) | You travel one way to Busan | Up to 40% off a train or bus trip to Busan, and a discount on AREX (airport train) |
| "Period" pass | You travel over several days | Benefits linked to the 2- to 5-day KORAIL Pass |
All three outlets agree on the price, the 40% discount and the link with the KORAIL Pass. The AREX discount (mentioned by The Korea Times and Wikitree) is not quantified.
What is included in Busan
- One free entry to one of 35 paid partner attractions in Busan, with a barcode on your phone.
- Discounts at about 50 partner cafés, workshops and activities.
- A physical card that works as a transit card (subway and bus) and, once topped up in won, as a debit card for everyday purchases.
Where to buy
- Online: on Klook and Hop&Hop (websites and apps), named by Korea JoongAng Daily and Wikitree. The Korea Times also names Klook.
- The physical card: at Incheon, Gimpo and Gimhae (Busan) airports, and at Seoul and Busan stations.
- The pass is for international travellers only: bring your passport when you pick it up, in case it is asked for.
Is it worth it?
Do the maths before buying:
- Probably yes if you go to Busan by train and visit at least one paid attraction: on a long trip, a discount of up to 40% can cover the 15,000 won on its own, and the free entry comes on top. Check on the seller's page which trips are covered.
- Yes if you were already planning a multi-day KORAIL Pass: look at the combined benefits on the seller's site.
- Maybe not if you stay in Seoul or fly to Busan without visiting any paid attraction.
What this means for you
- You land at Gimhae or leave from Seoul Station: you can pick up the card there, without ordering a card in advance.
- You travel in November: combine the pass with the Busan fireworks on 7 November or the off-season beaches.
- Compare with your current transit card: the pass card already works on the subway and buses, so no need to buy another one for Busan.
- It is a pilot: conditions may change. Check the details on the seller's page on the day you buy.
In Dari
- Book your Seoul-Busan train
- Find a hotel in Busan
- Exchange money and compare rates
- Getting around Busan: subway, bus, taxi
Sources
- The Korea Times, K-Tour Pass offers a gateway beyond Seoul (1 October 2026)
- Korea JoongAng Daily, Busan gets the K-Tour Pass (1 October 2026)
- Wikitree, trains and buses up to 40% off with the KTO pass (1 October 2026)
Sources
- The Korea Times, K-Tour Pass · checked on 1 October 2026
- Korea JoongAng Daily, Busan gets K-Tour Pass · checked on 1 October 2026
- Wikitree, pass de la KTO jusqu'à -40 % · checked on 1 October 2026