In Jeonju, paying for a transit card is not the same as loading travel credit. The official city tourism guide gives an approximate KRW 3,000–5,000 purchase price for a standard prepaid transit card depending on design, and says to load a separate balance before using it. CU, GS25, 7-Eleven and Emart24 convenience stores are listed as places to buy cards; the guide specifically advises preparing Korean-won cash for standard prepaid-card top-ups. The Tmoney Travel Card and ordinary cards can differ in benefits and purchase rules. Tap at the front reader when boarding a city bus and again before alighting to preserve transfer eligibility. Check the card issuer's latest acceptance, refund and top-up arrangements.
Travel guide · Jeonbuk
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- Oct 17, 2026
Buying and Loading Prepaid Transport Cards in Jeonju
Card purchase cost versus fare balance, where to buy and when to tap.
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Practical travel instructions independently organized from the official city visitor guide.
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Real-time availability and service changes are not confirmed; the operating organization should be checked shortly before travel.