Seoul Bike, also called Ddareungi, allows bikes to be rented at public docking stations and returned at another Seoul Bike station. Guidance for international visitors is available.
1. Purchase a pass A 2023 Seoul city guide describes selecting 'Foreigner' in the Seoul Bike app, choosing a pass, entering an email address, accepting terms and paying by card. The actual 2026 app interface or payment options may have changed, so verify in the live app.
2. A one-day pass does not mean unlimited riding without return The city's official price page lists non-member day passes at ₩1,000 for a 60-minute standard rental, ₩2,000 for a 120-minute premium rental, and ₩3,000 for a 180-minute option. The validity period of a pass begins on the first rental, but the 60/120/180-minute allowance applies to each rental. Keeping one bike all day without returning it can incur extra fees.
3. Scan and return on time Use the official app to scan the QR code on the bike, check station availability and inspect the bike before riding. Return it to an authorized Seoul Bike station within the allotted rental time; you can rent again if your pass remains valid.
4. Extra charges and return problems The city states that extra fees apply after the basic 60 or 120 minutes and unpaid fees can block new rentals. Check that the app confirms a successful return. Consult the official service center if return confirmation fails.
5. Before riding Check current passes, payment options, app access, bike availability, extra charges and safety instructions using the official Seoul Bike services.