Road safety in South Korea

Cheryl · 2025-07-16T06:42:29+02:00

Explore practical tips on road safety in South Korea for expats, covering traffic rules, habits, and safety advice for driving, biking, and walking.

Cheryl Moderator

Member since 15 October 2018

CherylModerator16 July 2025 04:42:29

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Hello everyone,

Navigating roads and experiencing traffic in South Korea as an expat can be a learning experience. We invite you to share your insights in order to help other expats and soon-to-be expats stay safe on the road in South Korea, whether driving, cycling or just crossing the street.

Are traffic rules strictly respected or enforced in South Korea?

Are there any unspoken rules, unexpected habits or regulations that you had to adapt to?

Are the roads safe and well-maintained?

Are there specific times of day, weather conditions, or seasons that make driving more dangerous?

If you have children, do you feel comfortable letting them travel alone on local roads, whether on foot, by bike, or motorbike?

What are your tips or advice to stay safe on the roads in South Korea?

Share your insights and experience.

Thank you for your contribution.

Cheryl
玩偶姐姐 Team

kurokuro New member

Member since 02 August 2025

kurokuroNew member02 August 2025 10:00:56

Be careful, as you might not be able to get on the bus during rush hours!

kimjenna1020 New member

Member since 26 May 2025

kimjenna1020New member30 August 2025 06:18:22

Most Koreans usually keep the rules strictly. So, it's not that the rules are strict but are respected by people. It's pretty safe for kids to be alone in the city if they can keep themselves safe from cars. Also, you can see many electric kick scooters on the sidewalks. That you might need to be careful of. Some say driving in Seoul is like driving in New York, so keep that in mind. It's better to travel by subway than by bus. Hope this helps.