Traveling from Incheon Airport with a Family of 5+ – Here's How
𧳠Traveling from Incheon Airport with a Family of 5+ – Here's How
So you've landed in Korea with a big family — tired, excited, and juggling luggage. Welcome! But here comes your first challenge:
“Can we all fit in one car from the airport to our hotel?”
If you're thinking Uber XL is your solution... not quite.
π« Why Uber Doesn’t Work Well in Korea
- UberX fits up to 4 passengers
- UberXL is rarely available in Korea
- Even if you find one, many drivers refuse 5+ passengers due to local rules
- Often, you'll end up booking two cars = double the cost
π One Reddit user shared: “We took one Uber from Incheon to Seoul and it cost about ₩70,000. Since we were 5, we had to call another one. It added up fast.”
Best Option: Use K-Ride App
K-Ride is a foreigner-friendly ride app officially partnered with Incheon Airport. It's designed to help international travelers easily book cars with English support.
Why K-Ride Works:
- Supports large vehicles like Kia Carnival or Hyundai Staria
- Send a message to the driver in English with passenger + luggage details
- Multi-language support: English, Chinese, Japanese, Korean
- Accepts international credit cards
π° How much does it cost?
K-Ride doesn’t use flat rates. It follows standard meter fares based on the type of vehicle you request.
| Vehicle Type | Estimated Fare (ICN → Seoul Station) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Taxi | ₩55,000 ~ ₩60,000 | Meter rate, daytime |
| Standard + Night/Highway | ₩70,000 ~ ₩75,000 | Includes tolls and night surcharge |
| Van Taxi | ₩75,000 ~ ₩85,000 | More passengers/luggage |
| Premium/International Taxi | ₩85,000 ~ ₩95,000+ | English-speaking driver, premium comfort |
π Tips from a Local (me!)
As a Korean, I personally don’t use K-Ride — but I always call taxis through the Kakao T app, which is Korea’s most reliable local service.
What gives me trust in K-Ride is that it's actually operated by Kakao Mobility, the same company behind Kakao T. Kakao is one of the largest and most trusted tech companies in Korea, so you can feel confident using their services.
Also, since K-Ride is listed on Incheon Airport’s official website, it’s safe to assume it avoids scams and inflated pricing.
⚠️ Watch Out for These at the Airport
- Never accept rides from men in plain clothes inside the airport asking “Taxi?”
- Always use official taxi stands or trusted apps like K-Ride
- Book in advance if arriving after 10 PM
π After You Arrive at Your Hotel?
Once you’ve checked in, your real Korean adventure begins! You’ll likely use buses and subways to get around — and for that, you’ll need a T-money card.
π What is a T-money card? Complete Public Transport Guide for Korea
✅ Final Summary
- Uber is not reliable for families of 5+ in Korea
- K-Ride offers large cars with English support and reasonable pricing
- Fare depends on car type: ₩55,000 ~ ₩95,000 from Incheon to Seoul
- Book early, use official services, and check the fare estimate in the app
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