Seoul consists of a very densely populated region in South Korea with more than 26 million people — about half the country’s total population. Consequently, public transportation is critically important in moving people within and beyond the metropolitan area. The Seoul Metro alone has well over 600 stations crisscrossing the city and suburbs. In this video, Jason Slaughter of Not Just Bikes highlights some interesting features of the metro system, diving into the nitty-gritty details of wayfinding strategies, platform screen doors, fare gates, and station exits. Slaughter also touches on Seoul’s bus system, growing high-speed commuter rail system, and often unpleasant, car-choked streets.
Stephen is a professional urban planner in Puget Sound with a passion for sustainable, livable, and diverse cities. He is especially interested in how policies, regulations, and programs can promote positive outcomes for communities. With stints in great cities like Bellingham and Cork, Stephen currently lives in Seattle. He primarily covers land use and transportation issues and has been with The Urbanist since 2014.
