Charging at train stations and on trains in South Korea

Last Updated: January 13th, 2024By Categories: How to use the trainTags: ,


Most trains are equipped with power outlets.

When purchasing a ticket, request a seat with a power outlet at the station window, or select the seat you want directly from the mobile reservation service through KORAIL Talk, Let’s Korail, and various web platforms.

 

The latest high-speed train, KTX-Ieum, is equipped with a power outlet as well as a wireless charger in every seat.

Mobile phones that do not support wireless charging cannot be charged wirelessly. Please use the USB charging type or power outlet next to the wireless charger.

 

KTX has a power outlet and USB charging type at the window seat.

 

KTX-Sancheon and SRT have 2 power outlets under the seat.

 

In ITX-Cheongchun, only the first row seats on either side of the door have two power outlets.

 

ITX-Saemaeul has two power outlets from the first to the third row on either side of the entrance door.

 

Mugunghwa has two power outlets only in the first row of seats on either side of the entrance door. However, the Mugunghwa train may not have an outlet at the door seat depending on the train configuration.

 

For the Mugunghwa train, please use the No. 4 train.

Car No. 4 is a commuter car, and for commuter pass and standing passengers, it is equipped with a power outlet, a simple table, and a food and beverage vending machine in urban railroad-type seats with no assigned seats.

 

Most train stations of a certain size are equipped with various types of chargers and provide charging services.

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