Korean Dictionary
How to say "Airport Bus" in Korean
“Airport Bus” in Korean is 공항버스 (pronounced "Gonghang Beoseu").
공항버스
Gonghang Beoseu
Usage & Context
공항버스 (airport bus) is a popular and affordable way to travel to and from Incheon International Airport. These buses connect the airport to major cities and neighborhoods throughout Korea. The limousine bus is the most common type used by travelers.
Example Sentence
공항버스를 타고 집까지 갔어요.
I took the airport bus home.
How to use 공항버스 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Airport Bus” is 공항버스, romanized as Gonghang Beoseu.
Usage tip
Pair this travel word with polite request endings like -요 so it works in hotels, stations, taxis, and shops.
Common mistake
Do not rely only on the English meaning. Read the Korean example sentence and notice the particles, word order, and politeness level around 공항버스.
Pronunciation Guide
The first part, '공항' (Gonghang), sounds like 'gong-hahng,' similar to 'gone' followed by 'hang' (as in 'hang a picture'). The second part, '버스' (Beoseu), is like the English word 'bus,' but with a slightly softer 'eu' sound at the end, like the 'u' in 'but' without the 't'.
More Example Sentences
Explaining travel time from the airport.
인천공항에서 시내까지 공항버스로 한 시간 정도 걸려요.
It takes about an hour by airport bus from Incheon Airport to downtown.
Asking for ticket purchase location at the airport.
공항버스 티켓은 어디서 살 수 있나요?
Where can I buy an airport bus ticket?
Considering late-night/early-morning transport options.
새벽에 도착해서 공항버스가 없으면 택시를 타야 해요.
If there's no airport bus when I arrive early in the morning, I'll have to take a taxi.
Cultural Context
In Korea, especially for Incheon International Airport, 공항버스 (Gonghang Beoseu) is a highly efficient and popular mode of transport. These 'limousine buses' are known for being clean, comfortable, and having designated stops across major cities, making them a preferred choice for many travelers over taxis or even some subway routes, especially when carrying luggage. They often have routes directly connecting to major hotels or specific neighborhoods.
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Common Phrases
공항버스 타러 가요.
I'm going to take the airport bus.
공항버스 시간표 좀 알려주세요.
Please tell me the airport bus schedule.
몇 번 공항버스 타야 해요?
Which airport bus number should I take?
Related Expressions
공항철도
Gonghang Cheoldo
Airport Railroad
리무진 버스
Rimujin Beoseu
Limousine Bus (often used interchangeably with airport bus)
버스 정류장
Beoseu Jeongnyujang
Bus stop
택시
Taeksi
Taxi
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