Advance train tickets for Lunar New Year now on sale

By Yoo Na-hyun Posted : January 16, 2026, 11:09 Updated : January 16, 2026, 16:38
A notice about advance train ticketss for the Lunar New Year is displayed at Seoul Station in central Seoul on Jan. 15, 2026. AJP Yoo Na-hyun

SEOUL, January 16 (AJP) - Sales of advance train tickets for the Lunar New Year break began this week.

According to railway operator KORAIL, tickets are available online for about a week starting Thursday, about a month in advance, for trains running during the weeklong holiday from Feb. 13 to 18.

The first two days of pre-booking will be reserved for senior citizens aged 65 and older, people with disabilities, and recipients of national merit honors. Ordinary citizens can book tickets from next Monday to Jan. 21. However, booking dates may vary by destination.
 

A notice about advance train ticketss for the Lunar New Year is displayed at Seoul Station in central Seoul on Jan. 15, 2026. AJP Yoo Na-hyun
A notice about advance train ticketss for the Lunar New Year is displayed at Seoul Station in central Seoul on Jan. 15, 2026. AJP Yoo Na-hyun
A notice about advance train ticketss for the Lunar New Year is displayed at Seoul Station in central Seoul on Jan. 15, 2026. AJP Yoo Na-hyun
Yoo Na-hyun

Copyright ⓒ Aju Press All rights reserved.

Related