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Folding bikes and metro etiquette cheat sheet
Updated November 2025 rules for hauling compact bikes on Busan Metro, including last-train times and which elevators actually fit cargo.
Nov 1, 2025
Peak rules in one glance
| Line | Weekday blackout | Weekend blackout | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 07:30–09:00 / 17:30–19:30 | None | Must board the first or last car |
| 2 | 07:00–09:30 / 18:00–20:00 | 12:00–18:00 (summer) | Some stations require stairs due to broken elevators |
| Donghae | 07:00–09:30 / 17:00–20:00 | None | Folding bikes only, double-fold preferred |
Elevator intel
- Centum City Exit 10: Freight elevator that fits three riders if bikes are folded.
- Busanjin Market Exit 5: Currently out of order—use Exit 7 ramp.
- Jangsan Station: Staff will ask for the printed etiquette card linked above. Have it ready.
Soft skills
Apologize first, even when you have right of way. The metro staff is slowly adapting to bikes outside of their old freight-only mindset; our job is to prove it works here too.