k.ride - taxi, cab, korea trip

4.7
945 reviews
100K+
Downloads
Content rating
Everyone
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About this app

k.ride is a global mobility app that makes travel easier and more comfortable. Endless destinations with just one app. With k.ride, you can experience seamless ride-hailing service wherever you are in the world.
* Currently available in Korea, Japan, Taiwan, United States, Vietnam, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Cambodia, Saudi Arabia, and expanding to more countries.



Powered by Kakao Mobility’s advanced technology, k.ride is Korea’s #1 ride-hailing platform that offers a diverse range of ride services around the globe. Enjoy seamless, stress-free travel with accurate arrival times and optimal routes, wherever you go.



Multilingual support
k.ride supports 133 languages so users can easily search for destinations and communicate with drivers in their preferred language. Plus, our app is available in four languages—English, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, and Traditional Chinese—ensuring a seamless experience wherever you go.



Cashless payments
Easily register your payment method using a credit or debit card, or take advantage of simple mobile payment for a hassle-free experience. Rest assured—with our safe payment system, your rides are automatically processed right after your ride ends using your registered payment method.
* Alipay+ supported wallets: Alipay, AlipayHK, Touch 'n Go eWallet, Boost, TrueMoney Wallet, Rabbit LINE Pay, and GCash



Easy sign-up and app security
Sign up effortlessly by authenticating your mobile device or linking your social media account. Plus, enjoy peace of mind with our high-level security, including two-factor authentication, keeping your account safe and secure.



Customer support is available year-round from 9 AM to 2 AM (KST), and easily accessible within the app. (App menu > Support)



For more information, please visit the k.ride website.



To ensure a seamless app experience, k.ride may request the following permissions. Each permission falls into essential permissions, which are necessary, and optional permissions, which you can choose to allow:



1. Essential:
1) Location: This allows us to find nearby taxis, help taxis reach your location, and estimate travel time and fare to your destination.



2. Optional:
1) Phone number: This simplifies the process of entering your phone number during registration and login.
2) Messages: This simplifies the process of entering verification codes during registration and login.
3) Notifications: This enables you to receive updates on taxi dispatch, boarding, alighting, and for marketing purposes.
Updated on
Mar 5, 2025

Data safety

Safety starts with understanding how developers collect and share your data. Data privacy and security practices may vary based on your use, region, and age. The developer provided this information and may update it over time.
This app may share these data types with third parties
Location
This app may collect these data types
Personal info, App activity and 2 others
Data is encrypted in transit
You can request that data be deleted

Ratings and reviews

4.7
941 reviews
April “Chaos”
February 24, 2025
I almost missed my train in Busan to get back to Seoul because the app after almost 4 wks now cancels every ride. I couldn't communicate with the taxi driver, had some old guys start yelling as if it's my fault I have used the app even today 2 rides, then poof it stopped, cancels every ride as soon as a taxi accepts it. I have sent messages to support, but support isn't in real time so no help. I still have a week left, appts to go to and airport, how do I now do that.
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Jessica Forster
February 23, 2025
Scam app. Didn't confirm that I wanted to order the ride but it charged and booked anyway. Tried cancelling it many times, closed and reopened the app, still didn't work. It wasn't until the driver was close that I was able to cancel and it charged me a fee. Basically stole money from me and blocked me from cancelling. Not only did it take a fee, it still hasn't refunded the full journey payment that it took without permission. Stole full ride cost and fee for journey I didn't take or order.
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Norman Leow
March 27, 2025
This app is unreliable. Firstly upon booking a taxi ride it doesn't show you where the taxi is and how long it takes to arrive. When cancelling the ride, it penalises you 2,200 korean won for cancelling even though I waited 10-15 minutes. For using the app, they levy a surcharge for using the app hence you pay more than if you do a flag down. This is not tourist friendly. I would have given a zero rating if I could.
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What’s new

- Added a country expansion guide message.
- Fixed a bug where the terms and conditions would not scroll when signing up by logging in.
- The app became more stable.