[2026 Korean Driving Test Practice] Chapter 04: Lane Rules & Designated Lanes

 

Chapter 04: Master Lane Rules & Designated Lanes

Welcome to the fourth stage of your Korean driving license journey! Understanding lane regulations is crucial, as they are among the most strictly enforced traffic laws in South Korea.

In this guide, we cover the official 2026 English question bank from Q76 to Q100 (re-numbered here as 1 to 25). We focus on Designated Lane Systems, Bus-only Lanes, and specific Road Markings. Our "Expert Analysis" will help you understand the legal logic to ensure both exam success and road safety.

📑 25 Expert Questions

✅ 2026 Updated Rules

⭐ Legal Insight Included

Ready for Lane & Designated Rules?

You have 40 minutes for 25 questions. Accuracy is key!

Chapter 4: Lane Rules (Q1-25)

Time: 40:00

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Quiz Results

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Chapter 04: Full Expert Study Guide

Question 01 (Original Q76)

Correct Way to Drive in a Lane

✅ Correct Answer: Drive between the boundary lines of a lane

💡 Expert Insight (Road Traffic Act Art. 14) Drivers must operate within the designated space of a lane. Driving over the lane lines or straddling two lanes is a violation of the duty to maintain a lane and can lead to a fine.

Question 02 (Original Q77)

Meaning of Solid White Lines

✅ Correct Answer: Lane changes are prohibited

💡 Expert Insight A solid white line indicates sections where lane changes are dangerous and thus forbidden (e.g., tunnels or bridges). Lane changes are only permitted where the line is broken (dashed).

Question 03 (Original Q78)

Double Yellow Solid Lines (Centerline)

✅ Correct Answer: Strictly prohibited from crossing (Median)

💡 Expert Insight Crossing a double yellow line is a major violation. It acts as a permanent barrier between opposite directions of traffic. Only authorized emergency vehicles may cross under specific conditions.

Question 04 (Original Q79)

Meaning of a Single Blue Solid Line

✅ Correct Answer: Lane dedicated to buses during specified hours

💡 Expert Insight A single blue solid line marks a timed bus-only lane. Operation times usually cover morning and evening rush hours (e.g., 07:00-10:00). Double blue lines usually mean 24-hour or full-day operation.

Question 05 (Original Q80)

Blue Dashed (Broken) Line Entry

✅ Correct Answer: Allowed for right turns or merging to exits

💡 Expert Insight You may enter a bus-only lane marked with dashed blue lines only when necessary to make a right turn at an intersection or to merge into an exit.

Question 06 (Original Q81)

Penalty for Urban Bus-only Lane Violation

✅ Correct Answer: 40,000 KRW (Passenger Car)

💡 Expert Insight Violating an urban bus-only lane results in a 40,000 KRW fine for passenger cars and 50,000 KRW for vans/trucks, along with 10 penalty points.

Question 07 (Original Q82)

Expressway Bus-only Lane Eligibility

✅ Correct Answer: A van with 9 or more seats and at least 6 people on board

💡 Expert Insight (Enforcement Decree Art. 9) To use the expressway bus lane, 9-12 seater vehicles MUST have at least 6 occupants. Buses with 13+ seats can use it regardless of the number of passengers.

Question 08 (Original Q83)

Gyeongbu Expressway Bus Lane Hours

✅ Correct Answer: 07:00 - 21:00 (Daily)

💡 Expert Insight The bus-only lane on the Gyeongbu Expressway operates from 07:00 to 21:00 every day (including weekends/holidays) between Hannam Bridge and Sintanjin.

Question 09 (Original Q84)

Driving on the Shoulder (Emergency Lane)

✅ Correct Answer: Prohibited except for emergency situations

💡 Expert Insight Driving on the shoulder to bypass traffic jams is strictly forbidden. It is reserved for disabled vehicles, emergency stops, and authorized rescue vehicles.

Question 10 (Original Q85)

The Designated Lane System Concept

✅ Correct Answer: Vehicles are assigned to specific lanes by type

💡 Expert Insight The Designated Lane System divides roads into "Left Lanes" and "Right Lanes" to ensure smooth traffic flow by grouping similar vehicle speeds and sizes.

Question 11 (Original Q86)

Designated Lanes on a 3-lane Road

✅ Correct Answer: Lane 1 is the 'Left Lane'

💡 Expert Insight (Decree Art. 39-2) On a 3-lane road, Lane 1 is the Left Lane (for passenger cars). Lanes 2 and 3 are 'Right Lanes' (for buses, trucks, and special vehicles).

Question 12 (Original Q87)

Right Lanes on a 4-lane Road

✅ Correct Answer: Lane 3 and Lane 4

💡 Expert Insight On a 4-lane general road, Lanes 1 and 2 are 'Left Lanes,' while Lanes 3 and 4 are 'Right Lanes' for large vehicles and slow traffic.

Question 13 (Original Q88)

Purpose of Expressway Lane 1

✅ Correct Answer: Overtaking (Passing) other vehicles

💡 Expert Insight On expressways with 2+ lanes, Lane 1 is the overtaking lane. You must return to Lane 2 after passing. Cruising in Lane 1 is a violation.

Question 14 (Original Q89)

Lane 1 During Heavy Congestion

✅ Correct Answer: Travel is allowed if speed is below 80 km/h

💡 Expert Insight If average traffic speed drops below 80 km/h due to congestion, passenger vehicles are allowed to use Lane 1 for regular travel rather than just passing.

Question 15 (Original Q90)

Overtaking Violation by Large Trucks

✅ Correct Answer: Entering Lane 1 on an expressway

💡 Expert Insight Large trucks and special vehicles are strictly prohibited from entering Lane 1 on an expressway, even for overtaking. They must use the lane immediately to the left of their designated lane.

Question 16 (Original Q91)

Changing Lanes in an Intersection

✅ Correct Answer: Prohibited in general for safety

💡 Expert Insight Changing lanes inside an intersection is extremely dangerous and generally prohibited. You should choose your lane before entering the intersection.

Question 17 (Original Q92)

Lane Change Signaling Distance

✅ Correct Answer: 30m (General) / 100m (Expressway)

💡 Expert Insight You must signal 30 meters before on city roads and 100 meters before on expressways to ensure other drivers are aware of your move.

Question 18 (Original Q93)

Prohibited Lane Change Areas

✅ Correct Answer: Inside Tunnels and on Bridges

💡 Expert Insight Tunnels and bridges are high-risk areas. Lane changes are forbidden to prevent multi-vehicle pileups in confined or elevated spaces. These areas are marked with solid white lines.

Question 19 (Original Q94)

Yellow Zig-zag Lines

✅ Correct Answer: Slow down for pedestrian protection

💡 Expert Insight Yellow zig-zag lines are found near school zones and crosswalks. They warn drivers to slow down and be extra alert for pedestrians.

Question 20 (Original Q95)

Reversible Lane Marking Color

✅ Correct Answer: Yellow Dashed (Broken) Line

💡 Expert Insight Reversible lanes ( 가변차로) are marked with double yellow broken lines. Drivers must check the overhead signals (Green arrow/Red X) to know if the lane is open.

Question 21 (Original Q96)

White Arrows on the Road Surface

✅ Correct Answer: Designated direction for that lane

💡 Expert Insight Drivers must follow the direction of the white arrows. For example, if you are in a "Left Turn Only" lane, you cannot go straight.

Question 22 (Original Q97)

The Yellow Box Marking (Intersection Clearance)

✅ Correct Answer: Do not enter if traffic is blocked ahead

💡 Expert Insight Even if the signal is green, you must not enter the Yellow Box if congestion would cause your vehicle to stop inside and block perpendicular traffic.

Question 23 (Original Q98)

Diamond-Shaped Road Marking

✅ Correct Answer: Indication of a crosswalk ahead

💡 Expert Insight The diamond marking warns that a pedestrian crosswalk is coming up. You should reduce your speed and prepare to yield.

Question 24 (Original Q99)

Inverted Triangle Road Marking

✅ Correct Answer: Yield requirement

💡 Expert Insight An inverted triangle is a Yield sign. You must slow down and give priority to vehicles on the main road before merging or entering.

Question 25 (Original Q100)

Hatched Road Markings (Slow Down)

✅ Correct Answer: Indication to reduce speed

💡 Expert Insight Hatched or striped markings on the side of a lane indicate a slow-down zone. They are often placed before sharp curves or downhill sections.

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Chapter 04: Completed!

Fantastic! You've mastered the lane rules and designated systems of Korea. Accuracy in these sections is what differentiates a pro driver from a beginner.

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