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Seven ways to Travel from Gwangju to Samcheok

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Cheapest
By car (429 km)
5 h 5 min
429 km.
from $23
Other
Rideshare
5 h 5 min
429 km.
from $16.32
Train via Pohang
6 h 31 min
324 km.
from $52.59
Train
8 h 55 min
324 km.
from $47.58
Bus via Seoul
7 h 20 min
324 km.
from $33.50
Bus, Plane (Fly to Wonju)
8 h 26 min
323 km.
from $85.68
Bus, Plane (Fly to Gimpo International Airport)
7 h 30 min
323 km.
from $80.47

Transport providers

Airlines

Korean Air

Website:
koreanair.com/
Plane from Gwangju to Wonju
Ave. Duration:
5h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$45.65–$81.52

Jin Air

Website:
jinair.com/
Plane from Gwangju to Wonju
Ave. Duration:
4h 46m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$45.65–$81.52

Asiana Airlines

Website:
flyasiana.com/
Plane from Gwangju to Gimpo
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$38.04–$228.26

Train operators

Korail

Phone:
+82 1599 7777
Website:
letskorail.com/ebizbf/EbizbfForeign_pr16100.do?gubun=1
Train from Gwangju Songjeong Station to Osong
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.96–$19.57
Train from Osong Station to Pohong
Ave. Duration:
1h 38m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$16.30–$25.00
Train from Pohong Station to Samcheok
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$7.77–$16.30
Train from Hoengseong Station to Gangneung
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$6.52–$10.33
Train from Gangneung Station to Samcheok
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$4.02–$6.52
Train from Jecheon Station to Donghae
Ave. Duration:
2h 42m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.66–$16.30
Train from Seoul Station to Gangneung
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$14.13–$22.83

Suseo High Speed Railway

Phone:
1800 1472
Website:
srail.or.kr/main.do?language=EN
Train from Gwangju Songjeong Station to Osong
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$16.30–$26.09
Train from Osong Station to Pohong
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.74–$42.89

Korail Mugunghwa

Phone:
+82 1599 7777
Website:
letskorail.com/ebizbf/EbizBfTicketSearch.do
Train from Osong Station to Jecheon
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$4.13–$5.04
Train from Jecheon Station to Donghae
Ave. Duration:
2h 54m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.39–$6.52

Bus operators

Ko Bus

Phone:
+82 1644 9030
Website:
kobus.co.kr
Bus from Usquare Gwangju Bus Terminal to Seoul
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.04–$23.91
Bus from Seoul Express Bus Terminal to Samcheok
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.96–$21.74

TxBus

Phone:
+82 1644 3070
Website:
txbus.t-money.co.kr/main.do
Bus from Gwangju Bus Terminal to Taebaek
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.09–$36.96

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Gwangju to Samcheok?

The cheapest way to get from Gwangju to Samcheok is to train which costs $21.74 - $50 and takes 8h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gwangju to Samcheok?

The fastest way to get from Gwangju to Samcheok is to drive which takes 5h 11m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Gwangju and Samcheok?

No, there is no direct bus from Gwangju to Samcheok. However, there are services departing from Usquare Gwangju Bus Terminal and arriving at Samcheok Bus Terminal via Seoul Express Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Gwangju and Samcheok?

No, there is no direct train from Gwangju station to Samcheok station. However, there are services departing from Gwangju Songjeong Station and arriving at Samcheok Station via Osong Station and Pohong Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

How far is it from Gwangju to Samcheok?

The distance between Gwangju and Samcheok is 586 km. The road distance is 429.9 km.

How do I travel from Gwangju to Samcheok without a car?

The best way to get from Gwangju to Samcheok without a car is to train via Pohang which takes 6h 31m and costs $35.87 - $86.96 .

How long does it take to get from Gwangju to Samcheok?

It takes approximately 6h 31m to get from Gwangju to Samcheok, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gwangju to Samcheok bus from?

Gwangju to Samcheok bus services, operated by Ko Bus, depart from Usquare Gwangju Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Gwangju to Samcheok train from?

Gwangju to Samcheok train services, operated by Korail, depart from Gwangju Songjeong Station.

Train or bus from Gwangju to Samcheok?

The best way to get from Gwangju to Samcheok is to train via Pohang which takes 6h 31m and costs $35.87 - $86.96 . Alternatively, you can bus via Seoul, which costs $25 - $45.65 and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Gwangju to Samcheok bus arrive?

Gwangju to Samcheok bus services, operated by Ko Bus, arrive at Seoul Central City Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Gwangju to Samcheok train arrive?

Gwangju to Samcheok train services, operated by Korail, arrive at Osong Station.

Can I drive from Gwangju to Samcheok?

Yes, the driving distance between Gwangju to Samcheok is 430 km. It takes approximately 5h 11m to drive from Gwangju to Samcheok.

Where can I stay near Samcheok?

There are 72+ hotels available in Samcheok. Prices start at $44.36 per night.
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