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Seoul to Gwangju

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Four ways to Travel from Seoul to Gwangju

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Cheapest
By car (84 km)
1 h
84 km.
from $4
Other
Rideshare
1 h
84 km.
from $4.57
Train via Hamyeol Station
5 h 26 min
266 km.
from $15.61
Bus, Plane
5 h 45 min
265 km.
from $84.97

Navigate from Seoul to Gwangju

Continue onto 세종대로22길
128 m
Turn left onto 무교로
96 m
Turn right onto 청계천로
309 m
Turn left onto 성환1로
66 m
Turn left
39 m
Arrive at destination

Transport providers

Airlines

Jin Air

Website:
jinair.com/
Plane from Gimpo International Airport to Yeosu/Suncheon
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Friday to Sunday
Estimated price:
$48.27–$120.68

Asiana Airlines

Website:
flyasiana.com/
Plane from Gimpo International Airport to Gwangju
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$47.00–$279.48
Plane from Gimpo International Airport to Yeosu/Suncheon
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$48.27–$266.78

Train operators

Korail

Phone:
+82 1599 7777
Website:
letskorail.com/ebizbf/EbizbfForeign_pr16100.do?gubun=1
Train from Yongsan Station to Gwangju
Ave. Duration:
1h 46m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$24.14–$38.11

Suseo High Speed Railway

Phone:
1800 1472
Website:
srail.or.kr/main.do?language=EN
Train from Yongsan Station to Gwangju
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$31.76–$38.11
Train from Suseo SRT to Gwangju
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$30.49–$36.84

Korail Mugunghwa

Phone:
+82 1599 7777
Website:
letskorail.com/ebizbf/EbizBfTicketSearch.do
Train from Yongsan Station to Gwangju
Ave. Duration:
4h 23m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$13.08–$16.01
Train from Yongsan Station to Hamyeol
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$9.97–$12.20
Train from Hamyeol Station to Gwangju
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.53–$6.68

Seoul Metro

Phone:
+82 1577 1234
Website:
seoulmetro.co.kr/en/index.do?device=PC
Train from Suseo Station to Seongnam
Ave. Duration:
6 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.14–$1.65
Train from Seongnam Station to Gyeonggi
Ave. Duration:
12 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.08–$1.52

Bus operators

bus Tago

Phone:
+82 1644 2992
Website:
bustago.or.kr
Bus from Seoul Nambu Bus Terminal(Nam Seoul) to Jeonju
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$15.24–$21.60
Bus from Jeongeup Bus Terminal to Gwangju
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.98–$7.62
Bus from Yeocheon Intercity Bus Terminal to Gwangju
Ave. Duration:
1h 38m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.89–$13.97

Ko Bus

Phone:
+82 1644 9030
Website:
kobus.co.kr
Bus from Seoul Central City Bus Terminal to Usquare
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$16.51–$29.22

TxBus

Phone:
+82 1644 3070
Website:
txbus.t-money.co.kr/main.do
Bus from Seoul Nambu Bus Terminal(Nam Seoul) to Jeonju
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.24–$22.87

Jeonbuk Express

Phone:
063 270 1700
Website:
jbexpress.co.kr
Bus from Jeonju Bus Terminal to Jeongeup
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.07–$5.59

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Seoul to Gwangju is to subway which costs $1.85 - $2.72 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Seoul to Gwangju is to subway which takes 28 min and costs $1.85 - $2.72 .

Is there a direct train between Seoul and Gwangju?

No, there is no direct train from Seoul station to Gwangju station. However, there are services departing from Suseo Station and arriving at Gyeonggi Gwangju Station via Seongnam Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28 min.

How far is it from Seoul to Gwangju?

The distance between Seoul and Gwangju is 30 km. The road distance is 40.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Seoul to Gwangju without a car is to subway which takes 28 min and costs $1.85 - $2.72 .

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

It takes approximately 28 min to get from Seoul to Gwangju, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Seoul to Gwangju train from?

Seoul to Gwangju train services, operated by Seoul Metro, depart from Suseo Station.

Where does the Seoul to Gwangju train arrive?

Seoul to Gwangju train services, operated by Seoul Metro, arrive at Seongnam Station.

Can I drive from Seoul to Gwangju?

Yes, the driving distance between Seoul to Gwangju is 40 km. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Seoul to Gwangju.

Where can I stay near Gwangju?

There are 80+ hotels available in Gwangju. Prices start at $61.32 per night.
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