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By car (154 km)
1 h 49 min
154 km.
from $8
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Rideshare
1 h 49 min
154 km.
from $5.86
Train via Sejong
4 h 19 min
192 km.
from $44.52

Transport providers

Airlines

Korean Air

Website:
koreanair.com/
Plane from Gwangju to Busan
Ave. Duration:
4h 38m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.33–$343.00
Plane from Gimpo International Airport to Busan
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$34.30–$254.07
Plane from Incheon International Airport to Busan
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.37–$952.78
Plane from Gimpo International Airport to Ulsan
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$50.81–$254.07
Plane from Gimpo International Airport to Sacheon
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$52.09–$95.28

Jin Air

Website:
jinair.com/
Plane from Gwangju to Busan
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$45.73–$101.63
Plane from Gimpo International Airport to Busan
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$34.30–$127.04
Plane from Gimpo International Airport to Ulsan
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$50.81–$139.74
Plane from Gimpo International Airport to Sacheon
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$52.09–$95.28

Asiana Airlines

Website:
flyasiana.com/
Plane from Gwangju to Busan
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.52–$165.15

Jeju Air

Website:
jejuair.net/
Plane from Gwangju to Busan
Ave. Duration:
3h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$50.81–$114.33
Plane from Gimpo International Airport to Busan
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$34.30–$152.44

Air Busan

Website:
en.airbusan.com/
Plane from Gimpo International Airport to Busan
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$45.73–$139.74

Eastar Jet

Website:
eastarjet.com/
Plane from Gimpo International Airport to Busan
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$48.27–$62.25

Bus operators

Airport Limousine

Phone:
03-3665-7220
Website:
limousinebus.co.jp/en/
Bus from Kyongil Elementary School to Incheon
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.70–$13.97

bus Tago

Phone:
+82 1644 2992
Website:
bustago.or.kr
Bus from Jinju Intercity Bus Terminal to Busan
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$7.32–$11.43

Ko Bus

Phone:
+82 1644 9030
Website:
kobus.co.kr
Bus from Gwangju Bus Terminal to Busan
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.97–$25.41
Bus from Seongnam Temporary Bus Terminal to Busan
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$20.33–$35.57

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:
$13.97–$22.87
Train from Osong Station to Busan
Ave. Duration:
1h 46m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.87–$36.84
Train from Gwangju Songjeong Station to Busan
Ave. Duration:
4h 56m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$25.05–$40.65
Train from Suwon Station to Busan
Ave. Duration:
2h 46m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$29.22–$45.73
Train from Ulsan Station to Busan
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.32–$7.62
Train from Gwangju Station to Jeongeup
Ave. Duration:
41 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.34–$8.89
Train from Jeongeup Station to Osong
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$10.16–$16.51

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:
$20.33–$31.76
Train from Osong Station to Busan
Ave. Duration:
1h 54m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$31.76–$39.38
Train from Dongtan SRT to Busan
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$36.84–$41.92
Train from Ulsan Station to Busan
Ave. Duration:
21 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.35–$26.68
Train from Jeongeup Station to Osong
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$13.97–$29.22

Korail Mugunghwa

Phone:
+82 1599 7777
Website:
letskorail.com/ebizbf/EbizBfTicketSearch.do
Train from Gwangju Songjeong Station to Bujeon
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.85–$17.02
Train from Suwon Station to Busan
Ave. Duration:
5h 13m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$16.13–$19.82
Train from Gwangju Songjeong Station to Sasang
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.96–$15.88
Train from Gwangju Station to Jeongeup
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$2.79–$3.56

Seoul Metro

Phone:
+82 1577 1234
Website:
seoulmetro.co.kr/en/index.do?device=PC
Train from Gyeonggi Gwangju Station to Pangyo
Ave. Duration:
13 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.14–$1.65
Train from Pangyo Station to Sinnonhyeon
Ave. Duration:
19 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$1.65
Train from Imae Station to Seoul-forest
Ave. Duration:
41 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.27–$1.78

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Gwangju to Busan (State)?

The cheapest way to get from Gwangju to Busan (State) is to train which costs $11.96 - $16.30 and takes 5h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gwangju to Busan (State)?

The fastest way to get from Gwangju to Busan (State) is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs $35.87 - $53.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Gwangju and Busan (State)?

No, there is no direct bus from Gwangju to Busan (State) station. However, there are services departing from Gwangju Bus Terminal and arriving at Busan Station via Sasang Station and Jagalchi Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Gwangju and Busan (State)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gwangju Songjeong Station station and arriving at Busan Station station. Services depart twice a week, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Gwangju to Busan (State)?

The distance between Gwangju and Busan (State) is 476 km. The road distance is 253 km.

How do I travel from Gwangju to Busan (State) without a car?

The best way to get from Gwangju to Busan (State) without a car is to train via Sejong which takes 3h 14m and costs $31.52 - $76.09 .

How long does it take to get from Gwangju to Busan (State)?

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Gwangju to Busan (State), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gwangju to Busan (State) bus from?

Gwangju to Busan (State) bus services, operated by Ko Bus, depart from Gwangju Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Gwangju to Busan (State) train from?

Gwangju to Busan (State) train services, operated by Korail, depart from Gwangju Songjeong Station.

Train, bus or fly from Gwangju to Busan (State)?

The best way to get from Gwangju to Busan (State) is to train via Sejong which takes 3h 14m and costs $31.52 - $76.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $14.13 - $23.91 and takes 4h 7m, you could also fly, which costs $41.30 - $92.39 and takes 4h 57m.

Where does the Gwangju to Busan (State) bus arrive?

Gwangju to Busan (State) bus services, operated by Ko Bus, arrive at Busan Seobu Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Gwangju to Busan (State) train arrive?

Gwangju to Busan (State) train services, operated by Korail, arrive at Osong Station.

Can I drive from Gwangju to Busan (State)?

Yes, the driving distance between Gwangju to Busan (State) is 253 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Gwangju to Busan (State).

Where can I stay near Busan (State)?

There are 811+ hotels available in Busan (State). Prices start at $37.41 per night.
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