How to travel from Bucheon to Cheongju, South Korea

The distance between Bucheon and Cheongju is around 144km (89 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a taxi which takes around 1h 35m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Bucheon to Cheongju by bus, subway, train, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out CheongjuBucheon if you're planning a return trip.

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Bus

Take the bus to Cheongju.

  • Duration2hrs
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩14,415($11)
Operated by

TxBus

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Train to Yongsan Station, bus

Take the train to Yongsan Station and then to Osong Station then take the bus to Sangdang Park.

  • Duration2h 10m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩17,035($13)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Taxi

Take a taxi to Cheongju-si.

  • Duration1h 35m
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    ₩183,460($140)
Operated by

International Taxi

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Drive

Drive to Cheongju-si.

  • Duration1h 35m
  • Distance144km (89 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Bucheon and Cheongju

There are several options for getting from Bucheon to Cheongju by bus, subway, train, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the underground and then take the bus which costs around ₩13,105 ($10) and will take around 2h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a taxi and arrive in approximately 1h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩183,460 ($140).

The distance between Bucheon and Cheongju is around 144km (89 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 115km (72 miles)

It takes around 2hrs to get from Bucheon and Cheongju by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 35m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Bucheon to Cheongju is to take a taxi which takes around 1h 35m and will set you back approx ₩183,460 ($140).

The cheapest way to travel between Bucheon and Cheongju, if you exclude driving, is to take the underground and then take the bus which will typically cost around ₩13,105 ($10) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Bucheon and Cheongju. We recommend that you take a taxi to Cheongju-si. instead which will take 1h 35m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Bucheon and Cheongju. It typically takes around 2hrs and departs hourly.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Bucheon to Cheongju. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Cheongju. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 2hrs.

TxBus run regular bus services between Bucheon and Cheongju. Buses run hourly and take around 2hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Bucheon to Cheongju. We recommend that you take the bus to Cheongju. instead which will take 2hrs.

The closest major airport to Cheongju is Cheongju International Airport (CJJ) (CJJ) which is approximately 9km (6 miles) from Cheongju. Wonju Airport (WJU) (WJU) and Gunsan Airport (KUV) (KUV) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Bucheon and Cheongju. The distance is around 144km (89 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 35m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Bucheon to Cheongju is to take the bus which takes, on average, 2hrs and will usually cost around ₩14,415 ($11).

How do I get from Bucheon to Cheongju

Compare travel optionsbetween Bucheon and Cheongju

Transport options from Bucheon to Cheongju
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
2hrs
₩14,415($11)
hourly151km (94 miles)
Train to Yongsan Station, bus + 2 similar
2h 10m
₩17,035($13)
hourly168km (104 miles)
Train and Bus2h 10m
₩18,345($14)
every 30 mins175km (109 miles)
Train to Express Bus Terminal Station, Bus2h 25m
₩13,105($10)
every 30 mins155km (96 miles)
Taxi
1h 35m
₩183,460($140)
on demand144km (89 miles)
Drive
1h 35m
₩28,830($22)
on demand144km (89 miles)

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Airports near Cheongju

The following major airports near Cheongju offer regular flights to various popular destinations within South Korea and internationally.

CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
9km (6 miles) from Cheongju
WJU
Wonju Airport (WJU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
98km (61 miles) from Cheongju
KUV
Gunsan Airport (KUV)
Domestic Airport
Distance
113km (70 miles) from Cheongju