How to travel from Cheonan to Changwon, South Korea

The distance between Cheonan and Changwon is around 286km (177 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 2h 10m.

8 routes found

We've found 8 different ways to get from Cheonan to Changwon by train, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train

Take the train to Changwon Jungang Station.

  • Duration2h 10m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩38,005($29)

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Train and Plane

Take the train to Yeongdeungpo Station then fly from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) to Gimhae (PUS).

  • Duration3hrs
  • Flight time1hr
  • Typical cost
    ₩65,520($50)
Operated by

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Bus

Take the bus to Seoul Express Bus Terminal(Gyeongbu) and then to Changwon.

  • Duration4h 55m
  • Departsevery 30 mins
  • Typical cost
    ₩39,315($30)
Operated by

Ko Bus

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Drive

Drive to Changwon.

  • Duration3hrs
  • Distance286km (177 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Cheonan and Changwon

There are several options for getting from Cheonan to Changwon by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₩15,725 ($12) and will take around 4hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and arrive in approximately 2h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩38,005 ($29).

The distance between Cheonan and Changwon is around 286km (177 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 226km (140 miles)

It takes around 2h 10m to get from Cheonan and Changwon by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3hrs to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Cheonan to Changwon is to take the train which takes around 2h 10m and will set you back approx ₩38,005 ($29).

The cheapest way to travel between Cheonan and Changwon, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₩15,725 ($12) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Cheonan and Changwon. It typically takes around 2h 10m and departs every 4 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Cheonan to Changwon. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Asan Station. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 2h 10m.

Korail and Korail Mugunghwa run train services between Cheonan and Changwon. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 2h 10m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Cheonan and Changwon. It typically takes around 4h 55m and departs every 30 mins.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Cheonan to Changwon. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Seoul Express Bus Terminal(Gyeongbu). These services run every 30 mins and will take a minimum of 4h 55m.

Ko Bus run regular bus services between Cheonan and Changwon. Buses run every 30 mins and take around 4h 55m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Cheonan to Changwon. We recommend that you take the train to Yeongdeungpo Station then fly from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) to Gimhae (PUS). instead which will take 3hrs.

The closest major airport to Changwon is Gimhae International Airport (PUS) (PUS) which is approximately 25km (15 miles) from Changwon. Sacheon Airport (HIN) (HIN) and Daegu International Airport (TAE) (TAE) 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 Cheonan and Changwon. The distance is around 286km (177 miles) by road and it will take around 3hrs in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Cheonan to Changwon is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 10m and will usually cost around ₩38,005 ($29).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Cheonan and Changwon

Transport options from Cheonan to Changwon
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train + 2 similar
2h 10m
₩38,005($29)
every 4 hours290km (180 miles)
Train via Daejeon Station2h 45m
₩32,760($25)
every 2 hours291km (181 miles)
Train via Sangdong Station4hrs
₩15,725($12)
every 4 hours307km (191 miles)
Train and Plane + 2 similar
3hrs
₩65,520($50)
every 30 mins472km (293 miles)
Train to Yeongdeungpo Station, plane3h 5m
₩93,040($71)
every 3 hours481km (299 miles)
Train to Seoul Station, plane4hrs
₩568,730($435)
hourly526km (327 miles)
Bus
4h 55m
₩39,315($30)
every 30 mins439km (273 miles)
Drive
3hrs
₩56,350($43)
on demand286km (177 miles)

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Airports near Changwon

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

PUS
Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
International Airport
Distance
25km (15 miles) from Changwon
HIN
Sacheon Airport (HIN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
56km (35 miles) from Changwon
TAE
Daegu International Airport (TAE)
International Airport
Distance
75km (46 miles) from Changwon