How to travel from Cheonan to Gimhae, South Korea

The distance between Cheonan and Gimhae is around 304km (189 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 2h 40m.

7 routes found

We've found 7 different ways to get from Cheonan to Gimhae 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 Busan Station.

  • Duration2h 40m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩41,935($32)
Operated byKorail+ 1 others

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Train and Plane

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

  • Duration2h 40m
  • Flight time1hr
  • Typical cost
    ₩58,970($45)
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Bus

Take the bus to Masan.

  • Duration3h 55m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₩32,760($25)

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Drive

Drive to Gimhae.

  • Duration3h 10m
  • Distance304km (189 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Cheonan and Gimhae

There are several options for getting from Cheonan to Gimhae by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩32,760 ($25) and will take around 3h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and arrive in approximately 2h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩41,935 ($32).

The distance between Cheonan and Gimhae is around 304km (189 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 238km (148 miles)

It takes around 2h 40m to get from Cheonan and Gimhae by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 10m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Cheonan to Gimhae is to take the train which takes around 2h 40m and will set you back approx ₩41,935 ($32).

The cheapest way to travel between Cheonan and Gimhae, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩32,760 ($25) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Cheonan and Gimhae. It typically takes around 2h 40m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Cheonan to Gimhae. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Asan Station, Busan Station, Gupo Station and Daejeo Station. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 2h 40m.

Korail, Suseo High Speed Railway and Korail Mugunghwa run train services between Cheonan and Gimhae. Trains depart hourly and will take around 2h 40m, 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 Gimhae. It typically takes around 3h 55m and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Cheonan to Gimhae. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Masan. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 3h 55m.

Masan Intercity Bus Terminal and TxBus run regular bus services between Cheonan and Gimhae. Buses run once daily and take around 3h 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 Gimhae. We recommend that you take the train to Yeongdeungpo Station then fly from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) to Gimhae (PUS). instead which will take 2h 40m.

The closest major airport to Gimhae is Gimhae International Airport (PUS) (PUS) which is approximately 8km (5 miles) from Gimhae. Ulsan Airport (USN) (USN) and Sacheon Airport (HIN) (HIN) 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 Gimhae. The distance is around 304km (189 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 10m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Cheonan to Gimhae is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 40m and will usually cost around ₩41,935 ($32).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Cheonan and Gimhae

Transport options from Cheonan to Gimhae
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train + 1 similar
2h 40m
₩41,935($32)
hourly354km (220 miles)
Train to Gupo Station3h 35m
₩36,690($28)
every 4 hours319km (198 miles)
Train and Plane + 1 similar
2h 40m
₩58,970($45)
every 30 mins451km (280 miles)
Train to Seoul Station, plane3h 35m
₩562,175($430)
hourly505km (314 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
3h 55m
₩32,760($25)
once daily307km (191 miles)
Bus to Gimhae4h 50m
₩34,070($26)
4 times a day317km (197 miles)
Drive
3h 10m
₩58,970($45)
on demand304km (189 miles)

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Airports near Gimhae

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

PUS
Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
International Airport
Distance
8km (5 miles) from Gimhae
USN
Ulsan Airport (USN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
58km (36 miles) from Gimhae
HIN
Sacheon Airport (HIN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
75km (46 miles) from Gimhae