How to travel from Cheonan to Pohang, South Korea

The distance between Cheonan and Pohang is around 252km (156 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 2h 20m.

6 routes found

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

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

🚀 Fastest
💰 Cheapest
1
train
+
train
+

Train

Take the train to Daejeon Station and then to Pohong Station.

  • Duration2h 20m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩27,520($21)
2
plane
+

Fly

Fly from Chongju (CJJ) to Pohang (KPO).

  • Duration3h 15m
  • Flight time2h 15m
  • Typical cost
    ₩110,075($84)
Operated by

Jin Air

+ 2 others

1 similiar route

We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.

3
bus
+

Bus

Take the bus to Pohang.

  • Duration3h 55m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    ₩30,140($23)
Operated by

Cheongju Bus Terminal

1 similiar route

We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.

4
car
+

Drive

Drive to Pohong station.

  • Duration2h 40m
  • Distance252km (156 miles)
Get turn-by-turn directions

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Cheonan and Pohang

There are several options for getting from Cheonan to Pohang by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₩27,520 ($21) and will take around 2h 20m.

The distance between Cheonan and Pohang is around 252km (156 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 216km (134 miles)

It takes around 2h 20m to get from Cheonan and Pohang by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 40m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Cheonan to Pohang is to take the train which takes around 2h 20m and will set you back approx ₩27,520 ($21).

The cheapest way to travel between Cheonan and Pohang, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₩27,520 ($21) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Cheonan and Pohang. It typically takes around 2h 20m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Cheonan to Pohang. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Daejeon Station. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 2h 20m.

Korail Mugunghwa and Korail run train services between Cheonan and Pohang. Trains depart hourly and will take around 2h 20m, 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 Pohang. It typically takes around 3h 55m and departs twice daily.

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

Cheongju Bus Terminal and Ko Bus run regular bus services between Cheonan and Pohang. Buses run twice daily and take around 3h 55m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Cheonan and Pohang. Flights depart from Chongju (CJJ) and arrive at Pohang (KPO) - via Cheju (CJU). The flight takes around 2h 15m.

There is no direct flight from Cheonan to Pohang. There is however a flight that goes via Cheju (CJU). This services will take at least 3h 15m (not including layover time).

The flight from Cheonan to Pohang typically takes around 2h 15m. Flights depart from Chongju (CJJ) and and arrive into Pohang (KPO).

The closest major airport to Pohang is Pohang Airport (KPO) (KPO) which is approximately 13km (8 miles) from Pohang. Ulsan Airport (USN) (USN) 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 Pohang. The distance is around 252km (156 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 40m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Cheonan to Pohang is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 20m and will usually cost around ₩27,520 ($21).

How do I get from Cheonan to Pohang

Compare travel optionsbetween Cheonan and Pohang

Transport options from Cheonan to Pohang
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 20m
₩27,520($21)
hourly279km (174 miles)
Fly + 1 similar
3h 15m
₩110,075($84)
every 4 hours825km (513 miles)
Train and Plane2h 30m
₩99,595($76)
every 30 mins413km (257 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
3h 55m
₩30,140($23)
twice daily258km (160 miles)
Bus via Seoul Express Bus Terminal(Gyeongbu)4h 40m
₩38,005($29)
hourly411km (255 miles)
Drive
2h 40m
₩49,795($38)
on demand252km (156 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Cheonan and Pohang

Airlines

Bus companies

Train operators

Airports near Pohang

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

KPO
Pohang Airport (KPO)
Domestic Airport
Distance
13km (8 miles) from Pohang
USN
Ulsan Airport (USN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
53km (33 miles) from Pohang
TAE
Daegu International Airport (TAE)
International Airport
Distance
66km (41 miles) from Pohang