How to travel from Chuncheon to Gurye, South Korea

The distance between Chuncheon and Gurye is around 381km (237 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 3h 35m.

9 routes found

We've found 9 different ways to get from Chuncheon to Gurye 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 GuryeChuncheon if you're planning a return trip.

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Train and Plane

Take the train to Wangsimni Station then fly from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) to Yosu (RSU) then take the train to Guryegu Station.

  • Duration3h 35m
  • Flight time55min
  • Typical cost
    ₩91,730($70)
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3 similiar routes

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Train

Take the train to Yongsan Station and then to Guryegu Station.

  • Duration3h 35m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩47,175($36)

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Bus

Take the bus to Jeonju and then to Gurye.

  • Duration5h 40m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    ₩38,005($29)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

1 similiar route

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Drive

Drive to Gurye-gun.

  • Duration3h 60m
  • Distance381km (237 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Chuncheon and Gurye

There are several options for getting from Chuncheon to Gurye by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩38,005 ($29) and will take around 5h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 3h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩91,730 ($70).

The distance between Chuncheon and Gurye is around 381km (237 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 299km (186 miles)

It takes around 3h 35m to get from Chuncheon and Gurye by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 60m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Chuncheon to Gurye is to take the train and then fly which takes around 3h 35m and will set you back approx ₩91,730 ($70).

The cheapest way to travel between Chuncheon and Gurye, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩38,005 ($29) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Chuncheon and Gurye. It typically takes around 3h 35m and departs every 4 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Chuncheon to Gurye. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Yongsan Station. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 3h 35m.

Korail, Korail Mugunghwa and Suseo High Speed Railway run train services between Chuncheon and Gurye. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 3h 35m, 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 Chuncheon and Gurye. It typically takes around 5h 40m and departs twice daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Chuncheon to Gurye. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Jeonju. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 5h 40m.

TxBus, Jeonbuk Express, bus Tago and Ko Bus run regular bus services between Chuncheon and Gurye. Buses run twice daily and take around 5h 40m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Chuncheon to Gurye. We recommend that you take the train to Wangsimni Station then fly from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) to Yosu (RSU) then take the train to Guryegu Station. instead which will take 3h 35m.

The closest major airport to Gurye is Yeosu Airport (RSU) (RSU) which is approximately 42km (26 miles) from Gurye. Daegu International Airport (TAE) (TAE) and Gimhae International Airport (PUS) (PUS) 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 Chuncheon and Gurye. The distance is around 381km (237 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 60m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Chuncheon to Gurye is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 35m and will usually cost around ₩47,175 ($36).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Chuncheon and Gurye

Transport options from Chuncheon to Gurye
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train and Plane + 3 similar
3h 35m
₩91,730($70)
every 2 hours489km (304 miles)
Train to Wangsimni Station, plane4h 20m
₩96,970($74)
4 times a day515km (320 miles)
Train, Plane and Bus4h 55m
₩79,935($61)
hourly471km (293 miles)
Train to Wangsimni Station, plane and bus5h 60m
₩81,245($62)
4 times a day629km (391 miles)
Train + 1 similar
3h 35m
₩47,175($36)
every 4 hours424km (264 miles)
Train via Yongsan Station3h 55m
₩40,625($31)
every 2 hours424km (264 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
5h 40m
₩38,005($29)
twice daily381km (237 miles)
Bus via Seoul Express Bus Terminal6h 20m
₩44,555($34)
hourly461km (287 miles)
Drive
3h 60m
₩74,695($57)
on demand381km (237 miles)

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Airports near Gurye

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

RSU
Yeosu Airport (RSU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
42km (26 miles) from Gurye
TAE
Daegu International Airport (TAE)
International Airport
Distance
132km (82 miles) from Gurye
PUS
Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
International Airport
Distance
135km (84 miles) from Gurye