How to travel from Chuncheon to Hwaseong, South Korea

The distance between Chuncheon and Hwaseong is around 143km (89 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a taxi which takes around 1h 40m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Chuncheon to Hwaseong by train, bus, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Bus via Seoul Express Bus Terminal

Take the bus to Seoul Express Bus Terminal and then to The Shrine of Our Lady of the Rosary.

  • Duration2h 40m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩13,105($10)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Train and Bus

Take the train to Ichon Station then take the bus to The Shrine of Our Lady of the Rosary.

  • Duration2h 15m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩13,105($10)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Taxi

Take a taxi to Hwaseong-si.

  • Duration1h 40m
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    ₩196,565($150)
Operated by

Smile Call Taxi

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Drive

Drive to Hwaseong-si.

  • Duration1h 40m
  • Distance148km (92 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Chuncheon and Hwaseong

There are several options for getting from Chuncheon to Hwaseong by train, bus, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩10,485 ($8) and will take around 2h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a taxi and arrive in approximately 1h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩196,565 ($150).

The distance between Chuncheon and Hwaseong is around 143km (89 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 109km (68 miles)

It takes around 2h 15m to get from Chuncheon and Hwaseong by train and bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 40m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Chuncheon to Hwaseong is to take a taxi which takes around 1h 40m and will set you back approx ₩196,565 ($150).

The cheapest way to travel between Chuncheon and Hwaseong, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩10,485 ($8) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Chuncheon and Hwaseong. We recommend that you take a taxi to Hwaseong-si. instead which will take 1h 40m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Chuncheon and Hwaseong. It typically takes around 2h 45m and departs hourly.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Chuncheon to Hwaseong. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in East Seoul Bus Terminal and Sadang Station. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 2h 45m.

TxBus, bus Tago and Easy Ticket run regular bus services between Chuncheon and Hwaseong. Buses run hourly and take around 2h 45m 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 Hwaseong. We recommend that you take the train to Ichon Station then take the bus to The Shrine of Our Lady of the Rosary. instead which will take 2h 15m.

The closest major airport to Hwaseong is Gimpo International Airport (GMP) (GMP) which is approximately 40km (25 miles) from Hwaseong. Incheon International Airport (ICN) (ICN) and Cheongju International Airport (CJJ) (CJJ) 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 Hwaseong. The distance is around 148km (92 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 40m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Chuncheon to Hwaseong is to take the train and then take the bus which takes, on average, 2h 15m and will usually cost around ₩13,105 ($10).

How do I get from Chuncheon to Hwaseong

Compare travel optionsbetween Chuncheon and Hwaseong

Transport options from Chuncheon to Hwaseong
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus via Seoul Express Bus Terminal + 1 similar
2h 40m
₩13,105($10)
hourly143km (89 miles)
Bus2h 45m
₩10,485($8)
hourly143km (89 miles)
Train and Bus
2h 15m
₩13,105($10)
hourly144km (90 miles)
Taxi
1h 40m
₩196,565($150)
on demand148km (92 miles)
Drive
1h 40m
₩23,590($18)
on demand148km (92 miles)

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Airports near Hwaseong

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

GMP
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
International Airport
Distance
40km (25 miles) from Hwaseong
ICN
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
International Airport
Distance
44km (27 miles) from Hwaseong
CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
79km (49 miles) from Hwaseong