How to travel from Donghae to Paju, South Korea

The distance between Donghae and Paju is around 286km (177 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 3h 10m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Donghae to Paju by train, subway, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Train

Take the train to Cheongnyangni Station and then to Paju Station.

  • Duration3h 25m
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    ₩38,005($29)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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Bus

Take the bus to Seoul Express Bus Terminal and then to Sinseonggyo Garage.

  • Duration4h 35m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩52,415($40)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

💰 Cheapest
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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Chuncheon then take the train to Mangu Station and then to Paju Station.

  • Duration6h 10m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩36,690($28)
Operated by

Multiple operators

🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Paju.

  • Duration3h 10m
  • Distance286km (177 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Donghae and Paju

There are several options for getting from Donghae to Paju by train, subway, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the underground which costs around ₩36,690 ($28) and will take around 6h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 3h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩56,350 ($43).

The distance between Donghae and Paju is around 286km (177 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 208km (129 miles)

It takes around 3h 25m to get from Donghae and Paju by train and subway. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 10m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Donghae to Paju is to drive which takes around 3h 10m and will set you back approx ₩56,350 ($43).

The cheapest way to travel between Donghae and Paju, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the underground which will typically cost around ₩36,690 ($28) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Donghae and Paju. It typically takes around 3h 25m and departs 5 times a day.

There are no direct train services that runs from Donghae to Paju. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Cheongnyangni Station and Paju Station. These services run 5 times a day and will take a minimum of 3h 25m.

Korail and Seoul Metro run train services between Donghae and Paju. Trains depart 5 times a day and will take around 3h 25m, 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 Donghae and Paju. It typically takes around 4h 35m and departs hourly.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Donghae to Paju. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Seoul Express Bus Terminal, Dangsan Station, Hapjeong Station and Sinseonggyo Garage. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 4h 35m.

Ko Bus and Sinseong Bus Corporation run regular bus services between Donghae and Paju. Buses run hourly and take around 4h 35m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Donghae to Paju. We recommend that you take the train to Cheongnyangni Station and then to Paju Station. instead which will take 3h 25m.

The closest major airport to Paju is Gimpo International Airport (GMP) (GMP) which is approximately 22km (14 miles) from Paju. Incheon International Airport (ICN) (ICN) and Wonju Airport (WJU) (WJU) 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 Donghae and Paju. The distance is around 286km (177 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 Donghae to Paju is to take the train and then take the underground which takes, on average, 3h 25m and will usually cost around ₩38,005 ($29).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Donghae and Paju

Transport options from Donghae to Paju
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
3h 25m
₩38,005($29)
5 times a day300km (187 miles)
Bus
4h 35m
₩52,415($40)
hourly315km (196 miles)
Bus and Train
6h 10m
₩36,690($28)
hourly339km (211 miles)
Drive
3h 10m
₩56,350($43)
on demand286km (177 miles)

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Airports near Paju

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

GMP
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
International Airport
Distance
22km (14 miles) from Paju
ICN
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
International Airport
Distance
45km (28 miles) from Paju
WJU
Wonju Airport (WJU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
110km (69 miles) from Paju