How to travel from Gangneung to Donghae, South Korea

The distance between Gangneung and Donghae is around 39km (24 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a taxi which takes around 34min.

4 routes found

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

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💰 Cheapest
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bus
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Bus

Take the bus to Donghae.

  • Duration38min
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩3,930($3)
2
train
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Train

Take the train to Mukho Station.

  • Duration50min
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    ₩15,725($12)
Operated by

Sea Train

+ 1 others
🚀 Fastest
3
taxi
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Taxi

Take a taxi to Donghae-si.

  • Duration34min
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    ₩58,970($45)
Operated by

Solhyang Call Taxi

+ 1 others
4
car
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Drive

Drive to Donghae-si.

  • Duration34min
  • Distance46km (29 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gangneung and Donghae

There are several options for getting from Gangneung to Donghae by bus, train, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩3,930 ($3) and will take around 38min. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a taxi and arrive in approximately 34min, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩58,970 ($45).

The distance between Gangneung and Donghae is around 39km (24 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 36km (22 miles)

It takes around 38min to get from Gangneung and Donghae by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 34min to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Gangneung to Donghae is to take a taxi which takes around 34min and will set you back approx ₩58,970 ($45).

The cheapest way to travel between Gangneung and Donghae, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩3,930 ($3) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Gangneung and Donghae. It typically takes around 50min and departs twice daily.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Gangneung and Donghae with no changeovers required. The train runs twice daily and takes 50min.

Sea Train and Korail run train services between Gangneung and Donghae. Trains depart twice daily and will take around 50min, 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 Gangneung and Donghae. It typically takes around 38min and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Gangneung and Donghae with no changeovers required. The bus runs hourly and takes 38min.

Gangneung Intercity Bus Terminal run regular bus services between Gangneung and Donghae. Buses run hourly and take around 38min on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Gangneung to Donghae. We recommend that you take the bus to Donghae. instead which will take 38min.

The closest major airport to Donghae is Yangyang International Airport (YNY) (YNY) which is approximately 74km (46 miles) from Donghae. Wonju Airport (WJU) (WJU) 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 Gangneung and Donghae. The distance is around 46km (29 miles) by road and it will take around 34min in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gangneung to Donghae is to take the bus which takes, on average, 38min and will usually cost around ₩3,930 ($3).

How do I get from Gangneung to Donghae

Compare travel optionsbetween Gangneung and Donghae

Transport options from Gangneung to Donghae
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
38min
₩3,930($3)
hourly42km (26 miles)
Train
50min
₩15,725($12)
twice daily39km (24 miles)
Taxi
34min
₩58,970($45)
on demand46km (29 miles)
Drive
34min
₩9,175($7)
on demand46km (29 miles)

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Airports near Donghae

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

YNY
Yangyang International Airport (YNY)
International Airport
Distance
74km (46 miles) from Donghae
WJU
Wonju Airport (WJU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
102km (64 miles) from Donghae
CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
168km (104 miles) from Donghae