How to travel from Gangneung to Goyang, South Korea

The distance between Gangneung and Goyang is around 242km (150 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then take the underground which takes around 2h 25m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Gangneung to Goyang by train, subway, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train

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

  • Duration2h 25m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩24,900($19)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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Bus

Take the bus to Gimpo Airport.

  • Duration4hrs
  • Departs4 times a day
  • Typical cost
    ₩32,760($25)
Operated by

bus Tago

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Drive

Drive to Goyang.

  • Duration2h 35m
  • Distance242km (150 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gangneung and Goyang

There are several options for getting from Gangneung to Goyang by train, subway, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take the underground which costs around ₩24,900 ($19) and will take around 2h 25m.

The distance between Gangneung and Goyang is around 242km (150 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 180km (112 miles)

It takes around 2h 25m to get from Gangneung and Goyang by train and subway. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 35m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Gangneung to Goyang is to take the train and then take the underground which takes around 2h 25m and will set you back approx ₩24,900 ($19).

The cheapest way to travel between Gangneung and Goyang, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then take the underground which will typically cost around ₩24,900 ($19) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Gangneung and Goyang. It typically takes around 2h 25m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Gangneung to Goyang. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Cheongnyangni Station. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 2h 25m.

Korail and Seoul Metro run train services between Gangneung and Goyang. Trains depart hourly and will take around 2h 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 Gangneung and Goyang. It typically takes around 4hrs and departs 4 times a day.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Gangneung to Goyang. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Gimpo Airport. These services run 4 times a day and will take a minimum of 4hrs.

bus Tago run regular bus services between Gangneung and Goyang. Buses run 4 times a day and take around 4hrs 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 Goyang. We recommend that you take the train to Cheongnyangni Station and then to Goksan Station. instead which will take 2h 25m.

The closest major airport to Goyang is Gimpo International Airport (GMP) (GMP) which is approximately 11km (7 miles) from Goyang. 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 Gangneung and Goyang. The distance is around 242km (150 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 35m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gangneung to Goyang is to take the train and then take the underground which takes, on average, 2h 25m and will usually cost around ₩24,900 ($19).

How do I get from Gangneung to Goyang

Compare travel optionsbetween Gangneung and Goyang

Transport options from Gangneung to Goyang
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 25m
₩24,900($19)
hourly244km (152 miles)
Bus
4hrs
₩32,760($25)
4 times a day244km (152 miles)
Drive
2h 35m
₩47,175($36)
on demand242km (150 miles)

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Airports near Goyang

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

GMP
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
International Airport
Distance
11km (7 miles) from Goyang
ICN
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
International Airport
Distance
41km (25 miles) from Goyang
WJU
Wonju Airport (WJU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
103km (64 miles) from Goyang