How to travel from Gangneung to Pohang, South Korea

The distance between Gangneung and Pohang is around 230km (143 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 3hrs.

3 routes found

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

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

💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Pohang.

  • Duration4hrs
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩27,520($21)
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Train

Take the train to Seoul Station and then to Pohong Station.

  • Duration4h 25m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩64,210($49)
🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Pohong station.

  • Duration3hrs
  • Distance230km (143 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gangneung and Pohang

There are several options for getting from Gangneung to Pohang by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩27,520 ($21) and will take around 4hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 3hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩44,555 ($34).

The distance between Gangneung and Pohang is around 230km (143 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 192km (119 miles)

It takes around 4hrs to get from Gangneung and Pohang by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3hrs to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Gangneung to Pohang is to drive which takes around 3hrs and will set you back approx ₩44,555 ($34).

The cheapest way to travel between Gangneung and Pohang, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩27,520 ($21) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Gangneung and Pohang. It typically takes around 4h 25m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Gangneung to Pohang. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Seoul Station. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 4h 25m.

Korail run train services between Gangneung and Pohang. Trains depart hourly and will take around 4h 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 Pohang. It typically takes around 4hrs and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Gangneung and Pohang with no changeovers required. The bus runs hourly and takes 4hrs.

Gangneung Intercity Bus Terminal run regular bus services between Gangneung and Pohang. Buses run hourly 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 Pohang. We recommend that you take the bus to Pohang. instead which will take 4hrs.

The closest major airport to Pohang is Pohang Airport (KPO) (KPO) which is approximately 13km (8 miles) from Pohang. Ulsan Airport (USN) (USN) and Daegu International Airport (TAE) (TAE) 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 Pohang. The distance is around 230km (143 miles) by road and it will take around 3hrs in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gangneung to Pohang is to take the bus which takes, on average, 4hrs and will usually cost around ₩27,520 ($21).

How do I get from Gangneung to Pohang

Compare travel optionsbetween Gangneung and Pohang

Transport options from Gangneung to Pohang
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
4hrs
₩27,520($21)
hourly237km (147 miles)
Train
4h 25m
₩64,210($49)
hourly591km (367 miles)
Drive
3hrs
₩44,555($34)
on demand230km (143 miles)

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Airports near Pohang

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

KPO
Pohang Airport (KPO)
Domestic Airport
Distance
13km (8 miles) from Pohang
USN
Ulsan Airport (USN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
53km (33 miles) from Pohang
TAE
Daegu International Airport (TAE)
International Airport
Distance
66km (41 miles) from Pohang