How to travel from Gangneung to Pyeongtaek, South Korea

The distance between Gangneung and Pyeongtaek is around 222km (138 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 30m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Gangneung to Pyeongtaek by bus, train 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 Seoul Station and then to Pyeongtaek Station.

  • Duration3hrs
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩28,830($22)
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Bus

Take the bus to Pyeongtaek.

  • Duration3h 30m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    ₩22,275($17)

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Drive

Drive to Pyeongtaek.

  • Duration2h 30m
  • Distance222km (138 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gangneung and Pyeongtaek

There are several options for getting from Gangneung to Pyeongtaek by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩22,275 ($17) and will take around 3h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩43,245 ($33).

The distance between Gangneung and Pyeongtaek is around 222km (138 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 179km (112 miles)

It takes around 3h 30m to get from Gangneung and Pyeongtaek by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 30m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Gangneung to Pyeongtaek is to drive which takes around 2h 30m and will set you back approx ₩43,245 ($33).

The cheapest way to travel between Gangneung and Pyeongtaek, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩22,275 ($17) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Gangneung and Pyeongtaek. It typically takes around 3hrs and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Gangneung to Pyeongtaek. 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 3hrs.

Korail and Korail Mugunghwa run train services between Gangneung and Pyeongtaek. Trains depart hourly and will take around 3hrs, 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 Pyeongtaek. It typically takes around 3h 30m and departs every 20 mins.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Gangneung and Pyeongtaek with no changeovers required. The bus runs every 20 mins and takes 3h 30m.

Gangneung Intercity Bus Terminal and Ko Bus run regular bus services between Gangneung and Pyeongtaek. Buses run every 20 mins and take around 3h 30m 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 Pyeongtaek. We recommend that you take the bus to Pyeongtaek. instead which will take 3h 30m.

The closest major airport to Pyeongtaek is Cheongju International Airport (CJJ) (CJJ) which is approximately 47km (29 miles) from Pyeongtaek. Gimpo International Airport (GMP) (GMP) and Incheon International Airport (ICN) (ICN) 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 Pyeongtaek. The distance is around 222km (138 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 30m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gangneung to Pyeongtaek is to take the bus which takes, on average, 3h 30m and will usually cost around ₩22,275 ($17).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Gangneung and Pyeongtaek

Transport options from Gangneung to Pyeongtaek
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
3hrs
₩28,830($22)
hourly296km (184 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
3h 30m
₩22,275($17)
every 20 mins240km (149 miles)
Bus via Seoul Express Bus Terminal3h 45m
₩26,210($20)
hourly276km (171 miles)
Drive
2h 30m
₩43,245($33)
on demand222km (138 miles)

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Airports near Pyeongtaek

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

CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
47km (29 miles) from Pyeongtaek
GMP
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
International Airport
Distance
68km (42 miles) from Pyeongtaek
ICN
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
International Airport
Distance
76km (47 miles) from Pyeongtaek