How to travel from Gangneung to Seongnam, South Korea

The distance between Gangneung and Seongnam is around 189km (117 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a taxi which takes around 2hrs.

4 routes found

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

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

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Train

Take the train to Cheongnyangni Station.

  • Duration2h 15m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩24,900($19)
💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Seongnam.

  • Duration2h 30m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩18,345($14)
🚀 Fastest
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taxi
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Taxi

Take a taxi to Seongnam-si.

  • Duration2hrs
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    ₩235,880($180)
Operated by

Solhyang Call Taxi

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Drive

Drive to Seongnam-si.

  • Duration2hrs
  • Distance189km (117 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gangneung and Seongnam

There are several options for getting from Gangneung to Seongnam by bus, train, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩18,345 ($14) and will take around 2h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a taxi and arrive in approximately 2hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩235,880 ($180).

The distance between Gangneung and Seongnam is around 189km (117 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 159km (99 miles)

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

The quickest way to get from Gangneung to Seongnam is to take a taxi which takes around 2hrs and will set you back approx ₩235,880 ($180).

The cheapest way to travel between Gangneung and Seongnam, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩18,345 ($14) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Gangneung and Seongnam. It typically takes around 2h 15m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Gangneung to Seongnam. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Cheongnyangni Station and Wangsimni Station. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 2h 15m.

Korail run train services between Gangneung and Seongnam. Trains depart hourly and will take around 2h 15m, 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 Seongnam. It typically takes around 2h 30m and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Gangneung and Seongnam with no changeovers required. The bus runs hourly and takes 2h 30m.

Gangneung Intercity Bus Terminal run regular bus services between Gangneung and Seongnam. Buses run hourly and take around 2h 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 Seongnam. We recommend that you take the bus to Seongnam. instead which will take 2h 30m.

The closest major airport to Seongnam is Gimpo International Airport (GMP) (GMP) which is approximately 32km (20 miles) from Seongnam. 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 Seongnam. The distance is around 189km (117 miles) by road and it will take around 2hrs in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gangneung to Seongnam is to take the bus which takes, on average, 2h 30m and will usually cost around ₩18,345 ($14).

How do I get from Gangneung to Seongnam

Compare travel optionsbetween Gangneung and Seongnam

Transport options from Gangneung to Seongnam
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 15m
₩24,900($19)
hourly234km (145 miles)
Bus
2h 30m
₩18,345($14)
hourly189km (117 miles)
Taxi
2hrs
₩235,880($180)
on demand189km (117 miles)
Drive
2hrs
₩36,690($28)
on demand189km (117 miles)

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Airports near Seongnam

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

GMP
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
International Airport
Distance
32km (20 miles) from Seongnam
ICN
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
International Airport
Distance
60km (37 miles) from Seongnam
WJU
Wonju Airport (WJU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
74km (46 miles) from Seongnam