How to travel from Gangneung to Suwon, South Korea

The distance between Gangneung and Suwon is around 209km (130 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 15m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Gangneung to Suwon 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 SuwonGangneung if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

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

  • Duration2h 30m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩30,140($23)
💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Suwon.

  • Duration2h 40m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩19,655($15)
Operated by

TxBus

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🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Suwon.

  • Duration2h 15m
  • Distance209km (130 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gangneung and Suwon

There are several options for getting from Gangneung to Suwon by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩19,655 ($15) and will take around 2h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩40,625 ($31).

The distance between Gangneung and Suwon is around 209km (130 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 174km (108 miles)

It takes around 2h 40m to get from Gangneung and Suwon by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 15m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Gangneung to Suwon is to drive which takes around 2h 15m and will set you back approx ₩40,625 ($31).

The cheapest way to travel between Gangneung and Suwon, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩19,655 ($15) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Gangneung and Suwon. It typically takes around 2h 30m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Gangneung to Suwon. 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 2h 30m.

Korail and Korail Mugunghwa run train services between Gangneung and Suwon. Trains depart hourly and will take around 2h 30m, 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 Suwon. It typically takes around 2h 40m and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Gangneung and Suwon with no changeovers required. The bus runs hourly and takes 2h 40m.

TxBus and Gangneung Intercity Bus Terminal run regular bus services between Gangneung and Suwon. Buses run hourly and take around 2h 40m 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 Suwon. We recommend that you take the bus to Suwon. instead which will take 2h 40m.

The closest major airport to Suwon is Gimpo International Airport (GMP) (GMP) which is approximately 37km (23 miles) from Suwon. Incheon International Airport (ICN) (ICN) 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 Suwon. The distance is around 209km (130 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 15m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gangneung to Suwon is to take the bus which takes, on average, 2h 40m and will usually cost around ₩19,655 ($15).

How do I get from Gangneung to Suwon

Compare travel optionsbetween Gangneung and Suwon

Transport options from Gangneung to Suwon
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 30m
₩30,140($23)
hourly263km (163 miles)
Bus
2h 40m
₩19,655($15)
hourly213km (132 miles)
Drive
2h 15m
₩40,625($31)
on demand209km (130 miles)

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Airports near Suwon

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

GMP
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
International Airport
Distance
37km (23 miles) from Suwon
ICN
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
International Airport
Distance
53km (33 miles) from Suwon
CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
75km (46 miles) from Suwon