How to travel from Gangneung to Yeosu, South Korea

The distance between Gangneung and Yeosu is around 491km (305 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 3h 10m.

7 routes found

We've found 7 different ways to get from Gangneung to Yeosu by train, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train to Hoengseong Station, Fly

Take the train to Hoengseong Station then fly from Wonju (WJU) to Yosu (RSU).

  • Duration3h 10m
  • Flight time2hrs
  • Typical cost
    ₩165,115($125)
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Train

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

  • Duration4h 40m
  • Departsevery 2 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩66,830($51)
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Bus

Take the bus to Gwangju and then to Yeocheon.

  • Duration6h 30m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₩57,660($44)
Operated by

bus Tago

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Drive

Drive to Yeosu.

  • Duration5h 15m
  • Distance491km (305 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gangneung and Yeosu

There are several options for getting from Gangneung to Yeosu by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩52,415 ($40) and will take around 7h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 3h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩165,115 ($125).

The distance between Gangneung and Yeosu is around 491km (305 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 351km (218 miles)

It takes around 4h 40m to get from Gangneung and Yeosu by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 5h 15m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Gangneung to Yeosu is to take the train and then fly which takes around 3h 10m and will set you back approx ₩165,115 ($125).

The cheapest way to travel between Gangneung and Yeosu, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩52,415 ($40) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Gangneung and Yeosu. It typically takes around 4h 40m and departs every 2 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Gangneung to Yeosu. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Seoul Station and Gwangmyeong Station. These services run every 2 hours and will take a minimum of 4h 40m.

Korail run train services between Gangneung and Yeosu. Trains depart every 2 hours and will take around 4h 40m, 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 Yeosu. It typically takes around 6h 30m and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Gangneung to Yeosu. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Gwangju. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 6h 30m.

bus Tago, Ko Bus and Easy Ticket run regular bus services between Gangneung and Yeosu. Buses run once daily and take around 6h 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 Yeosu. We recommend that you take the train to Seoul Station then fly from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) to Yosu (RSU). instead which will take 3h 35m.

The closest major airport to Yeosu is Yeosu Airport (RSU) (RSU) which is approximately 11km (7 miles) from Yeosu. Sacheon Airport (HIN) (HIN) and Gimhae International Airport (PUS) (PUS) 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 Yeosu. The distance is around 491km (305 miles) by road and it will take around 5h 15m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gangneung to Yeosu is to take the train which takes, on average, 4h 40m and will usually cost around ₩66,830 ($51).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Gangneung and Yeosu

Transport options from Gangneung to Yeosu
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train to Hoengseong Station, Fly + 2 similar
3h 10m
₩165,115($125)
every 3 hours755km (469 miles)
Train and Plane3h 35m
₩115,320($88)
hourly565km (351 miles)
Train, Plane and Bus5h 30m
₩96,970($74)
hourly635km (395 miles)
Train
4h 40m
₩66,830($51)
every 2 hours607km (377 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
6h 30m
₩57,660($44)
once daily556km (345 miles)
Bus via Seoul Express Bus Terminal7h 10m
₩52,415($40)
hourly561km (349 miles)
Drive
5h 15m
₩95,660($73)
on demand491km (305 miles)

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Airports near Yeosu

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

RSU
Yeosu Airport (RSU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
11km (7 miles) from Yeosu
HIN
Sacheon Airport (HIN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
54km (34 miles) from Yeosu
PUS
Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
International Airport
Distance
127km (79 miles) from Yeosu