How to travel from Gapyeong to Gimcheon, South Korea

The distance between Gapyeong and Gimcheon is around 239km (149 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 50m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Gapyeong to Gimcheon by train, subway, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Train

Take the train to Yongsan Station then Daejeon Station and then to Gimcheon Station.

  • Duration3h 10m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩31,450($24)

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3 x bus
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Bus

Take the bus to Dong Seoul Bus Terminal then Daejeon and then to Gimcheon.

  • Duration4h 40m
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    ₩31,450($24)
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Train and Plane

Take the train to Wangsimni Station then fly from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) to Gimhae (PUS) then take the train to Gimcheon Station.

  • Duration5h 15m
  • Flight time1hr
  • Typical cost
    ₩72,075($55)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Gimcheon.

  • Duration2h 50m
  • Distance239km (149 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gapyeong and Gimcheon

There are several options for getting from Gapyeong to Gimcheon by train, subway, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the underground and then take the train which costs around ₩30,140 ($23) and will take around 3h 60m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩47,175 ($36).

The distance between Gapyeong and Gimcheon is around 239km (149 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 197km (123 miles)

It takes around 3h 10m to get from Gapyeong and Gimcheon by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 50m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Gapyeong to Gimcheon is to drive which takes around 2h 50m and will set you back approx ₩47,175 ($36).

The cheapest way to travel between Gapyeong and Gimcheon, if you exclude driving, is to take the underground and then take the train which will typically cost around ₩30,140 ($23) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Gapyeong and Gimcheon. It typically takes around 3h 10m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Gapyeong to Gimcheon. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Yongsan Station, Gwangmyeong Station and Daejeon Station. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 3h 10m.

Korail, Korail Mugunghwa and Seoul Metro run train services between Gapyeong and Gimcheon. Trains depart hourly and will take around 3h 10m, 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 Gapyeong and Gimcheon. It typically takes around 4h 40m and departs 5 times a day.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Gapyeong to Gimcheon. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Dong Seoul Bus Terminal and Daejeon. These services run 5 times a day and will take a minimum of 4h 40m.

bus Tago, Ko Bus, TxBus and Cheongju Bus Terminal run regular bus services between Gapyeong and Gimcheon. Buses run 5 times a day and take around 4h 40m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Gapyeong to Gimcheon. We recommend that you take the train to Wangsimni Station then fly from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) to Gimhae (PUS) then take the train to Gimcheon Station. instead which will take 5h 15m.

The closest major airport to Gimcheon is Daegu International Airport (TAE) (TAE) which is approximately 53km (33 miles) from Gimcheon. Cheongju International Airport (CJJ) (CJJ) and Sacheon Airport (HIN) (HIN) 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 Gapyeong and Gimcheon. The distance is around 239km (149 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 50m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gapyeong to Gimcheon is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 10m and will usually cost around ₩31,450 ($24).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Gapyeong and Gimcheon

Transport options from Gapyeong to Gimcheon
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train + 1 similar
3h 10m
₩31,450($24)
hourly313km (194 miles)
Train via Hoegi Station3h 60m
₩30,140($23)
every 3 hours297km (184 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
4h 40m
₩31,450($24)
5 times a day294km (182 miles)
Bus via Dong Seoul Bus Terminal5h 20m
₩32,760($25)
once daily297km (184 miles)
Train and Plane
5h 15m
₩72,075($55)
hourly597km (371 miles)
Drive
2h 50m
₩47,175($36)
on demand239km (149 miles)

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Airports near Gimcheon

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

TAE
Daegu International Airport (TAE)
International Airport
Distance
53km (33 miles) from Gimcheon
CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
87km (54 miles) from Gimcheon
HIN
Sacheon Airport (HIN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
115km (71 miles) from Gimcheon