How to travel from Gapyeong to Gwangju, South Korea

The distance between Gapyeong and Gwangju is around 351km (218 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 2h 55m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Gapyeong to Gwangju by train, 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 GwangjuGapyeong if you're planning a return trip.

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Train via Wangsimni Station

Take the train to Wangsimni Station and then to Gwangju Songjeong Station.

  • Duration2h 55m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩44,555($34)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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Train and Plane

Take the train to Wangsimni Station then fly from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) to Gwangju (KWJ).

  • Duration2h 55m
  • Flight time55min
  • Typical cost
    ₩68,145($52)
Operated by

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1 similiar route

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Bus

Take the bus to Dong Seoul Bus Terminal and then to Gwangju.

  • Duration5hrs
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩36,690($28)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Drive

Drive to Gwangju.

  • Duration3h 55m
  • Distance358km (223 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gapyeong and Gwangju

There are several options for getting from Gapyeong to Gwangju by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩36,690 ($28) and will take around 5hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and arrive in approximately 2h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩44,555 ($34).

The distance between Gapyeong and Gwangju is around 351km (218 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 303km (188 miles)

It takes around 2h 55m to get from Gapyeong and Gwangju by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 55m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Gapyeong to Gwangju is to take the train which takes around 2h 55m and will set you back approx ₩44,555 ($34).

The cheapest way to travel between Gapyeong and Gwangju, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩36,690 ($28) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Gapyeong and Gwangju. It typically takes around 2h 55m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Gapyeong to Gwangju. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Yongsan Station. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 2h 55m.

Korail, Korail Mugunghwa and Suseo High Speed Railway run train services between Gapyeong and Gwangju. Trains depart hourly and will take around 2h 55m, 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 Gwangju. It typically takes around 5hrs and departs every 4 hours.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Gapyeong to Gwangju. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Dong Seoul Bus Terminal. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 5hrs.

bus Tago and Ko Bus run regular bus services between Gapyeong and Gwangju. Buses run every 4 hours and take around 5hrs 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 Gwangju. We recommend that you take the train to Wangsimni Station then fly from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) to Gwangju (KWJ). instead which will take 2h 55m.

The closest major airport to Gwangju is Gwangju Airport (KWJ) (KWJ) which is approximately 4km (3 miles) from Gwangju. Daegu International Airport (TAE) (TAE) 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 Gapyeong and Gwangju. The distance is around 358km (223 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 55m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gapyeong to Gwangju is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 55m and will usually cost around ₩41,935 ($32).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Gapyeong and Gwangju

Transport options from Gapyeong to Gwangju
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train via Wangsimni Station + 1 similar
2h 55m
₩44,555($34)
hourly363km (226 miles)
Train2h 55m
₩41,935($32)
hourly373km (232 miles)
Train and Plane + 1 similar
2h 55m
₩68,145($52)
hourly368km (229 miles)
Train, Plane and Bus4h 50m
₩107,455($82)
every 4 hours558km (347 miles)
Bus
5hrs
₩36,690($28)
every 4 hours351km (218 miles)
Drive
3h 55m
₩69,455($53)
on demand358km (223 miles)

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Airports near Gwangju

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

KWJ
Gwangju Airport (KWJ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
4km (3 miles) from Gwangju
TAE
Daegu International Airport (TAE)
International Airport
Distance
181km (113 miles) from Gwangju
CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
183km (114 miles) from Gwangju