How to travel from Gapyeong to Jeongeup, South Korea

The distance between Gapyeong and Jeongeup is around 299km (186 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 2h 45m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Gapyeong to Jeongeup 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 JeongeupGapyeong if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Yongsan Station and then to Jeongeup Station.

  • Duration2h 45m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩48,485($37)
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Train and Plane

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

  • Duration3h 15m
  • Flight time55min
  • Typical cost
    ₩86,490($66)
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Bus

Take the bus to Dong Seoul Bus Terminal then Jeonju and then to Jeongeup.

  • Duration5h 35m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩47,175($36)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Train and Bus

Take the train to Sangbong Station then take the bus to Jeongeup.

  • Duration4h 30m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩39,315($30)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Jeongeup.

  • Duration3h 20m
  • Distance299km (186 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gapyeong and Jeongeup

There are several options for getting from Gapyeong to Jeongeup by train, subway, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the underground and then take the bus which costs around ₩39,315 ($30) and will take around 4h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and arrive in approximately 2h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩48,485 ($37).

The distance between Gapyeong and Jeongeup is around 299km (186 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 258km (160 miles)

It takes around 2h 45m to get from Gapyeong and Jeongeup by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 20m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Gapyeong to Jeongeup is to take the train which takes around 2h 45m and will set you back approx ₩48,485 ($37).

The cheapest way to travel between Gapyeong and Jeongeup, if you exclude driving, is to take the underground and then take the bus which will typically cost around ₩39,315 ($30) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Gapyeong and Jeongeup. It typically takes around 2h 45m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Gapyeong to Jeongeup. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Yongsan Station and Jeongeup Station. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 2h 45m.

Korail and Korail Mugunghwa run train services between Gapyeong and Jeongeup. Trains depart hourly and will take around 2h 45m, 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 Jeongeup. It typically takes around 5h 35m and departs every 3 hours.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Gapyeong to Jeongeup. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Dong Seoul Bus Terminal, Jeonju, Jeonju and Jeongeup. These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 5h 35m.

bus Tago, Easy Ticket and Jeonbuk Express run regular bus services between Gapyeong and Jeongeup. Buses run every 3 hours and take around 5h 35m 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 Jeongeup. We recommend that you take the train to Wangsimni Station then fly from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) to Gwangju (KWJ) then take the train to Jeongeup Station. instead which will take 3h 15m.

The closest major airport to Jeongeup is Gunsan Airport (KUV) (KUV) which is approximately 42km (26 miles) from Jeongeup. Gwangju Airport (KWJ) (KWJ) 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 Jeongeup. The distance is around 299km (186 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 20m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gapyeong to Jeongeup is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 45m and will usually cost around ₩48,485 ($37).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Gapyeong and Jeongeup

Transport options from Gapyeong to Jeongeup
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 45m
₩48,485($37)
hourly332km (206 miles)
Train and Plane
3h 15m
₩86,490($66)
hourly421km (261 miles)
Bus
5h 35m
₩47,175($36)
every 3 hours323km (201 miles)
Train and Bus
4h 30m
₩39,315($30)
hourly316km (197 miles)
Drive
3h 20m
₩58,970($45)
on demand299km (186 miles)

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Airports near Jeongeup

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

KUV
Gunsan Airport (KUV)
Domestic Airport
Distance
42km (26 miles) from Jeongeup
KWJ
Gwangju Airport (KWJ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
49km (30 miles) from Jeongeup
CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
140km (87 miles) from Jeongeup