How to travel from Gapyeong to Pohang, South Korea

The distance between Gapyeong and Pohang is around 334km (208 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 2h 50m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Gapyeong to Pohang 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 PohangGapyeong if you're planning a return trip.

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Train and Plane

Take the train to Wangsimni Station then fly from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) to Pohang (KPO).

  • Duration2h 50m
  • Flight time1hr
  • Typical cost
    ₩102,215($78)
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Train

Take the train to Hoegi Station and then to Pohong Station.

  • Duration3h 20m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩47,175($36)
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Bus

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

  • Duration5h 50m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩40,625($31)
Operated by

bus Tago

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Drive

Drive to Pohong station.

  • Duration3h 45m
  • Distance334km (208 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gapyeong and Pohang

There are several options for getting from Gapyeong to Pohang by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩40,625 ($31) and will take around 5h 50m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 2h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩102,215 ($78).

The distance between Gapyeong and Pohang is around 334km (208 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 255km (158 miles)

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

The quickest way to get from Gapyeong to Pohang is to take the train and then fly which takes around 2h 50m and will set you back approx ₩102,215 ($78).

The cheapest way to travel between Gapyeong and Pohang, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩40,625 ($31) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Gapyeong and Pohang. It typically takes around 3h 20m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Gapyeong to Pohang. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Hoegi Station and Seoul Station. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 3h 20m.

Korail run train services between Gapyeong and Pohang. Trains depart hourly and will take around 3h 20m, 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 Pohang. It typically takes around 5h 50m and departs every 4 hours.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Gapyeong to Pohang. 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 5h 50m.

bus Tago run regular bus services between Gapyeong and Pohang. Buses run every 4 hours and take around 5h 50m 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 Pohang. We recommend that you take the train to Wangsimni Station then fly from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) to Pohang (KPO). instead which will take 2h 50m.

The closest major airport to Pohang is Pohang Airport (KPO) (KPO) which is approximately 13km (8 miles) from Pohang. Ulsan Airport (USN) (USN) and Daegu International Airport (TAE) (TAE) 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 Pohang. The distance is around 334km (208 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 45m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gapyeong to Pohang is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 20m and will usually cost around ₩47,175 ($36).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Gapyeong and Pohang

Transport options from Gapyeong to Pohang
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train and Plane + 2 similar
2h 50m
₩102,215($78)
hourly391km (243 miles)
Train, Plane and Bus4h 35m
₩74,695($57)
hourly534km (332 miles)
Train to Wangsimni Station, plane and bus4h 55m
₩577,900($440)
hourly581km (361 miles)
Train
3h 20m
₩47,175($36)
hourly433km (269 miles)
Bus
5h 50m
₩40,625($31)
every 4 hours376km (234 miles)
Drive
3h 45m
₩65,520($50)
on demand334km (208 miles)

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Airports near Pohang

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

KPO
Pohang Airport (KPO)
Domestic Airport
Distance
13km (8 miles) from Pohang
USN
Ulsan Airport (USN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
53km (33 miles) from Pohang
TAE
Daegu International Airport (TAE)
International Airport
Distance
66km (41 miles) from Pohang