How to travel from Gapyeong to Taean, South Korea

The distance between Gapyeong and Taean is around 390km (242 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 2h 55m.

9 routes found

We've found 9 different ways to get from Gapyeong to Taean by train, subway, bus, car, plane and taxi. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out TaeanGapyeong 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 Ulsan (USN).

  • Duration2h 55m
  • Flight time55min
  • Typical cost
    ₩136,285($105)
Operated by

Multiple operators

3 similiar routes

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Train

Take the train to Yongsan Station then Singyeongju Station and then to Taehwagang Station.

  • Duration3h 50m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩68,145($52)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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Bus

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

  • Duration5h 55m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩58,970($45)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Train to Sangbong Station, bus

Take the train to Sangbong Station and then to Ulsan Station then take the bus to S-Oil Corp.

  • Duration5h 10m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩62,900($48)
Operated by

Multiple operators

1 similiar route

We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.

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Drive

Drive to Taean.

  • Duration4h 25m
  • Distance390km (242 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gapyeong and Taean

There are several options for getting from Gapyeong to Taean by train, subway, bus, car, plane and taxi. The cheapest option is to take the underground, then take the train and then take the bus which costs around ₩58,970 ($45) and will take around 5h 15m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 2h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩136,285 ($105).

The distance between Gapyeong and Taean is around 390km (242 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 161km (100 miles)

It takes around 3h 50m to get from Gapyeong and Taean by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 4h 25m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Gapyeong to Taean is to take the train and then fly which takes around 2h 55m and will set you back approx ₩136,285 ($105).

The cheapest way to travel between Gapyeong and Taean, if you exclude driving, is to take the underground, then take the train and then take the bus which will typically cost around ₩58,970 ($45) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Gapyeong and Taean. It typically takes around 3h 50m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Gapyeong to Taean. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Yongsan Station, Gwangmyeong Station, Singyeongju Station, Taehwagang Station and Namchang Station. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 3h 50m.

Korail and Korail Mugunghwa run train services between Gapyeong and Taean. Trains depart hourly and will take around 3h 50m, 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 Taean. It typically takes around 5h 55m and departs every 4 hours.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Gapyeong to Taean. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Dong Seoul Bus Terminal and Ulsan. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 5h 55m.

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

The closest major airport to Taean is Incheon International Airport (ICN) (ICN) which is approximately 79km (49 miles) from Taean. Gunsan Airport (KUV) (KUV) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) (GMP) 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 Taean. The distance is around 390km (242 miles) by road and it will take around 4h 25m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gapyeong to Taean is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 50m and will usually cost around ₩68,145 ($52).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Gapyeong and Taean

Transport options from Gapyeong to Taean
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train and Plane + 3 similar
2h 55m
₩136,285($105)
hourly427km (265 miles)
Train to Wangsimni Station, plane3h 60m
₩82,555($63)
hourly490km (304 miles)
Train to Wangsimni Station, plane4h 25m
₩585,765($445)
hourly536km (333 miles)
Train, Plane and Taxi3h 45m
₩197,875($150)
hourly469km (291 miles)
Train
3h 50m
₩68,145($52)
hourly490km (304 miles)
Bus
5h 55m
₩58,970($45)
every 4 hours435km (270 miles)
Train to Sangbong Station, bus + 1 similar
5h 10m
₩62,900($48)
hourly458km (285 miles)
Train and Bus5h 15m
₩58,970($45)
hourly472km (293 miles)
Drive
4h 25m
₩76,005($58)
on demand390km (242 miles)

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Airports near Taean

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

ICN
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
International Airport
Distance
79km (49 miles) from Taean
KUV
Gunsan Airport (KUV)
Domestic Airport
Distance
98km (61 miles) from Taean
GMP
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
International Airport
Distance
101km (63 miles) from Taean