How to travel from Gapyeong to Yeosu, South Korea

The distance between Gapyeong and Yeosu is around 406km (253 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 2h 45m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Gapyeong to Yeosu 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 YeosuGapyeong 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 Yosu (RSU).

  • Duration2h 45m
  • Flight time55min
  • Typical cost
    ₩87,800($67)
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Train

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

  • Duration3h 35m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩53,730($41)
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Bus

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

  • Duration6h 30m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩51,105($39)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Drive

Drive to Yeosu.

  • Duration4h 20m
  • Distance406km (253 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gapyeong and Yeosu

There are several options for getting from Gapyeong to Yeosu by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩51,105 ($39) and will take around 6h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 2h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩87,800 ($67).

The distance between Gapyeong and Yeosu is around 406km (253 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 342km (213 miles)

It takes around 3h 35m to get from Gapyeong and Yeosu by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 4h 20m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Gapyeong to Yeosu is to take the train and then fly which takes around 2h 45m and will set you back approx ₩87,800 ($67).

The cheapest way to travel between Gapyeong and Yeosu, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩51,105 ($39) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Gapyeong and Yeosu. It typically takes around 3h 35m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Gapyeong to Yeosu. 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 3h 35m.

Korail and Korail Mugunghwa run train services between Gapyeong and Yeosu. Trains depart hourly and will take around 3h 35m, 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 Yeosu. It typically takes around 6h 30m and departs every 4 hours.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Gapyeong to Yeosu. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Dong Seoul Bus Terminal and Gwangju. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 6h 30m.

bus Tago and Ko Bus run regular bus services between Gapyeong and Yeosu. Buses run every 4 hours and take around 6h 30m 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 Yeosu. We recommend that you take the train to Wangsimni Station then fly from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) to Yosu (RSU). instead which will take 2h 45m.

The closest major airport to Yeosu is Yeosu Airport (RSU) (RSU) which is approximately 11km (7 miles) from Yeosu. Sacheon Airport (HIN) (HIN) and Gimhae International Airport (PUS) (PUS) 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 Yeosu. The distance is around 406km (253 miles) by road and it will take around 4h 20m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gapyeong to Yeosu is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 35m and will usually cost around ₩53,730 ($41).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Gapyeong and Yeosu

Transport options from Gapyeong to Yeosu
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train and Plane + 1 similar
2h 45m
₩87,800($67)
hourly411km (255 miles)
Train, Plane and Bus4h 45m
₩82,555($63)
hourly481km (299 miles)
Train
3h 35m
₩53,730($41)
hourly451km (280 miles)
Bus
6h 30m
₩51,105($39)
every 4 hours466km (289 miles)
Drive
4h 20m
₩78,625($60)
on demand406km (253 miles)

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Airports near Yeosu

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

RSU
Yeosu Airport (RSU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
11km (7 miles) from Yeosu
HIN
Sacheon Airport (HIN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
54km (34 miles) from Yeosu
PUS
Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
International Airport
Distance
127km (79 miles) from Yeosu