How to travel from Gimcheon to Gimpo, South Korea

The distance between Gimcheon and Gimpo is around 264km (164 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 55m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Gimcheon to Gimpo by train, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train

Take the train to Daejeon Station and then to Seoul Station.

  • Duration3hrs
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩28,830($22)

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Train and Plane

Take the train to Gupo Station then fly from Gimhae (PUS) to Seoul Gimpo (GMP).

  • Duration3h 55m
  • Flight time1hr
  • Typical cost
    ₩65,520($50)
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Bus

Take the bus to Cheongju and then to Gimpo.

  • Duration4h 30m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₩31,450($24)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Drive

Drive to Gimpo-si.

  • Duration2h 55m
  • Distance269km (167 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gimcheon and Gimpo

There are several options for getting from Gimcheon to Gimpo by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₩28,830 ($22) and will take around 3hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩52,415 ($40).

The distance between Gimcheon and Gimpo is around 264km (164 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 207km (129 miles)

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

The quickest way to get from Gimcheon to Gimpo is to drive which takes around 2h 55m and will set you back approx ₩52,415 ($40).

The cheapest way to travel between Gimcheon and Gimpo, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₩28,830 ($22) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Gimcheon and Gimpo. It typically takes around 3hrs and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Gimcheon to Gimpo. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Daejeon Station, Seoul Station and Gimpo Airport. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 3hrs.

Korail Mugunghwa and Korail run train services between Gimcheon and Gimpo. Trains depart hourly and will take around 3hrs, 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 Gimcheon and Gimpo. It typically takes around 4h 30m and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Gimcheon to Gimpo. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Cheongju. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 4h 30m.

bus Tago and Cheongju Bus Terminal run regular bus services between Gimcheon and Gimpo. Buses run once daily and take around 4h 30m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Gimcheon to Gimpo. We recommend that you take the train to Gupo Station then fly from Gimhae (PUS) to Seoul Gimpo (GMP). instead which will take 3h 55m.

The closest major airport to Gimpo is Gimpo International Airport (GMP) (GMP) which is approximately 10km (6 miles) from Gimpo. Incheon International Airport (ICN) (ICN) and Wonju Airport (WJU) (WJU) 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 Gimcheon and Gimpo. The distance is around 269km (167 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 55m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gimcheon to Gimpo is to take the train which takes, on average, 3hrs and will usually cost around ₩28,830 ($22).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Gimcheon and Gimpo

Transport options from Gimcheon to Gimpo
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train + 1 similar
3hrs
₩28,830($22)
hourly279km (173 miles)
Train to Seoul Station3h 10m
₩31,450($24)
every 3 hours264km (164 miles)
Train and Plane
3h 55m
₩65,520($50)
hourly519km (323 miles)
Bus
4h 30m
₩31,450($24)
once daily277km (172 miles)
Drive
2h 55m
₩52,415($40)
on demand269km (167 miles)

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Airports near Gimpo

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

GMP
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
International Airport
Distance
10km (6 miles) from Gimpo
ICN
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
International Airport
Distance
30km (19 miles) from Gimpo
WJU
Wonju Airport (WJU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
112km (70 miles) from Gimpo