How to travel from Gimcheon to Yeosu, South Korea

The distance between Gimcheon and Yeosu is around 235km (146 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 35m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Gimcheon to Yeosu by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out YeosuGimcheon if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

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

  • Duration3h 30m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩38,005($29)

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Bus

Take the bus to Daejeon then Gwangju and then to Yeocheon.

  • Duration5h 10m
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    ₩39,315($30)
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Drive

Drive to Yeosu.

  • Duration2h 35m
  • Distance235km (146 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gimcheon and Yeosu

There are several options for getting from Gimcheon to Yeosu by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₩18,345 ($14) and will take around 4h 20m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩45,865 ($35).

The distance between Gimcheon and Yeosu is around 235km (146 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 158km (98 miles)

It takes around 3h 30m to get from Gimcheon and Yeosu by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 35m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Gimcheon to Yeosu is to drive which takes around 2h 35m and will set you back approx ₩45,865 ($35).

The cheapest way to travel between Gimcheon and Yeosu, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₩18,345 ($14) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Gimcheon and Yeosu. It typically takes around 3h 30m and departs every 3 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Gimcheon to Yeosu. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Daejeon Station and Osong Station. These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 3h 30m.

Korail Mugunghwa and Korail run train services between Gimcheon and Yeosu. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 3h 30m, 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 Yeosu. It typically takes around 5h 10m and departs 5 times a day.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Gimcheon to Yeosu. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Daejeon and Gwangju. These services run 5 times a day and will take a minimum of 5h 10m.

bus Tago and Ko Bus run regular bus services between Gimcheon and Yeosu. Buses run 5 times a day and take around 5h 10m 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 Yeosu. We recommend that you take the train to Daejeon Station and then to Yeocheon Station. instead which will take 3h 30m.

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 Gimcheon and Yeosu. The distance is around 235km (146 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 35m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gimcheon to Yeosu is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 30m and will usually cost around ₩38,005 ($29).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Gimcheon and Yeosu

Transport options from Gimcheon to Yeosu
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train + 1 similar
3h 30m
₩38,005($29)
every 3 hours383km (238 miles)
Train via Sintanjin Station4h 20m
₩18,345($14)
every 20 mins353km (219 miles)
Bus
5h 10m
₩39,315($30)
5 times a day365km (227 miles)
Drive
2h 35m
₩45,865($35)
on demand235km (146 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