How to travel from Gimhae to Andong, South Korea

The distance between Gimhae and Andong is around 188km (117 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 10m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Gimhae to Andong by bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Train

Take the train to Singyeongju Station and then to Andong Station.

  • Duration2h 30m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    ₩20,965($16)
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Multiple train operators

💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Andong.

  • Duration3hrs
  • Departs4 times a day
  • Typical cost
    ₩17,035($13)
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Drive

Drive to Andong.

  • Duration2h 10m
  • Distance188km (117 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gimhae and Andong

There are several options for getting from Gimhae to Andong by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩17,035 ($13) and will take around 3hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩36,690 ($28).

The distance between Gimhae and Andong is around 188km (117 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 151km (94 miles)

It takes around 3hrs to get from Gimhae and Andong by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 10m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Gimhae to Andong is to drive which takes around 2h 10m and will set you back approx ₩36,690 ($28).

The cheapest way to travel between Gimhae and Andong, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩17,035 ($13) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Gimhae and Andong. It typically takes around 2h 30m and departs every 20 mins.

There are no direct train services that runs from Gimhae to Andong. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Daejeo Station, Gupo Station, Busan Station and Singyeongju Station. These services run every 20 mins and will take a minimum of 2h 30m.

Suseo High Speed Railway, Korail and Korail Mugunghwa run train services between Gimhae and Andong. Trains depart every 20 mins and will take around 2h 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 Gimhae and Andong. It typically takes around 3hrs and departs 4 times a day.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Gimhae to Andong. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Masan. These services run 4 times a day and will take a minimum of 3hrs.

Masan Intercity Bus Terminal run regular bus services between Gimhae and Andong. Buses run 4 times a day and take around 3hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Gimhae to Andong. We recommend that you take the bus to Andong. instead which will take 3hrs.

The closest major airport to Andong is Daegu International Airport (TAE) (TAE) which is approximately 75km (47 miles) from Andong. Pohang Airport (KPO) (KPO) and Cheongju International Airport (CJJ) (CJJ) 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 Gimhae and Andong. The distance is around 188km (117 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 10m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gimhae to Andong is to take the bus which takes, on average, 3hrs and will usually cost around ₩17,035 ($13).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Gimhae and Andong

Transport options from Gimhae to Andong
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 30m
₩20,965($16)
every 20 mins228km (142 miles)
Bus
3hrs
₩17,035($13)
4 times a day218km (136 miles)
Drive
2h 10m
₩36,690($28)
on demand188km (117 miles)

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Airports near Andong

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

TAE
Daegu International Airport (TAE)
International Airport
Distance
75km (47 miles) from Andong
KPO
Pohang Airport (KPO)
Domestic Airport
Distance
95km (59 miles) from Andong
CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
107km (66 miles) from Andong