How to travel from Gimhae to Sejong, South Korea

The distance between Gimhae and Sejong is around 277km (172 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 2h 15m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Gimhae to Sejong by train, bus and car. 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 Osong Station.

  • Duration2h 15m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩36,690($28)
Operated byKorail+ 1 others

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Bus

Take the bus to Daejeon and then to Cheongju.

  • Duration4h 40m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩27,520($21)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Drive

Drive to Sejong.

  • Duration2h 60m
  • Distance277km (172 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gimhae and Sejong

There are several options for getting from Gimhae to Sejong by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₩17,035 ($13) and will take around 4h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and arrive in approximately 2h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩36,690 ($28).

The distance between Gimhae and Sejong is around 277km (172 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 200km (124 miles)

It takes around 2h 15m to get from Gimhae and Sejong by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 60m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Gimhae to Sejong is to take the train which takes around 2h 15m and will set you back approx ₩36,690 ($28).

The cheapest way to travel between Gimhae and Sejong, if you exclude driving, is to take the train 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 Sejong. It typically takes around 2h 15m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Gimhae to Sejong. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Daejeo Station, Gupo Station and Busan Station. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 2h 15m.

Korail, Suseo High Speed Railway and Korail Mugunghwa run train services between Gimhae and Sejong. Trains depart hourly and will take around 2h 15m, 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 Sejong. It typically takes around 4h 40m and departs hourly.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Gimhae to Sejong. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Masan, Daejeon and Cheongju. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 4h 40m.

Masan Intercity Bus Terminal and TxBus run regular bus services between Gimhae and Sejong. Buses run hourly and take around 4h 40m 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 Sejong. We recommend that you take the train to Osong Station. instead which will take 2h 15m.

The closest major airport to Sejong is Cheongju International Airport (CJJ) (CJJ) which is approximately 33km (20 miles) from Sejong. Gunsan Airport (KUV) (KUV) 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 Gimhae and Sejong. The distance is around 277km (172 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 60m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gimhae to Sejong is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 15m and will usually cost around ₩36,690 ($28).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Gimhae and Sejong

Transport options from Gimhae to Sejong
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train + 2 similar
2h 15m
₩36,690($28)
hourly320km (199 miles)
Train to Jochiwon Station3h 45m
₩18,345($14)
every 2 hours296km (184 miles)
Train to Jochiwon Station4h 25m
₩17,035($13)
once daily319km (198 miles)
Bus
4h 40m
₩27,520($21)
hourly296km (184 miles)
Drive
2h 60m
₩53,730($41)
on demand277km (172 miles)

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Airports near Sejong

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

CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
33km (20 miles) from Sejong
KUV
Gunsan Airport (KUV)
Domestic Airport
Distance
88km (55 miles) from Sejong
WJU
Wonju Airport (WJU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
123km (76 miles) from Sejong