How to travel from Gimpo to Suncheon, South Korea

The distance between Gimpo and Suncheon is around 341km (212 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 1h 35m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Gimpo to Suncheon by train, 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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Fly

Fly from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) to Yosu (RSU).

  • Duration1h 35m
  • Flight time55min
  • Typical cost
    ₩89,110($68)
Operated by

Asiana Airlines

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Train

Take the train to Suncheon Station.

  • Duration3h 10m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩43,245($33)
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Drive

Drive to Suncheon.

  • Duration3h 45m
  • Distance356km (221 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gimpo and Suncheon

There are several options for getting from Gimpo to Suncheon by train, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₩43,245 ($33) and will take around 3h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 1h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩89,110 ($68).

The distance between Gimpo and Suncheon is around 341km (212 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 305km (190 miles)

It takes around 3h 10m to get from Gimpo and Suncheon by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 45m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Gimpo to Suncheon is to fly which takes around 1h 35m and will set you back approx ₩89,110 ($68).

The cheapest way to travel between Gimpo and Suncheon, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₩43,245 ($33) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Gimpo and Suncheon. It typically takes around 3h 10m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Gimpo to Suncheon. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Gimpo Intl. Airport Station, Noryangjin Station and Yongsan Station. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 3h 10m.

Korail and Korail Mugunghwa run train services between Gimpo and Suncheon. Trains depart hourly and will take around 3h 10m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Gimpo and Suncheon. We recommend that you fly from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) to Yosu (RSU). instead which will take 1h 35m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Gimpo and Suncheon. Flights depart from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) and arrive at Yosu (RSU). The flight takes around 55min.

Yes there is a direct flight between Gimpo and Suncheon with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 55min.

Asiana Airlines fly between Gimpo and Suncheon. Flights depart from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) and and arrive into Yosu (RSU). These flights usually take around 55min.

The flight from Gimpo to Suncheon typically takes around 55min. Flights depart from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) and and arrive into Yosu (RSU).

The closest major airport to Suncheon is Yeosu Airport (RSU) (RSU) which is approximately 15km (9 miles) from Suncheon. Gimhae International Airport (PUS) (PUS) and Daegu International Airport (TAE) (TAE) 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 Gimpo and Suncheon. The distance is around 356km (221 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 45m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gimpo to Suncheon is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 10m and will usually cost around ₩43,245 ($33).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Gimpo and Suncheon

Transport options from Gimpo to Suncheon
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
1h 35m
₩89,110($68)
every 15 mins341km (212 miles)
Plane and Train2h 30m
₩86,490($66)
4 times a day384km (238 miles)
Train
3h 10m
₩43,245($33)
hourly391km (243 miles)
Drive
3h 45m
₩69,455($53)
on demand356km (221 miles)

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Airports near Suncheon

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

RSU
Yeosu Airport (RSU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
15km (9 miles) from Suncheon
PUS
Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
International Airport
Distance
134km (83 miles) from Suncheon
TAE
Daegu International Airport (TAE)
International Airport
Distance
148km (92 miles) from Suncheon