How to travel from Gunsan to Taean, South Korea

The distance between Gunsan and Taean is around 330km (205 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 35m.

9 routes found

We've found 9 different ways to get from Gunsan to Taean by bus, train, subway, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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plane
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Fly

Fly from Gunsan (KUV) to Ulsan (USN).

  • Duration2h 35m
  • Flight time2hrs
  • Typical cost
    ₩178,220($135)
Operated by

Jeju Air

+ 2 others

3 similiar routes

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3 x train
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Train

Take the train to Osong Station then Singyeongju Station and then to Taehwagang Station.

  • Duration3hrs
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩60,280($46)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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3 x bus
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Bus

Take the bus to Daejeon then Dongdaegu and then to Ulsan Express Bus Terminal.

  • Duration5h 10m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩57,660($44)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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bus
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train
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train
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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Daejeon then take the train to Singyeongju Station and then to Taehwagang Station.

  • Duration3h 15m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩52,415($40)
Operated by

Multiple operators

1 similiar route

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car
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Drive

Drive to Taean.

  • Duration3h 40m
  • Distance330km (205 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gunsan and Taean

There are several options for getting from Gunsan to Taean by bus, train, subway, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the underground which costs around ₩51,105 ($39) and will take around 5h 15m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩178,220 ($135).

The distance between Gunsan and Taean is around 330km (205 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 93km (58 miles)

It takes around 3h 15m to get from Gunsan and Taean by bus and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 40m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Gunsan to Taean is to fly which takes around 2h 35m and will set you back approx ₩178,220 ($135).

The cheapest way to travel between Gunsan and Taean, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the underground which will typically cost around ₩51,105 ($39) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Gunsan and Taean. It typically takes around 3hrs and departs every 3 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Gunsan to Taean. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Iksan Station, Osong Station, Singyeongju Station, Taehwagang Station and Namchang Station. These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 3hrs.

Korail, Suseo High Speed Railway and Korail Mugunghwa run train services between Gunsan and Taean. Trains depart every 3 hours 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 Gunsan and Taean. It typically takes around 5h 10m and departs hourly.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Gunsan to Taean. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Daejeon, Dongdaegu and Ulsan Express Bus Terminal. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 5h 10m.

bus Tago and Ko Bus run regular bus services between Gunsan and Taean. Buses run hourly and take around 5h 10m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Gunsan and Taean. Flights depart from Gunsan (KUV) and arrive at Ulsan (USN) - via Cheju (CJU). The flight takes around 2hrs.

There is no direct flight from Gunsan to Taean. There is however a flight that goes via Cheju (CJU). This services will take at least 2h 35m (not including layover time).

The flight from Gunsan to Taean typically takes around 2hrs. Flights depart from Gunsan (KUV) and and arrive into Ulsan (USN).

The closest major airport to Taean is Incheon International Airport (ICN) (ICN) which is approximately 79km (49 miles) from Taean. Gunsan Airport (KUV) (KUV) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) (GMP) 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 Gunsan and Taean. The distance is around 330km (205 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 40m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gunsan to Taean is to take the bus and then take the train which takes, on average, 3h 15m and will usually cost around ₩52,415 ($40).

How do I get from Gunsan to Taean

Compare travel optionsbetween Gunsan and Taean

Transport options from Gunsan to Taean
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 3 similar
2h 35m
₩178,220($135)
on demand653km (406 miles)
Train and Plane3h 15m
₩150,700($115)
every 3 hours577km (358 miles)
Plane and Train3h 35m
₩222,775($170)
every 30 mins646km (402 miles)
Bus, Plane and Train5h 40m
₩602,800($460)
hourly642km (399 miles)
Train
3hrs
₩60,280($46)
every 3 hours411km (255 miles)
Bus
5h 10m
₩57,660($44)
hourly397km (247 miles)
Bus and Train + 1 similar
3h 15m
₩52,415($40)
hourly389km (242 miles)
Bus to Busan Central Bus Termnal, Train5h 15m
₩51,105($39)
5 times a day367km (228 miles)
Drive
3h 40m
₩64,210($49)
on demand330km (205 miles)

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Airports near Taean

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

ICN
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
International Airport
Distance
79km (49 miles) from Taean
KUV
Gunsan Airport (KUV)
Domestic Airport
Distance
98km (61 miles) from Taean
GMP
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
International Airport
Distance
101km (63 miles) from Taean