How to travel from Gurye to Busan, South Korea

The distance between Gurye and Busan is around 189km (118 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 60m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Gurye to Busan 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 BusanGurye if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Busan Station.

  • Duration2h 55m
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    ₩23,590($18)

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Bus

Take the bus to Suncheon and then to Busan Central Bus Termnal.

  • Duration3h 15m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₩18,345($14)
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Drive

Drive to Sasang Bus Terminal.

  • Duration1h 60m
  • Distance189km (118 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gurye and Busan

There are several options for getting from Gurye to Busan by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₩11,795 ($9) and will take around 3h 15m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 60m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩36,690 ($28).

The distance between Gurye and Busan is around 189km (118 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 147km (91 miles)

It takes around 2h 55m to get from Gurye and Busan by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 60m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Gurye to Busan is to drive which takes around 1h 60m and will set you back approx ₩36,690 ($28).

The cheapest way to travel between Gurye and Busan, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₩11,795 ($9) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Gurye and Busan. It typically takes around 2h 55m and departs 5 times a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Gurye to Busan. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Suncheon Station. These services run 5 times a week and will take a minimum of 2h 55m.

Korail and Korail Mugunghwa run train services between Gurye and Busan. Trains depart 5 times a week and will take around 2h 55m, 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 Gurye and Busan. It typically takes around 3h 15m and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Gurye to Busan. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Suncheon. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 3h 15m.

bus Tago and Ko Bus run regular bus services between Gurye and Busan. Buses run once daily and take around 3h 15m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Gurye to Busan. We recommend that you take the train to Busan Station. instead which will take 2h 55m.

The closest major airport to Busan is Gimhae International Airport (PUS) (PUS) which is approximately 11km (7 miles) from Busan. Ulsan Airport (USN) (USN) 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 Gurye and Busan. The distance is around 189km (118 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 60m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gurye to Busan is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 55m and will usually cost around ₩23,590 ($18).

How do I get from Gurye to Busan

Compare travel optionsbetween Gurye and Busan

Transport options from Gurye to Busan
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train + 1 similar
2h 55m
₩23,590($18)
5 times a week232km (144 miles)
Train to Sasang Station3h 15m
₩11,795($9)
4 times a day222km (138 miles)
Bus
3h 15m
₩18,345($14)
once daily217km (135 miles)
Drive
1h 60m
₩36,690($28)
on demand189km (118 miles)

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Airports near Busan

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

PUS
Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
International Airport
Distance
11km (7 miles) from Busan
USN
Ulsan Airport (USN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
53km (33 miles) from Busan
TAE
Daegu International Airport (TAE)
International Airport
Distance
89km (55 miles) from Busan