How to travel from Gurye to Hwaseong, South Korea

The distance between Gurye and Hwaseong is around 270km (168 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 2h 25m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Gurye to Hwaseong by train, bus, car, plane, subway and taxi. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Train

Take the train to Gwangmyeong Station.

  • Duration2h 25m
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    ₩81,245($62)

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Train, Plane and Taxi

Take the train to Yeocheon Station then fly from Yosu (RSU) to Seoul Gimpo (GMP) then take the train to Suwon Station and then to Yamok Station then take a taxi to Hwaseong-si.

  • Duration2h 45m
  • Flight time55min
  • Typical cost
    ₩100,905($77)
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Bus

Take the bus to Jeonju and then to Ansan.

  • Duration4h 55m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₩56,350($43)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Drive

Drive to Hwaseong-si.

  • Duration3hrs
  • Distance270km (168 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gurye and Hwaseong

There are several options for getting from Gurye to Hwaseong by train, bus, car, plane, subway and taxi. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₩36,690 ($28) and will take around 4h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and arrive in approximately 2h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩81,245 ($62).

The distance between Gurye and Hwaseong is around 270km (168 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 229km (142 miles)

It takes around 2h 25m to get from Gurye and Hwaseong by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3hrs to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Gurye to Hwaseong is to take the train which takes around 2h 25m and will set you back approx ₩81,245 ($62).

The cheapest way to travel between Gurye and Hwaseong, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₩36,690 ($28) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Gurye and Hwaseong. It typically takes around 2h 25m and departs 5 times a day.

There are no direct train services that runs from Gurye to Hwaseong. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Gwangmyeong Station. These services run 5 times a day and will take a minimum of 2h 25m.

Korail and Korail Mugunghwa run train services between Gurye and Hwaseong. Trains depart 5 times a day and will take around 2h 25m, 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 Hwaseong. It typically takes around 4h 55m and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Gurye to Hwaseong. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Jeonju and Ansan. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 4h 55m.

Gurye Bus Terminal and Jeonbuk Express run regular bus services between Gurye and Hwaseong. Buses run once daily and take around 4h 55m 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 Hwaseong. We recommend that you take the train to Yeocheon Station then fly from Yosu (RSU) to Seoul Gimpo (GMP) then take the train to Suwon Station and then to Yamok Station then take a taxi to Hwaseong-si. instead which will take 2h 45m.

The closest major airport to Hwaseong is Gimpo International Airport (GMP) (GMP) which is approximately 40km (25 miles) from Hwaseong. Incheon International Airport (ICN) (ICN) 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 Gurye and Hwaseong. The distance is around 270km (168 miles) by road and it will take around 3hrs in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gurye to Hwaseong is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 25m and will usually cost around ₩81,245 ($62).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Gurye and Hwaseong

Transport options from Gurye to Hwaseong
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train + 1 similar
2h 25m
₩81,245($62)
5 times a day343km (213 miles)
Train to Suwon Station4h 25m
₩36,690($28)
every 4 hours349km (217 miles)
Train, Plane and Taxi
2h 45m
₩100,905($77)
every 2 hours442km (275 miles)
Bus
4h 55m
₩56,350($43)
once daily310km (192 miles)
Drive
3hrs
₩52,415($40)
on demand270km (168 miles)

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Airports near Hwaseong

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

GMP
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
International Airport
Distance
40km (25 miles) from Hwaseong
ICN
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
International Airport
Distance
44km (27 miles) from Hwaseong
CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
79km (49 miles) from Hwaseong