How to travel from Gurye to Samcheok, South Korea

The distance between Gurye and Samcheok is around 400km (249 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 4h 50m.

5 routes found

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

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

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Train and Plane

Take the train to Yeocheon Station then fly from Yosu (RSU) to Seoul Gimpo (GMP) then take the train to Gangneung Station and then to Samcheok Haebyeon Station.

  • Duration5h 5m
  • Flight time55min
  • Typical cost
    ₩127,110($95)
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Train

Take the train to Gwangmyeong Station then Gangneung Station and then to Samcheok Haebyeon Station.

  • Duration5h 20m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    ₩81,245($62)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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Bus

Take the bus to Jeonju then Seoul Central City Bus Terminal and then to Samcheok.

  • Duration7h 45m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₩56,350($43)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Drive

Drive to Samcheok.

  • Duration4h 50m
  • Distance400km (249 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gurye and Samcheok

There are several options for getting from Gurye to Samcheok by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩56,350 ($43) and will take around 7h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 4h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩78,625 ($60).

The distance between Gurye and Samcheok is around 400km (249 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 291km (181 miles)

It takes around 5h 20m to get from Gurye and Samcheok by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 4h 50m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Gurye to Samcheok is to drive which takes around 4h 50m and will set you back approx ₩78,625 ($60).

The cheapest way to travel between Gurye and Samcheok, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩56,350 ($43) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Gurye and Samcheok. It typically takes around 5h 20m and departs twice daily.

There are no direct train services that runs from Gurye to Samcheok. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Gwangmyeong Station, Seoul Station and Gangneung Station. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 5h 20m.

Korail and Sea Train run train services between Gurye and Samcheok. Trains depart twice daily and will take around 5h 20m, 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 Samcheok. It typically takes around 7h 45m and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Gurye to Samcheok. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Jeonju and Seoul Central City Bus Terminal. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 7h 45m.

Gurye Bus Terminal, Easy Ticket, Ko Bus, Jeonbuk Express and Cheongju Bus Terminal run regular bus services between Gurye and Samcheok. Buses run once daily and take around 7h 45m 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 Samcheok. We recommend that you take the train to Yeocheon Station then fly from Yosu (RSU) to Seoul Gimpo (GMP) then take the train to Gangneung Station and then to Samcheok Haebyeon Station. instead which will take 5h 5m.

The closest major airport to Samcheok is Yangyang International Airport (YNY) (YNY) which is approximately 83km (52 miles) from Samcheok. Wonju Airport (WJU) (WJU) and Pohang Airport (KPO) (KPO) 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 Samcheok. The distance is around 400km (249 miles) by road and it will take around 4h 50m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gurye to Samcheok is to take the train which takes, on average, 5h 20m and will usually cost around ₩81,245 ($62).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Gurye and Samcheok

Transport options from Gurye to Samcheok
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train and Plane
5h 5m
₩127,110($95)
twice daily669km (416 miles)
Train
5h 20m
₩81,245($62)
twice daily606km (377 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
7h 45m
₩56,350($43)
once daily564km (351 miles)
Bus via Jeonju8h 30m
₩57,660($44)
once daily470km (292 miles)
Drive
4h 50m
₩78,625($60)
on demand400km (249 miles)

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Airports near Samcheok

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

YNY
Yangyang International Airport (YNY)
International Airport
Distance
83km (52 miles) from Samcheok
WJU
Wonju Airport (WJU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
107km (66 miles) from Samcheok
KPO
Pohang Airport (KPO)
Domestic Airport
Distance
162km (101 miles) from Samcheok