How to travel from Gurye to Seogwipo, South Korea
The distance between Gurye and Seogwipo is around 286km (178 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 2h 50m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Gurye to Seogwipo by train, ferry, 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 Seogwipo → Gurye if you're planning a return trip.
Train and Plane
Take the train to Yeocheon Station then fly from Yosu (RSU) to Cheju (CJU).
- Duration2h 50m
- Flight time55min
- Typical cost₩108,765($83)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Train to Yeosu Expo Station, Ferry
Take the train to Yeosu Expo Station then take a ferry to Jeju.
- Duration7h 50m
- Departs6 times a week
- Typical cost₩369,545($280)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Car and Ferry
Drive to Wando then take a ferry to Jeju.
- Duration5h 25m
- Departsevery 20 mins
- Typical cost₩136,285($105)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gurye and Seogwipo
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Gurye to Seogwipo by train, ferry, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take a ferry which costs around ₩72,075 ($55) and will take around 6h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 2h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩108,765 ($83).
The distance between Gurye and Seogwipo is around 286km (178 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 233km (145 miles)
It takes around 6h 10m to get from Gurye and Seogwipo by train and ferry.
The quickest way to get from Gurye to Seogwipo is to take the train and then fly which takes around 2h 50m and will set you back approx ₩108,765 ($83).
The cheapest way to travel between Gurye and Seogwipo is to take the train and then take a ferry which will typically cost around ₩72,075 ($55) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Gurye and Seogwipo. We recommend that you take the train to Yeocheon Station then fly from Yosu (RSU) to Cheju (CJU). instead which will take 2h 50m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Gurye and Seogwipo. We recommend that you take the train to Yeocheon Station then fly from Yosu (RSU) to Cheju (CJU). instead which will take 2h 50m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Gurye to Seogwipo. We recommend that you take the train to Yeocheon Station then fly from Yosu (RSU) to Cheju (CJU). instead which will take 2h 50m.
The closest major airport to Seogwipo is Jeju International Airport (CJU) (CJU) which is approximately 28km (17 miles) from Seogwipo. Yeosu Airport (RSU) (RSU) and Gwangju Airport (KWJ) (KWJ) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Gurye to Seogwipo. We recommend that you take the train to Iksan Station and then to Mokpo Station then take a ferry to Sangchuja and then to Jeju South Korea. instead which will take 6h 10m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gurye to Seogwipo is to take the train and then take a ferry which takes, on average, 6h 10m and will usually cost around ₩72,075 ($55).
Compare travel optionsbetween Gurye and Seogwipo
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train and Plane + 2 similar | 2h 50m | ₩108,765($83) | every 2 hours | 286km (178 miles) |
| Train to Iksan Station, plane | 4h 10m | ₩99,595($76) | every 2 hours | 440km (273 miles) |
| Train to Iksan Station, plane | 4h 30m | ₩104,835($80) | every 3 hours | 469km (291 miles) |
Train to Yeosu Expo Station, Ferry + 1 similar | 7h 50m | ₩369,545($280) | 6 times a week | 317km (197 miles) |
| Train, Ferry and Bus | 9hrs | ₩368,230($280) | 6 times a week | 368km (229 miles) |
Car and Ferry + 2 similar | 5h 25m | ₩136,285($105) | every 20 mins | 307km (191 miles) |
| Train and Ferry | 6h 10m | ₩72,075($55) | once daily | 513km (319 miles) |
| Bus and Ferry | 7h 20m | ₩74,695($57) | once daily | 422km (262 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Gurye and Seogwipo
Airlines
Asiana Airlines
Jin Air
Jeju Air
Bus companies
TxBus
Train operators
Suseo High Speed Railway
Ferry operators
Seaworld Express Ferry
HanilExpress
Airports near Seogwipo
The following major airports near Seogwipo offer regular flights to various popular destinations within South Korea and internationally.
Jeju International Airport (CJU)
- Distance
- 28km (17 miles) from Seogwipo
Yeosu Airport (RSU)
- Distance
- 203km (126 miles) from Seogwipo
Gwangju Airport (KWJ)
- Distance
- 211km (131 miles) from Seogwipo