How to travel from Gwangju to Samgong, South Korea

The distance between Gwangju and Samgong is around 155km (96 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a taxi which takes around 2hrs.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Gwangju to Samgong by train, taxi, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Bus

Take the bus to Daejeon Complex and then to Gucheondong.

  • Duration3h 55m
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    ₩26,210($20)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

1 similiar route

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Train and Taxi

Take the train to Osong Station and then to Yeongdong Station then take a taxi to Samgong-ni.

  • Duration2h 50m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩86,490($66)
Operated by

Multiple operators

1 similiar route

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Taxi

Take a taxi to Samgong-ni.

  • Duration2hrs
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    ₩196,565($150)
Operated by

World Call Taxi

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Drive

Drive to Samgong-ni.

  • Duration2hrs
  • Distance155km (96 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gwangju and Samgong

There are several options for getting from Gwangju to Samgong by train, taxi, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩23,590 ($18) and will take around 4hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a taxi and arrive in approximately 2hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩196,565 ($150).

The distance between Gwangju and Samgong is around 155km (96 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 117km (73 miles)

It takes around 2h 50m to get from Gwangju and Samgong by train and taxi. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2hrs to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Gwangju to Samgong is to take a taxi which takes around 2hrs and will set you back approx ₩196,565 ($150).

The cheapest way to travel between Gwangju and Samgong, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩23,590 ($18) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Gwangju and Samgong. We recommend that you take a taxi to Samgong-ni. instead which will take 2hrs.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Gwangju and Samgong. It typically takes around 3h 55m and departs 5 times a day.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Gwangju to Samgong. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Daejeon Complex. These services run 5 times a day and will take a minimum of 3h 55m.

Ko Bus, TxBus, bus Tago and Jeonbuk Express run regular bus services between Gwangju and Samgong. Buses run 5 times a day and take around 3h 55m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Gwangju to Samgong. We recommend that you take the train to Osong Station and then to Yeongdong Station then take a taxi to Samgong-ni. instead which will take 2h 50m.

The closest major airport to Samgong is Daegu International Airport (TAE) (TAE) which is approximately 78km (48 miles) from Samgong. Sacheon Airport (HIN) (HIN) 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 Gwangju and Samgong. The distance is around 155km (96 miles) by road and it will take around 2hrs in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gwangju to Samgong is to take the train and then take a taxi which takes, on average, 2h 50m and will usually cost around ₩86,490 ($66).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Gwangju and Samgong

Transport options from Gwangju to Samgong
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus + 1 similar
3h 55m
₩26,210($20)
5 times a day247km (153 miles)
Bus via Jeonju4hrs
₩23,590($18)
twice daily195km (121 miles)
Train and Taxi + 1 similar
2h 50m
₩86,490($66)
hourly309km (192 miles)
Train and Bus3h 20m
₩34,070($26)
5 times a day297km (184 miles)
Taxi
2hrs
₩196,565($150)
on demand155km (96 miles)
Drive
2hrs
₩30,140($23)
on demand155km (96 miles)

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Airports near Samgong

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

TAE
Daegu International Airport (TAE)
International Airport
Distance
78km (48 miles) from Samgong
HIN
Sacheon Airport (HIN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
94km (59 miles) from Samgong
CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
95km (59 miles) from Samgong