How to travel from Gwangju to Seogwipo, South Korea
The distance between Gwangju and Seogwipo is around 237km (147 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 30m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Gwangju to Seogwipo by car, ferry, bus, train and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Seogwipo → Gwangju if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Gwangju (KWJ) to Cheju (CJU).
- Duration2h 30m
- Flight time50min
- Typical cost₩82,555($63)
Jeju Air
+ 3 others1 similiar route
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Bus to Haenam Usuyeong, Ferry
Take the bus to Haenam Usuyeong then take a ferry to Jeju South Korea.
- Duration6h 5m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost₩61,590($47)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Train and Ferry
Take the train to Mokpo Station then take a ferry to Sangchuja and then to Jeju South Korea.
- Duration4h 10m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost₩55,040($42)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gwangju and Seogwipo
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Gwangju to Seogwipo by car, ferry, bus, train and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take a ferry which costs around ₩55,040 ($42) and will take around 4h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩82,555 ($63).
The distance between Gwangju and Seogwipo is around 237km (147 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 214km (133 miles)
It takes around 5h 15m to get from Gwangju and Seogwipo by car and ferry.
The quickest way to get from Gwangju to Seogwipo is to fly which takes around 2h 30m and will set you back approx ₩82,555 ($63).
The cheapest way to travel between Gwangju and Seogwipo is to take the train and then take a ferry which will typically cost around ₩55,040 ($42) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Gwangju and Seogwipo. We recommend that you fly from Gwangju (KWJ) to Cheju (CJU). instead which will take 2h 30m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Gwangju and Seogwipo. We recommend that you fly from Gwangju (KWJ) to Cheju (CJU). instead which will take 2h 30m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Gwangju and Seogwipo. Flights depart from Gwangju (KWJ) and arrive at Cheju (CJU). The flight takes around 50min.
Yes there is a direct flight between Gwangju and Seogwipo with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 50min.
Jeju Air, Jin Air, Korean Air and Asiana Airlines fly between Gwangju and Seogwipo. Flights depart from Gwangju (KWJ) and and arrive into Cheju (CJU). These flights usually take around 50min.
The flight from Gwangju to Seogwipo typically takes around 50min. Flights depart from Gwangju (KWJ) and and arrive into Cheju (CJU).
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 Gwangju to Seogwipo. We recommend that you drive to Wando then take a ferry to Jeju. instead which will take 5h 15m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gwangju to Seogwipo is to drive and then take a ferry which takes, on average, 5h 15m and will usually cost around ₩127,110 ($95).
Compare travel optionsbetween Gwangju and Seogwipo
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 2h 30m | ₩82,555($63) | hourly | 237km (147 miles) |
| Bus and Plane | 3h 50m | ₩120,560($90) | every 30 mins | 346km (215 miles) |
Bus to Haenam Usuyeong, Ferry + 1 similar | 6h 5m | ₩61,590($47) | once daily | 308km (191 miles) |
| Bus to Haenam Usuyeong, ferry | 7h 20m | ₩60,280($46) | once daily | 359km (223 miles) |
Train and Ferry + 2 similar | 4h 10m | ₩55,040($42) | once daily | 303km (188 miles) |
| Bus and Ferry | 4h 55m | ₩64,210($49) | twice daily | 296km (184 miles) |
| Car and Ferry | 5h 15m | ₩127,110($95) | every 20 mins | 259km (161 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Gwangju and Seogwipo
Airlines
Jeju Air
Jin Air
Asiana Airlines
Train operators
Suseo High Speed Railway
Bus companies
TxBus
Jeju Island Buses
bus Tago
Ferry operators
HanilExpress
Seaworld Express Ferry
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