How to travel from Gyeongju to Sokcho, South Korea

The distance between Gyeongju and Sokcho is around 320km (199 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 4hrs.

9 routes found

We've found 9 different ways to get from Gyeongju to Sokcho by train, bus, car, plane and subway. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Plane and Bus

Fly from Pohang (KPO) to Seoul Gimpo (GMP) then take the bus to Sokcho.

  • Duration4h 50m
  • Flight time1hr
  • Typical cost
    ₩121,870($95)
Operated by

Multiple operators

3 similiar routes

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Bus

Take the bus to Seoul Express Bus Terminal(Gyeongbu) and then to Sokcho Express Bus Terminal.

  • Duration6hrs
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩52,415($40)
Operated by

Ko Bus

2 similiar routes

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Train and Bus

Take the train to Suseo SRT then take the bus to Sokcho.

  • Duration4h 50m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩73,385($56)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Sokcho.

  • Duration4hrs
  • Distance320km (199 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gyeongju and Sokcho

There are several options for getting from Gyeongju to Sokcho by train, bus, car, plane and subway. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩40,625 ($31) and will take around 6h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 4hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩51,105 ($39).

The distance between Gyeongju and Sokcho is around 320km (199 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 272km (169 miles)

It takes around 4h 50m to get from Gyeongju and Sokcho by train and bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 4hrs to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Gyeongju to Sokcho is to drive which takes around 4hrs and will set you back approx ₩51,105 ($39).

The cheapest way to travel between Gyeongju and Sokcho, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩40,625 ($31) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Gyeongju and Sokcho. We recommend that you drive to Sokcho. instead which will take 4hrs.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Gyeongju and Sokcho. It typically takes around 6hrs and departs hourly.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Gyeongju to Sokcho. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Seoul Express Bus Terminal(Gyeongbu). These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 6hrs.

Ko Bus, Gangneung Intercity Bus Terminal, bus Tago, Gyeongju Bus Terminal and Chuncheon Intercity Bus Terimnal run regular bus services between Gyeongju and Sokcho. Buses run hourly and take around 6hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Gyeongju to Sokcho. We recommend that you fly from Pohang (KPO) to Seoul Gimpo (GMP) then take the bus to Sokcho. instead which will take 4h 50m.

The closest major airport to Sokcho is Yangyang International Airport (YNY) (YNY) which is approximately 18km (11 miles) from Sokcho. Wonju Airport (WJU) (WJU) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) (GMP) 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 Gyeongju and Sokcho. The distance is around 320km (199 miles) by road and it will take around 4hrs in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gyeongju to Sokcho is to take the train and then take the bus which takes, on average, 4h 50m and will usually cost around ₩73,385 ($56).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Gyeongju and Sokcho

Transport options from Gyeongju to Sokcho
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Plane and Bus + 3 similar
4h 50m
₩121,870($95)
every 30 mins546km (339 miles)
Bus and Plane5h 20m
₩91,730($70)
hourly630km (391 miles)
Train, Plane and Bus5hrs
₩660,460($505)
hourly595km (370 miles)
Bus, Plane and Train5h 45m
₩117,940($90)
hourly598km (372 miles)
Bus + 2 similar
6hrs
₩52,415($40)
hourly507km (315 miles)
Bus via Gangneung6h 10m
₩40,625($31)
every 4 hours332km (206 miles)
Bus via Chuncheon7h 20m
₩51,105($39)
every 20 mins471km (292 miles)
Train and Bus
4h 50m
₩73,385($56)
hourly519km (322 miles)
Drive
4hrs
₩51,105($39)
on demand320km (199 miles)

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Airports near Sokcho

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

YNY
Yangyang International Airport (YNY)
International Airport
Distance
18km (11 miles) from Sokcho
WJU
Wonju Airport (WJU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
101km (63 miles) from Sokcho
GMP
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
International Airport
Distance
173km (107 miles) from Sokcho