How to travel from Gyeongju to Wonju, South Korea

The distance between Gyeongju and Wonju is around 257km (160 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 40m.

2 routes found

We've found 2 different ways to get from Gyeongju to Wonju by bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Bus

Take the bus to Wonju.

  • Duration3h 45m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    ₩34,070($26)
Operated by

Gyeongju Bus Terminal

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car
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Drive

Drive to Wŏnju.

  • Duration2h 40m
  • Distance259km (161 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gyeongju and Wonju

There are several options for getting from Gyeongju to Wonju by bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩34,070 ($26) and will take around 3h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩51,105 ($39).

The distance between Gyeongju and Wonju is around 257km (160 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 202km (126 miles)

It takes around 3h 45m to get from Gyeongju and Wonju by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 40m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Gyeongju to Wonju is to drive which takes around 2h 40m and will set you back approx ₩51,105 ($39).

The cheapest way to travel between Gyeongju and Wonju, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩34,070 ($26) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Gyeongju and Wonju. We recommend that you drive to Wŏnju. instead which will take 2h 40m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Gyeongju and Wonju. It typically takes around 3h 45m and departs every 20 mins.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Gyeongju and Wonju with no changeovers required. The bus runs every 20 mins and takes 3h 45m.

Gyeongju Bus Terminal run regular bus services between Gyeongju and Wonju. Buses run every 20 mins and take around 3h 45m 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 Wonju. We recommend that you take the bus to Wonju. instead which will take 3h 45m.

The closest major airport to Wonju is Wonju Airport (WJU) (WJU) which is approximately 14km (9 miles) from Wonju. Cheongju International Airport (CJJ) (CJJ) 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 Wonju. The distance is around 259km (161 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 40m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gyeongju to Wonju is to take the bus which takes, on average, 3h 45m and will usually cost around ₩34,070 ($26).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Gyeongju and Wonju

Transport options from Gyeongju to Wonju
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
3h 45m
₩34,070($26)
every 20 mins257km (160 miles)
Drive
2h 40m
₩51,105($39)
on demand259km (161 miles)

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Airports near Wonju

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

WJU
Wonju Airport (WJU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
14km (9 miles) from Wonju
CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
76km (47 miles) from Wonju
GMP
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
International Airport
Distance
102km (64 miles) from Wonju