How to travel from Gyeongju to Yangyang, South Korea

The distance between Gyeongju and Yangyang is around 304km (189 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 3h 50m.

6 routes found

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

👋 Also check out YangyangGyeongju 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 Yangyang.

  • Duration4h 25m
  • Flight time1hr
  • Typical cost
    ₩116,630($89)
Operated by

Multiple operators

1 similiar route

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Bus

Take the bus to Gangneung and then to Yangyang.

  • Duration5hrs
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩38,005($29)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

1 similiar route

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Train and Bus

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

  • Duration4h 55m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩60,280($46)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Yangyang-gun.

  • Duration3h 50m
  • Distance304km (189 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gyeongju and Yangyang

There are several options for getting from Gyeongju to Yangyang by bus, train, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩36,690 ($28) and will take around 6h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 3h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩58,970 ($45).

The distance between Gyeongju and Yangyang is around 304km (189 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 257km (160 miles)

It takes around 5hrs to get from Gyeongju and Yangyang by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 50m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Gyeongju to Yangyang is to drive which takes around 3h 50m and will set you back approx ₩58,970 ($45).

The cheapest way to travel between Gyeongju and Yangyang, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩36,690 ($28) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Gyeongju and Yangyang. We recommend that you drive to Yangyang-gun. instead which will take 3h 50m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Gyeongju and Yangyang. It typically takes around 5hrs and departs hourly.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Gyeongju to Yangyang. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Pohang and Gangneung. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 5hrs.

bus Tago, Gangneung Intercity Bus Terminal and Gyeongju Bus Terminal run regular bus services between Gyeongju and Yangyang. Buses run hourly and take around 5hrs 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 Yangyang. We recommend that you take the bus to Busan Sasang Bus Terminal then fly from Gimhae (PUS) to Seoul Gimpo (GMP) then take the bus to Yangyang. instead which will take 4h 50m.

The closest major airport to Yangyang is Yangyang International Airport (YNY) (YNY) which is approximately 4km (3 miles) from Yangyang. 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 Yangyang. The distance is around 304km (189 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 50m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gyeongju to Yangyang is to take the bus which takes, on average, 5hrs and will usually cost around ₩38,005 ($29).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Gyeongju and Yangyang

Transport options from Gyeongju to Yangyang
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Plane and Bus + 1 similar
4h 25m
₩116,630($89)
hourly527km (328 miles)
Bus and Plane4h 50m
₩79,935($61)
hourly612km (380 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
5hrs
₩38,005($29)
hourly311km (193 miles)
Bus via Uljin6h 55m
₩36,690($28)
twice daily315km (196 miles)
Train and Bus
4h 55m
₩60,280($46)
hourly514km (319 miles)
Drive
3h 50m
₩58,970($45)
on demand304km (189 miles)

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Airports near Yangyang

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

YNY
Yangyang International Airport (YNY)
International Airport
Distance
4km (3 miles) from Yangyang
WJU
Wonju Airport (WJU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
91km (56 miles) from Yangyang
GMP
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
International Airport
Distance
169km (105 miles) from Yangyang