How to travel from Hwaseong to Jeonju, South Korea

The distance between Hwaseong and Jeonju is around 197km (123 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 10m.

2 routes found

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

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

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Train

Take the train to Jeonju Station.

  • Duration2h 25m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩76,005($58)
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Drive

Drive to Jeonju.

  • Duration2h 10m
  • Distance197km (123 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Hwaseong and Jeonju

There are several options for getting from Hwaseong to Jeonju by train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₩76,005 ($58) and will take around 2h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩31,450 ($24).

The distance between Hwaseong and Jeonju is around 197km (123 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 156km (97 miles)

It takes around 2h 25m to get from Hwaseong and Jeonju by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 10m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Hwaseong to Jeonju is to drive which takes around 2h 10m and will set you back approx ₩31,450 ($24).

The cheapest way to travel between Hwaseong and Jeonju, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₩76,005 ($58) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Hwaseong and Jeonju. It typically takes around 2h 25m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Hwaseong to Jeonju. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Gwangmyeong Station. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 2h 25m.

Korail run train services between Hwaseong and Jeonju. Trains depart hourly and will take around 2h 25m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Hwaseong and Jeonju. We recommend that you drive to Jeonju. instead which will take 2h 10m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Hwaseong to Jeonju. We recommend that you take the train to Jeonju Station. instead which will take 2h 25m.

The closest major airport to Jeonju is Gunsan Airport (KUV) (KUV) which is approximately 49km (30 miles) from Jeonju. Cheongju International Airport (CJJ) (CJJ) and Daegu International Airport (TAE) (TAE) 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 Hwaseong and Jeonju. The distance is around 197km (123 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 10m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Hwaseong to Jeonju is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 25m and will usually cost around ₩76,005 ($58).

How do I get from Hwaseong to Jeonju

Compare travel optionsbetween Hwaseong and Jeonju

Transport options from Hwaseong to Jeonju
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 25m
₩76,005($58)
hourly278km (173 miles)
Drive
2h 10m
₩31,450($24)
on demand197km (123 miles)

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Airports near Jeonju

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

KUV
Gunsan Airport (KUV)
Domestic Airport
Distance
49km (30 miles) from Jeonju
CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
105km (65 miles) from Jeonju
TAE
Daegu International Airport (TAE)
International Airport
Distance
135km (84 miles) from Jeonju