How to travel from Incheon to Sokcho, South Korea

The distance between Incheon and Sokcho is around 225km (140 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 35m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Incheon to Sokcho by bus, subway and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Bus

Take the bus to Dong Seoul Bus Terminal and then to Sokcho.

  • Duration3h 20m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩30,140($23)
Operated by

TxBus

💰 Cheapest
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Train and Bus

Take the train to Express Bus Terminal Station then take the bus to Sokcho Express Bus Terminal.

  • Duration3h 45m
  • Departsevery 30 mins
  • Typical cost
    ₩23,590($18)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Sokcho.

  • Duration2h 35m
  • Distance238km (148 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Incheon and Sokcho

There are several options for getting from Incheon to Sokcho by bus, subway and car. The cheapest option is to take the underground and then take the bus which costs around ₩23,590 ($18) and will take around 3h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩38,005 ($29).

The distance between Incheon and Sokcho is around 225km (140 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 186km (115 miles)

It takes around 3h 20m to get from Incheon and Sokcho by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 35m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Incheon to Sokcho is to drive which takes around 2h 35m and will set you back approx ₩38,005 ($29).

The cheapest way to travel between Incheon and Sokcho, if you exclude driving, is to take the underground and then take the bus which will typically cost around ₩23,590 ($18) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Incheon and Sokcho. We recommend that you drive to Sokcho. instead which will take 2h 35m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Incheon and Sokcho. It typically takes around 3h 20m and departs hourly.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Incheon to Sokcho. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Dong Seoul Bus Terminal. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 3h 20m.

TxBus run regular bus services between Incheon and Sokcho. Buses run hourly and take around 3h 20m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Incheon to Sokcho. We recommend that you take the bus to Dong Seoul Bus Terminal and then to Sokcho. instead which will take 3h 20m.

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 Incheon and Sokcho. The distance is around 238km (148 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 35m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Incheon to Sokcho is to take the bus which takes, on average, 3h 20m and will usually cost around ₩30,140 ($23).

How do I get from Incheon to Sokcho

Compare travel optionsbetween Incheon and Sokcho

Transport options from Incheon to Sokcho
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
3h 20m
₩30,140($23)
hourly230km (143 miles)
Train and Bus
3h 45m
₩23,590($18)
every 30 mins225km (140 miles)
Drive
2h 35m
₩38,005($29)
on demand238km (148 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Incheon and Sokcho

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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