How to travel from Jeju City to Cheonan, South Korea
The distance between Jeju City and Cheonan is around 405km (252 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 2hrs.
10 routes found
We've found 10 different ways to get from Jeju City to Cheonan by plane, train, ferry, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Cheonan → Jeju City if you're planning a return trip.
Fly to Chongju (CJJ), train
Fly from Cheju (CJU) to Chongju (CJJ) then take the train to Jochiwon Station and then to Cheonan Station.
- Duration2hrs
- Flight time1h 10m
- Typical cost₩78,625($60)
Multiple operators
4 similiar routes
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Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Sangchuja and then to Haenam Usuyeong then take the train to Cheonan Asan Station.
- Duration5hrs
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost₩110,075($84)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Jindo then take the bus to Seoul Central City Bus Terminal and then to Cheonan.
- Duration7h 25m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical cost₩108,765($83)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Wando then drive to Cheonan.
- Duration6h 30m
- Departsevery 20 mins
- Typical cost₩161,185($125)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Jeju City and Cheonan
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Jeju City to Cheonan by plane, train, ferry, bus and car. The cheapest option is to fly and then take the train which costs around ₩78,625 ($60) and will take around 2hrs.
The distance between Jeju City and Cheonan is around 405km (252 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 384km (238 miles)
It takes around 2h 30m to get from Jeju City and Cheonan by plane and train.
The quickest way to get from Jeju City to Cheonan is to fly and then take the train which takes around 2hrs and will set you back approx ₩78,625 ($60).
The cheapest way to travel between Jeju City and Cheonan is to fly and then take the train which will typically cost around ₩78,625 ($60) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Jeju City and Cheonan. We recommend that you fly from Cheju (CJU) to Chongju (CJJ) then take the train to Jochiwon Station and then to Cheonan Station. instead which will take 2hrs.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Jeju City and Cheonan. We recommend that you fly from Cheju (CJU) to Chongju (CJJ) then take the train to Jochiwon Station and then to Cheonan Station. instead which will take 2hrs.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Jeju City to Cheonan. We recommend that you fly from Cheju (CJU) to Seoul Gimpo (GMP) then take the train to Cheonan Station. instead which will take 2h 30m.
The closest major airport to Cheonan is Cheongju International Airport (CJJ) (CJJ) which is approximately 35km (22 miles) from Cheonan. Gimpo International Airport (GMP) (GMP) and Incheon International Airport (ICN) (ICN) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Jeju City to Cheonan. We recommend that you fly from Cheju (CJU) to Seoul Gimpo (GMP) then take the train to Cheonan Station. instead which will take 2h 30m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Jeju City to Cheonan is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 2h 30m and will usually cost around ₩94,350 ($72).
Compare travel optionsbetween Jeju City and Cheonan
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly to Chongju (CJJ), train + 4 similar | 2hrs | ₩78,625($60) | every 4 hours | 430km (267 miles) |
| Fly to Gwangju (KWJ), Train | 2h 20m | ₩112,695($86) | every 2 hours | 405km (252 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 2h 30m | ₩94,350($72) | every 30 mins | 554km (344 miles) |
| Fly to Daegu (TAE), Train | 2h 35m | ₩125,800($95) | every 30 mins | 531km (330 miles) |
| Fly to Gunsan (KUV), Train | 3h 40m | ₩104,835($80) | every 3 hours | 416km (259 miles) |
Ferry and Train + 2 similar | 5hrs | ₩110,075($84) | once daily | 478km (297 miles) |
| Ferry to Yeosu, Train | 9h 35m | ₩372,165($285) | 6 times a week | 546km (339 miles) |
| Ferry, Bus and Train | 6h 25m | ₩81,245($62) | once daily | 492km (306 miles) |
Ferry and Bus | 7h 25m | ₩108,765($83) | twice daily | 609km (378 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 6h 30m | ₩161,185($125) | every 20 mins | 439km (273 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Jeju City and Cheonan
Airlines
Jeju Air
Jin Air
Air Seoul
Air Busan
Asiana Airlines
Train operators
Suseo High Speed Railway
Ferry operators
Seaworld Express Ferry
HanilExpress
Bus companies
bus Tago
Ko Bus
Airports near Cheonan
The following major airports near Cheonan offer regular flights to various popular destinations within South Korea and internationally.
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
- Distance
- 35km (22 miles) from Cheonan
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
- Distance
- 87km (54 miles) from Cheonan
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
- Distance
- 92km (57 miles) from Cheonan