How to travel from Jeonju to Gimhae, South Korea
The distance between Jeonju and Gimhae is around 231km (144 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 25m.
4 routes found
We've found 4 different ways to get from Jeonju to Gimhae 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 Gimhae → Jeonju if you're planning a return trip.
Bus to Masan
Take the bus to Masan.
- Duration3hrs
- Departsevery 4 hours
- Typical cost₩18,345($14)
Jeonbuk Express
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Jeonju and Gimhae
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Jeonju to Gimhae by bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩18,345 ($14) and will take around 3hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩45,865 ($35).
The distance between Jeonju and Gimhae is around 231km (144 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 171km (106 miles)
It takes around 3h 10m to get from Jeonju and Gimhae by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 25m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Jeonju to Gimhae is to drive which takes around 2h 25m and will set you back approx ₩45,865 ($35).
The cheapest way to travel between Jeonju and Gimhae, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩18,345 ($14) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Jeonju and Gimhae. We recommend that you drive to Gimhae. instead which will take 2h 25m.
Bus travel
Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Jeonju and Gimhae. It typically takes around 3h 10m and departs twice daily.
Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Jeonju and Gimhae with no changeovers required. The bus runs twice daily and takes 3h 10m.
bus Tago, Jeonbuk Express and TxBus run regular bus services between Jeonju and Gimhae. Buses run twice daily and take around 3h 10m on average but will vary depending on you book with.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Jeonju to Gimhae. We recommend that you take the bus to Gimhae. instead which will take 3h 10m.
The closest major airport to Gimhae is Gimhae International Airport (PUS) (PUS) which is approximately 8km (5 miles) from Gimhae. Ulsan Airport (USN) (USN) and Sacheon Airport (HIN) (HIN) 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 Jeonju and Gimhae. The distance is around 232km (144 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 25m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Jeonju to Gimhae is to take the bus which takes, on average, 3h 10m and will usually cost around ₩22,275 ($17).
Compare travel optionsbetween Jeonju and Gimhae
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus to Masan + 2 similar | 3hrs | ₩18,345($14) | every 4 hours | 235km (146 miles) |
| Bus | 3h 10m | ₩22,275($17) | twice daily | 231km (144 miles) |
| Bus to Busan Sasang Bus Terminal | 3h 40m | ₩24,900($19) | every 2 hours | 262km (163 miles) |
Drive | 2h 25m | ₩45,865($35) | on demand | 232km (144 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Jeonju and Gimhae
Bus companies
bus Tago
Jeonbuk Express
TxBus
Airports near Gimhae
The following major airports near Gimhae offer regular flights to various popular destinations within South Korea and internationally.
Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
- Distance
- 8km (5 miles) from Gimhae
Ulsan Airport (USN)
- Distance
- 58km (36 miles) from Gimhae
Sacheon Airport (HIN)
- Distance
- 75km (46 miles) from Gimhae