How to travel from Jeonju to Gurye, South Korea

The distance between Jeonju and Gurye is around 87km (54 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 1hr.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Jeonju to Gurye by train, bus, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train

Take the train to Guryegu Station.

  • Duration1hr
  • Departsevery 2 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩5,240($4)
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Bus

Take the bus to Gurye.

  • Duration2hrs
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    ₩10,485($8)
Operated by

Jeonbuk Express

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taxi
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Taxi

Take a taxi to Gurye-gun.

  • Duration1hr
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    ₩85,180($65)
Operated by

Jeonju Hanok Call

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Drive

Drive to Gurye-gun.

  • Duration1hr
  • Distance87km (54 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Jeonju and Gurye

There are several options for getting from Jeonju to Gurye by train, bus, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₩5,240 ($4) and will take around 1hr.

The distance between Jeonju and Gurye is around 87km (54 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 75km (46 miles)

It takes around 1hr to get from Jeonju and Gurye by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1hr to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Jeonju to Gurye is to take the train which takes around 1hr and will set you back approx ₩5,240 ($4).

The cheapest way to travel between Jeonju and Gurye, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₩5,240 ($4) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Jeonju and Gurye. It typically takes around 1hr and departs every 2 hours.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Jeonju and Gurye with no changeovers required. The train runs every 2 hours and takes 1hr.

Korail Mugunghwa and Korail run train services between Jeonju and Gurye. Trains depart every 2 hours and will take around 1hr, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Jeonju and Gurye. It typically takes around 2hrs and departs twice daily.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Jeonju and Gurye with no changeovers required. The bus runs twice daily and takes 2hrs.

Jeonbuk Express run regular bus services between Jeonju and Gurye. Buses run twice daily and take around 2hrs 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 Gurye. We recommend that you take the train to Guryegu Station. instead which will take 1hr.

The closest major airport to Gurye is Yeosu Airport (RSU) (RSU) which is approximately 42km (26 miles) from Gurye. Daegu International Airport (TAE) (TAE) and Gimhae International Airport (PUS) (PUS) 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 Gurye. The distance is around 87km (54 miles) by road and it will take around 1hr in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Jeonju to Gurye is to take the train which takes, on average, 1hr and will usually cost around ₩5,240 ($4).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Jeonju and Gurye

Transport options from Jeonju to Gurye
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
1hr
₩5,240($4)
every 2 hours92km (57 miles)
Bus
2hrs
₩10,485($8)
twice daily92km (57 miles)
Taxi
1hr
₩85,180($65)
on demand87km (54 miles)
Drive
1hr
₩17,035($13)
on demand87km (54 miles)

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Airports near Gurye

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

RSU
Yeosu Airport (RSU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
42km (26 miles) from Gurye
TAE
Daegu International Airport (TAE)
International Airport
Distance
132km (82 miles) from Gurye
PUS
Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
International Airport
Distance
135km (84 miles) from Gurye