How to travel from Jeonju to Seogwipo, South Korea
The distance between Jeonju and Seogwipo is around 347km (216 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 3h 15m.
11 routes found
We've found 11 different ways to get from Jeonju to Seogwipo by train, ferry, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Seogwipo → Jeonju if you're planning a return trip.
Train to Iksan Station, plane
Take the train to Iksan Station and then to Gwangju Songjeong Station then fly from Gwangju (KWJ) to Cheju (CJU).
- Duration3h 15m
- Flight time50min
- Typical cost₩95,660($73)
Multiple operators
4 similiar routes
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Train to Yeosu Expo Station, Ferry
Take the train to Yeosu Expo Station then take a ferry to Jeju.
- Duration8h 40m
- Departs6 times a week
- Typical cost₩380,025($290)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Bus to Gwangju, ferry
Take the bus to Gwangju and then to Haenam Usuyeong then take a ferry to Jeju South Korea then take the bus to Seogwipo Registration Office.
- Duration8h 60m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost₩69,455($53)
Multiple operators
Train and Ferry
Take the train to Mokpo Station then take a ferry to Sangchuja and then to Jeju South Korea.
- Duration5h 10m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost₩66,830($51)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Jeonju and Seogwipo
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Jeonju to Seogwipo by train, ferry, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take a ferry which costs around ₩66,830 ($51) and will take around 5h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 3h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩95,660 ($73).
The distance between Jeonju and Seogwipo is around 347km (216 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 291km (181 miles)
It takes around 5h 10m to get from Jeonju and Seogwipo by train and ferry.
The quickest way to get from Jeonju to Seogwipo is to take the train and then fly which takes around 3h 15m and will set you back approx ₩95,660 ($73).
The cheapest way to travel between Jeonju and Seogwipo is to take the train and then take a ferry which will typically cost around ₩66,830 ($51) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Jeonju and Seogwipo. We recommend that you take the train to Iksan Station and then to Gwangju Songjeong Station then fly from Gwangju (KWJ) to Cheju (CJU). instead which will take 3h 15m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Jeonju and Seogwipo. We recommend that you take the train to Iksan Station and then to Gwangju Songjeong Station then fly from Gwangju (KWJ) to Cheju (CJU). instead which will take 3h 15m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Jeonju to Seogwipo. We recommend that you take the train to Yeocheon Station then fly from Yosu (RSU) to Cheju (CJU). instead which will take 3h 30m.
The closest major airport to Seogwipo is Jeju International Airport (CJU) (CJU) which is approximately 28km (17 miles) from Seogwipo. Yeosu Airport (RSU) (RSU) and Gwangju Airport (KWJ) (KWJ) 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 Jeonju to Seogwipo. We recommend that you take the train to Mokpo Station then take a ferry to Sangchuja and then to Jeju South Korea. instead which will take 5h 10m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Jeonju to Seogwipo is to take the train and then take a ferry which takes, on average, 5h 10m and will usually cost around ₩66,830 ($51).
Compare travel optionsbetween Jeonju and Seogwipo
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train to Iksan Station, plane + 4 similar | 3h 15m | ₩95,660($73) | hourly | 347km (216 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 3h 30m | ₩121,870($95) | hourly | 378km (235 miles) |
| Train to Osong Station, plane | 3h 35m | ₩89,110($68) | every 3 hours | 552km (343 miles) |
| Train to Gwangmyeong Station, Fly | 4h 15m | ₩112,695($86) | hourly | 737km (458 miles) |
| Train to Osong Station, plane | 4h 20m | ₩133,665($100) | every 2 hours | 653km (406 miles) |
Train to Yeosu Expo Station, Ferry + 1 similar | 8h 40m | ₩380,025($290) | 6 times a week | 409km (254 miles) |
| Train, Ferry and Bus | 9h 50m | ₩378,715($290) | 6 times a week | 460km (286 miles) |
Bus to Gwangju, ferry | 8h 60m | ₩69,455($53) | once daily | 459km (285 miles) |
Train and Ferry + 2 similar | 5h 10m | ₩66,830($51) | once daily | 421km (261 miles) |
| Bus and Ferry | 6h 15m | ₩69,455($53) | twice daily | 383km (238 miles) |
| Car and Ferry | 6h 15m | ₩142,835($110) | every 20 mins | 352km (219 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Jeonju and Seogwipo
Airlines
Asiana Airlines
Jeju Air
Jin Air
Air Seoul
Train operators
Suseo High Speed Railway
Bus companies
Jeonbuk Express
TxBus
Jeju Island Buses
bus Tago
Ferry operators
Seaworld Express Ferry
HanilExpress
Airports near Seogwipo
The following major airports near Seogwipo offer regular flights to various popular destinations within South Korea and internationally.
Jeju International Airport (CJU)
- Distance
- 28km (17 miles) from Seogwipo
Yeosu Airport (RSU)
- Distance
- 203km (126 miles) from Seogwipo
Gwangju Airport (KWJ)
- Distance
- 211km (131 miles) from Seogwipo