How to travel from Jeonju to Suwon, South Korea

The distance between Jeonju and Suwon is around 174km (108 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then take the underground which takes around 2hrs.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Jeonju to Suwon by bus, train, subway 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 via Jije Station

Take the train to Jije Station and then to Hwaseo Station.

  • Duration2hrs
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩23,590($18)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

1 similiar route

We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.

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Bus

Take the bus to Suwon.

  • Duration2h 40m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩18,345($14)
Operated by

Jeonbuk Express

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Drive

Drive to Suwon.

  • Duration2h 10m
  • Distance185km (115 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Jeonju and Suwon

There are several options for getting from Jeonju to Suwon by bus, train, subway and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₩13,105 ($10) and will take around 2h 50m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then take the underground and arrive in approximately 2hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩23,590 ($18).

The distance between Jeonju and Suwon is around 174km (108 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 161km (100 miles)

It takes around 2h 40m to get from Jeonju and Suwon by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 10m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Jeonju to Suwon is to take the train and then take the underground which takes around 2hrs and will set you back approx ₩23,590 ($18).

The cheapest way to travel between Jeonju and Suwon, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₩13,105 ($10) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Jeonju and Suwon. It typically takes around 2h 50m and departs every 4 hours.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Jeonju and Suwon with no changeovers required. The train runs every 4 hours and takes 2h 50m.

Korail Mugunghwa, Korail, Suseo High Speed Railway and Seoul Metro run train services between Jeonju and Suwon. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 2h 50m, 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 Suwon. It typically takes around 2h 40m and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Jeonju and Suwon with no changeovers required. The bus runs hourly and takes 2h 40m.

Jeonbuk Express run regular bus services between Jeonju and Suwon. Buses run hourly and take around 2h 40m 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 Suwon. We recommend that you take the bus to Suwon. instead which will take 2h 40m.

The closest major airport to Suwon is Gimpo International Airport (GMP) (GMP) which is approximately 37km (23 miles) from Suwon. Incheon International Airport (ICN) (ICN) and Cheongju International Airport (CJJ) (CJJ) 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 Suwon. The distance is around 185km (115 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 10m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Jeonju to Suwon is to take the bus which takes, on average, 2h 40m and will usually cost around ₩18,345 ($14).

How do I get from Jeonju to Suwon

Compare travel optionsbetween Jeonju and Suwon

Transport options from Jeonju to Suwon
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train via Jije Station + 1 similar
2hrs
₩23,590($18)
every 4 hours201km (125 miles)
Train2h 50m
₩13,105($10)
every 4 hours234km (145 miles)
Bus
2h 40m
₩18,345($14)
hourly174km (108 miles)
Drive
2h 10m
₩30,140($23)
on demand185km (115 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Jeonju and Suwon

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Airports near Suwon

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

GMP
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
International Airport
Distance
37km (23 miles) from Suwon
ICN
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
International Airport
Distance
53km (33 miles) from Suwon
CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
75km (46 miles) from Suwon