How to travel from Mokpo to Iksan, South Korea

The distance between Mokpo and Iksan is around 160km (99 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 1h 5m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Mokpo to Iksan by train, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out IksanMokpo if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Iksan Station.

  • Duration1h 5m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩19,655($15)
Operated byKorail+ 1 others
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Taxi

Take a taxi to Iksan.

  • Duration1h 45m
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    ₩209,670($160)
Operated by

Nangman Call

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Drive

Drive to Iksan.

  • Duration1h 45m
  • Distance160km (99 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Mokpo and Iksan

There are several options for getting from Mokpo to Iksan by train, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₩19,655 ($15) and will take around 1h 5m.

The distance between Mokpo and Iksan is around 160km (99 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 139km (86 miles)

It takes around 1h 5m to get from Mokpo and Iksan by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 45m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Mokpo to Iksan is to take the train which takes around 1h 5m and will set you back approx ₩19,655 ($15).

The cheapest way to travel between Mokpo and Iksan, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₩19,655 ($15) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Mokpo and Iksan. It typically takes around 1h 5m and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Mokpo and Iksan with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 1h 5m.

Korail, Suseo High Speed Railway and Korail Mugunghwa run train services between Mokpo and Iksan. Trains depart hourly and will take around 1h 5m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Mokpo and Iksan. We recommend that you take the train to Iksan Station. instead which will take 1h 5m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Mokpo to Iksan. We recommend that you take the train to Iksan Station. instead which will take 1h 5m.

The closest major airport to Iksan is Gunsan Airport (KUV) (KUV) which is approximately 31km (19 miles) from Iksan. Gwangju Airport (KWJ) (KWJ) 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 Mokpo and Iksan. The distance is around 160km (99 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 45m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Mokpo to Iksan is to take the train which takes, on average, 1h 5m and will usually cost around ₩19,655 ($15).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Mokpo and Iksan

Transport options from Mokpo to Iksan
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
1h 5m
₩19,655($15)
hourly160km (99 miles)
Taxi
1h 45m
₩209,670($160)
on demand160km (99 miles)
Drive
1h 45m
₩26,210($20)
on demand160km (99 miles)

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Airports near Iksan

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

KUV
Gunsan Airport (KUV)
Domestic Airport
Distance
31km (19 miles) from Iksan
KWJ
Gwangju Airport (KWJ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
91km (56 miles) from Iksan
CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
99km (61 miles) from Iksan