How to travel from Naju to Wonju, South Korea

The distance between Naju and Wonju is around 344km (214 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 35m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Naju to Wonju by train, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Gwangju (KWJ) to Wonju (WJU).

  • Duration2h 35m
  • Flight time2hrs
  • Typical cost
    ₩283,055($215)
Operated by

Jin Air

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Train via Osong Station

Take the train to Osong Station then Jecheon Station and then to Wonju Station.

  • Duration3h 20m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩35,380($27)

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Bus

Take the bus to Seoul Central City Bus Terminal and then to Wonju.

  • Duration5h 30m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    ₩40,625($31)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Drive

Drive to Wŏnju.

  • Duration3h 50m
  • Distance344km (214 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Naju and Wonju

There are several options for getting from Naju to Wonju by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₩35,380 ($27) and will take around 3h 20m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩283,055 ($215).

The distance between Naju and Wonju is around 344km (214 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 278km (173 miles)

It takes around 3h 20m to get from Naju and Wonju by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 50m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Naju to Wonju is to fly which takes around 2h 35m and will set you back approx ₩283,055 ($215).

The cheapest way to travel between Naju and Wonju, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₩35,380 ($27) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Naju and Wonju. It typically takes around 3h 20m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Naju to Wonju. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Gwangmyeong Station and Seoul Station. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 3h 20m.

Korail, Suseo High Speed Railway and Korail Mugunghwa run train services between Naju and Wonju. Trains depart hourly and will take around 3h 20m, 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 Naju and Wonju. It typically takes around 5h 30m and departs twice daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Naju to Wonju. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Seoul Central City Bus Terminal. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 5h 30m.

Easy Ticket and Ko Bus run regular bus services between Naju and Wonju. Buses run twice daily and take around 5h 30m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Naju and Wonju. Flights depart from Gwangju (KWJ) and arrive at Wonju (WJU) - via Cheju (CJU). The flight takes around 2hrs.

There is no direct flight from Naju to Wonju. There is however a flight that goes via Cheju (CJU). This services will take at least 2h 35m (not including layover time).

The flight from Naju to Wonju typically takes around 2hrs. Flights depart from Gwangju (KWJ) and and arrive into Wonju (WJU).

The closest major airport to Wonju is Wonju Airport (WJU) (WJU) which is approximately 14km (9 miles) from Wonju. Cheongju International Airport (CJJ) (CJJ) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) (GMP) 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 Naju and Wonju. The distance is around 344km (214 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 50m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Naju to Wonju is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 20m and will usually cost around ₩48,485 ($37).

How do I get from Naju to Wonju

Compare travel optionsbetween Naju and Wonju

Transport options from Naju to Wonju
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2h 35m
₩283,055($215)
hourly671km (417 miles)
Train via Osong Station + 1 similar
3h 20m
₩35,380($27)
every 3 hours374km (233 miles)
Train3h 20m
₩48,485($37)
hourly430km (267 miles)
Bus
5h 30m
₩40,625($31)
twice daily412km (256 miles)
Drive
3h 50m
₩66,830($51)
on demand344km (214 miles)

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Airports near Wonju

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

WJU
Wonju Airport (WJU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
14km (9 miles) from Wonju
CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
76km (47 miles) from Wonju
GMP
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
International Airport
Distance
102km (64 miles) from Wonju