How to travel from Namhae to Jeongeup, South Korea

The distance between Namhae and Jeongeup is around 195km (121 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 10m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Namhae to Jeongeup by bus, train 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 Suncheon Station then Iksan Station and then to Jeongeup Station.

  • Duration2h 55m
  • Departs4 times a day
  • Typical cost
    ₩47,175($36)
💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Gwangju and then to Jeongeup.

  • Duration3hrs
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩34,070($26)
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Multiple bus operators

🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Jeongeup.

  • Duration2h 10m
  • Distance195km (121 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Namhae and Jeongeup

There are several options for getting from Namhae to Jeongeup by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩34,070 ($26) and will take around 3hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩38,005 ($29).

The distance between Namhae and Jeongeup is around 195km (121 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 126km (78 miles)

It takes around 3hrs to get from Namhae and Jeongeup by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 10m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Namhae to Jeongeup is to drive which takes around 2h 10m and will set you back approx ₩38,005 ($29).

The cheapest way to travel between Namhae and Jeongeup, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩34,070 ($26) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Namhae and Jeongeup. It typically takes around 2h 55m and departs 4 times a day.

There are no direct train services that runs from Namhae to Jeongeup. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Jinju Station, Suncheon Station, Iksan Station and Jeongeup Station. These services run 4 times a day and will take a minimum of 2h 55m.

Korail Mugunghwa, Korail and Suseo High Speed Railway run train services between Namhae and Jeongeup. Trains depart 4 times a day and will take around 2h 55m, 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 Namhae and Jeongeup. It typically takes around 3hrs and departs every 4 hours.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Namhae to Jeongeup. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Gwangju and Jeongeup. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 3hrs.

Ko Bus and TxBus run regular bus services between Namhae and Jeongeup. Buses run every 4 hours and take around 3hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Namhae to Jeongeup. We recommend that you take the bus to Gwangju and then to Jeongeup. instead which will take 3hrs.

The closest major airport to Jeongeup is Gunsan Airport (KUV) (KUV) which is approximately 42km (26 miles) from Jeongeup. 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 Namhae and Jeongeup. The distance is around 195km (121 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 Namhae to Jeongeup is to take the bus which takes, on average, 3hrs and will usually cost around ₩34,070 ($26).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Namhae and Jeongeup

Transport options from Namhae to Jeongeup
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 55m
₩47,175($36)
4 times a day267km (166 miles)
Bus
3hrs
₩34,070($26)
every 4 hours227km (141 miles)
Drive
2h 10m
₩38,005($29)
on demand195km (121 miles)

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Airports near Jeongeup

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

KUV
Gunsan Airport (KUV)
Domestic Airport
Distance
42km (26 miles) from Jeongeup
KWJ
Gwangju Airport (KWJ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
49km (30 miles) from Jeongeup
CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
140km (87 miles) from Jeongeup