How to travel from Namwon to Cheonan, South Korea

The distance between Namwon and Cheonan is around 174km (108 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 1h 30m.

5 routes found

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

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

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Train

Take the train to Cheonan Asan Station.

  • Duration1h 30m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩23,590($18)

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Bus

Take the bus to Jeonju and then to Cheongju.

  • Duration4h 10m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩20,965($16)
Operated by

Jeonbuk Express

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Taxi

Take a taxi to Cheonan.

  • Duration1h 55m
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    ₩209,670($160)
Operated by

Multiple taxi operators

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Drive

Drive to Cheonan.

  • Duration1h 55m
  • Distance174km (108 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Namwon and Cheonan

There are several options for getting from Namwon to Cheonan by train, bus, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₩11,795 ($9) and will take around 2h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and arrive in approximately 1h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩23,590 ($18).

The distance between Namwon and Cheonan is around 174km (108 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 158km (98 miles)

It takes around 1h 30m to get from Namwon and Cheonan by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 55m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Namwon to Cheonan is to take the train which takes around 1h 30m and will set you back approx ₩23,590 ($18).

The cheapest way to travel between Namwon and Cheonan, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₩11,795 ($9) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Namwon and Cheonan. It typically takes around 1h 30m and departs every 3 hours.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Namwon and Cheonan with no changeovers required. The train runs every 4 hours and takes 2h 55m.

Korail and Korail Mugunghwa run train services between Namwon and Cheonan. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 1h 30m, 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 Namwon and Cheonan. It typically takes around 4h 10m and departs hourly.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Namwon to Cheonan. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Jeonju and Cheongju. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 4h 10m.

bus Tago and Jeonbuk Express run regular bus services between Namwon and Cheonan. Buses run hourly and take around 4h 10m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Namwon to Cheonan. We recommend that you take the train to Cheonan Asan Station. instead which will take 1h 30m.

The closest major airport to Cheonan is Cheongju International Airport (CJJ) (CJJ) which is approximately 35km (22 miles) from Cheonan. Gimpo International Airport (GMP) (GMP) and Incheon International Airport (ICN) (ICN) 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 Namwon and Cheonan. The distance is around 174km (108 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 55m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Namwon to Cheonan is to take the train which takes, on average, 1h 30m and will usually cost around ₩23,590 ($18).

How do I get from Namwon to Cheonan

Compare travel optionsbetween Namwon and Cheonan

Transport options from Namwon to Cheonan
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train + 1 similar
1h 30m
₩23,590($18)
every 3 hours202km (126 miles)
Train to Cheonan Station2h 55m
₩11,795($9)
every 4 hours233km (144 miles)
Bus
4h 10m
₩20,965($16)
hourly227km (141 miles)
Taxi
1h 55m
₩209,670($160)
on demand174km (108 miles)
Drive
1h 55m
₩34,070($26)
on demand174km (108 miles)

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Airports near Cheonan

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

CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
35km (22 miles) from Cheonan
GMP
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
International Airport
Distance
87km (54 miles) from Cheonan
ICN
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
International Airport
Distance
92km (57 miles) from Cheonan