How to travel from Namwon to Pohang, South Korea

The distance between Namwon and Pohang is around 225km (140 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 20m.

5 routes found

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

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

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Train

Take the train to Osong Station and then to Pohong Station.

  • Duration2h 50m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩47,175($36)
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Train and Plane

Take the train to Gwangmyeong Station then fly from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) to Pohang (KPO).

  • Duration3h 25m
  • Flight time1hr
  • Typical cost
    ₩124,490($95)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Bus

Take the bus to Busan Sasang Bus Terminal and then to Pohang.

  • Duration4h 30m
  • Departs4 times a day
  • Typical cost
    ₩32,760($25)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

1 similiar route

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Drive

Drive to Pohong station.

  • Duration2h 20m
  • Distance225km (140 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Namwon and Pohang

There are several options for getting from Namwon to Pohang by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩32,760 ($25) and will take around 4h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩44,555 ($34).

The distance between Namwon and Pohang is around 225km (140 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 193km (120 miles)

It takes around 2h 50m to get from Namwon and Pohang by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 20m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Namwon to Pohang is to drive which takes around 2h 20m and will set you back approx ₩44,555 ($34).

The cheapest way to travel between Namwon and Pohang, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩32,760 ($25) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Namwon and Pohang. It typically takes around 2h 50m and departs every 3 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Namwon to Pohang. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Osong Station. These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 2h 50m.

Korail run train services between Namwon and Pohang. Trains depart every 3 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 Namwon and Pohang. It typically takes around 4h 30m and departs 4 times a day.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Namwon to Pohang. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Busan Sasang Bus Terminal. These services run 4 times a day and will take a minimum of 4h 30m.

bus Tago, TxBus, Jeonbuk Express and Ko Bus run regular bus services between Namwon and Pohang. Buses run 4 times a day and take around 4h 30m 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 Pohang. We recommend that you take the train to Gwangmyeong Station then fly from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) to Pohang (KPO). instead which will take 3h 25m.

The closest major airport to Pohang is Pohang Airport (KPO) (KPO) which is approximately 13km (8 miles) from Pohang. Ulsan Airport (USN) (USN) and Daegu International Airport (TAE) (TAE) 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 Pohang. The distance is around 225km (140 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 20m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Namwon to Pohang is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 50m and will usually cost around ₩47,175 ($36).

How do I get from Namwon to Pohang

Compare travel optionsbetween Namwon and Pohang

Transport options from Namwon to Pohang
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 50m
₩47,175($36)
every 3 hours414km (257 miles)
Train and Plane
3h 25m
₩124,490($95)
every 2 hours599km (372 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
4h 30m
₩32,760($25)
4 times a day315km (196 miles)
Bus via Jeonju5h 10m
₩36,690($28)
hourly330km (205 miles)
Drive
2h 20m
₩44,555($34)
on demand225km (140 miles)

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Airports near Pohang

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

KPO
Pohang Airport (KPO)
Domestic Airport
Distance
13km (8 miles) from Pohang
USN
Ulsan Airport (USN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
53km (33 miles) from Pohang
TAE
Daegu International Airport (TAE)
International Airport
Distance
66km (41 miles) from Pohang