How to travel from Namwon to Seosan, South Korea

The distance between Namwon and Seosan is around 215km (133 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 Seosan 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 SeosanNamwon if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Iksan Station and then to Hongseong Station.

  • Duration3hrs
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩60,280($46)
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Train, Plane and Bus

Take the train to Yeocheon Station then fly from Yosu (RSU) to Seoul Gimpo (GMP) then take the bus to Seosan.

  • Duration4h 20m
  • Flight time55min
  • Typical cost
    ₩107,455($82)
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Bus

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

  • Duration4h 40m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩36,690($28)
Operated by

Ko Bus

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Drive

Drive to Seosan.

  • Duration2h 20m
  • Distance219km (136 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Namwon and Seosan

There are several options for getting from Namwon to Seosan by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩32,760 ($25) and will take around 5h 50m. 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 ₩43,245 ($33).

The distance between Namwon and Seosan is around 215km (133 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 173km (108 miles)

It takes around 3hrs to get from Namwon and Seosan 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 Seosan is to drive which takes around 2h 20m and will set you back approx ₩43,245 ($33).

The cheapest way to travel between Namwon and Seosan, 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 Seosan. It typically takes around 3hrs and departs every 3 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Namwon to Seosan. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Iksan Station and Hongseong Station. These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 3hrs.

Korail and Korail Mugunghwa run train services between Namwon and Seosan. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 3hrs, 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 Seosan. It typically takes around 4h 40m and departs every 4 hours.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Namwon to Seosan. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Seoul Central City Bus Terminal. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 4h 40m.

Ko Bus, bus Tago, Jeonbuk Express and TxBus run regular bus services between Namwon and Seosan. Buses run every 4 hours and take around 4h 40m 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 Seosan. We recommend that you take the train to Yeocheon Station then fly from Yosu (RSU) to Seoul Gimpo (GMP) then take the bus to Seosan. instead which will take 4h 20m.

The closest major airport to Seosan is Incheon International Airport (ICN) (ICN) which is approximately 74km (46 miles) from Seosan. Gimpo International Airport (GMP) (GMP) 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 Namwon and Seosan. The distance is around 219km (136 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 Seosan is to take the train which takes, on average, 3hrs and will usually cost around ₩60,280 ($46).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Namwon and Seosan

Transport options from Namwon to Seosan
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
3hrs
₩60,280($46)
every 3 hours215km (133 miles)
Train, Plane and Bus
4h 20m
₩107,455($82)
hourly551km (342 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
4h 40m
₩36,690($28)
every 4 hours374km (232 miles)
Bus via Jeonju5h 50m
₩32,760($25)
hourly303km (188 miles)
Drive
2h 20m
₩43,245($33)
on demand219km (136 miles)

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Airports near Seosan

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

ICN
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
International Airport
Distance
74km (46 miles) from Seosan
GMP
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
International Airport
Distance
92km (57 miles) from Seosan
CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
93km (58 miles) from Seosan