The distance between Paju and Gyeongju is around 363km (226 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the underground and then fly which takes around 2h 35m.
We've found 9 different ways to get from Paju to Gyeongju by subway, 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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Take the train to Digital Media City Station then fly from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) to Pohang (KPO).
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Take the train to Yongsan Station and then to Singyeongju Station.
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Take the bus to Gyeongju.
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Take the train to Oksu Station then take the bus to Gyeongju Express Bus Terminal.
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There are several options for getting from Paju to Gyeongju by subway, train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the underground and then take the bus which costs around ₩40,625 ($31) and will take around 4h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the underground and then fly and arrive in approximately 2h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩107,455 ($82).
The distance between Paju and Gyeongju is around 363km (226 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 305km (190 miles)
It takes around 3h 35m to get from Paju and Gyeongju by subway and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 55m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Paju to Gyeongju is to take the underground and then fly which takes around 2h 35m and will set you back approx ₩107,455 ($82).
The cheapest way to travel between Paju and Gyeongju, if you exclude driving, is to take the underground and then take the bus which will typically cost around ₩40,625 ($31) for a standard one-way ticket.
Yes there is a train service that runs between Paju and Gyeongju. It typically takes around 3h 35m and departs hourly.
There are no direct train services that runs from Paju to Gyeongju. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Paju Station, Yongsan Station, Seoul Station and Singyeongju Station. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 3h 35m.
Seoul Metro and Korail run train services between Paju and Gyeongju. Trains depart hourly and will take around 3h 35m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.
Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Paju and Gyeongju. It typically takes around 5h 10m and departs 4 times a day.
There are no direct bus services that runs from Paju to Gyeongju. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Sinseonggyo Garage and Baekseokdong. These services run 4 times a day and will take a minimum of 5h 10m.
bus Tago run regular bus services between Paju and Gyeongju. Buses run 4 times a day and take around 5h 10m on average but will vary depending on you book with.
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Paju to Gyeongju. We recommend that you take the train to Digital Media City Station then fly from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) to Pohang (KPO). instead which will take 2h 35m.
The closest major airport to Gyeongju is Ulsan Airport (USN) (USN) which is approximately 28km (17 miles) from Gyeongju. Daegu International Airport (TAE) (TAE) and Gimhae International Airport (PUS) (PUS) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Yes it is possible to drive from Paju and Gyeongju. The distance is around 363km (226 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 55m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Paju to Gyeongju is to take the underground and then take the train which takes, on average, 3h 35m and will usually cost around ₩52,415 ($40).
Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
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Train and Plane + 4 similar | 2h 35m | ₩107,455($82) | hourly | 383km (238 miles) |
Train to Digital Media City Station, plane | 3h 20m | ₩437,685($335) | hourly | 409km (254 miles) |
Train, Plane and Bus | 3h 10m | ₩68,145($52) | hourly | 464km (288 miles) |
Train to Digital Media City Station, plane and bus | 3h 35m | ₩114,010($87) | hourly | 436km (271 miles) |
Train to Incheon Int'l Airport T1, plane and bus | 3h 50m | ₩812,470($620) | hourly | 512km (318 miles) |
Train | 3h 35m | ₩52,415($40) | hourly | 397km (247 miles) |
Bus | 5h 10m | ₩53,730($41) | 4 times a day | 402km (250 miles) |
Train and Bus | 4h 45m | ₩40,625($31) | hourly | 382km (238 miles) |
Drive | 3h 55m | ₩70,765($54) | on demand | 363km (226 miles) |
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The following major airports near Gyeongju offer regular flights to various popular destinations within South Korea and internationally.