How to travel from Paju to Gyeongju, South Korea

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.

9 routes found

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.

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

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Train and Plane

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

  • Duration2h 35m
  • Flight time1hr
  • Typical cost
    ₩107,455($82)
Operated by

Multiple operators

4 similiar routes

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Train

Take the train to Yongsan Station and then to Singyeongju Station.

  • Duration3h 35m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩52,415($40)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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Bus

Take the bus to Gyeongju.

  • Duration5h 10m
  • Departs4 times a day
  • Typical cost
    ₩53,730($41)
Operated by

bus Tago

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Train and Bus

Take the train to Oksu Station then take the bus to Gyeongju Express Bus Terminal.

  • Duration4h 45m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩40,625($31)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Gyeongju.

  • Duration3h 55m
  • Distance363km (226 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Paju and Gyeongju

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.

Train travel

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.

Bus travel

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.

Flights and Airlines

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.

Drive yourself

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).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Paju and Gyeongju

Transport options from Paju to Gyeongju
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train and Plane + 4 similar
2h 35m
₩107,455($82)
hourly383km (238 miles)
Train to Digital Media City Station, plane3h 20m
₩437,685($335)
hourly409km (254 miles)
Train, Plane and Bus3h 10m
₩68,145($52)
hourly464km (288 miles)
Train to Digital Media City Station, plane and bus3h 35m
₩114,010($87)
hourly436km (271 miles)
Train to Incheon Int'l Airport T1, plane and bus3h 50m
₩812,470($620)
hourly512km (318 miles)
Train
3h 35m
₩52,415($40)
hourly397km (247 miles)
Bus
5h 10m
₩53,730($41)
4 times a day402km (250 miles)
Train and Bus
4h 45m
₩40,625($31)
hourly382km (238 miles)
Drive
3h 55m
₩70,765($54)
on demand363km (226 miles)

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Airports near Gyeongju

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

USN
Ulsan Airport (USN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
28km (17 miles) from Gyeongju
TAE
Daegu International Airport (TAE)
International Airport
Distance
51km (31 miles) from Gyeongju
PUS
Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
International Airport
Distance
73km (45 miles) from Gyeongju