How to travel from Paju to Pyeongchang, South Korea

The distance between Paju and Pyeongchang is around 196km (122 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 25m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Paju to Pyeongchang by subway, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Train

Take the train to Cheongnyangni Station and then to Dunnae Station.

  • Duration2h 55m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩62,900($48)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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Bus

Take the bus to Dong Seoul Bus Terminal and then to Pyeongchang.

  • Duration4h 20m
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    ₩66,830($51)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

💰 Cheapest
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Train and Bus

Take the train to Wangsimni Station then take the bus to Pyeongchang.

  • Duration3h 20m
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    ₩31,450($24)
Operated by

Multiple operators

🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Pyeongchang.

  • Duration2h 25m
  • Distance196km (122 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Paju and Pyeongchang

There are several options for getting from Paju to Pyeongchang by subway, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the underground and then take the bus which costs around ₩31,450 ($24) and will take around 3h 20m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩38,005 ($29).

The distance between Paju and Pyeongchang is around 196km (122 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 148km (92 miles)

It takes around 2h 55m to get from Paju and Pyeongchang by subway and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 25m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Paju to Pyeongchang is to drive which takes around 2h 25m and will set you back approx ₩38,005 ($29).

The cheapest way to travel between Paju and Pyeongchang, if you exclude driving, is to take the underground and then take the bus which will typically cost around ₩31,450 ($24) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Paju and Pyeongchang. It typically takes around 2h 55m and departs every 3 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Paju to Pyeongchang. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Paju Station, Cheongnyangni Station and Dunnae Station. These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 2h 55m.

Seoul Metro and Korail run train services between Paju and Pyeongchang. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 2h 55m, 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 Pyeongchang. It typically takes around 4h 20m and departs 5 times a day.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Paju to Pyeongchang. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Uijeongbu Yonseiyoyang Hospital, Sineup 7tong and Dong Seoul Bus Terminal. These services run 5 times a day and will take a minimum of 4h 20m.

Seoul Public Transportation, bus Tago and TxBus run regular bus services between Paju and Pyeongchang. Buses run 5 times a day and take around 4h 20m 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 Pyeongchang. We recommend that you take the train to Cheongnyangni Station and then to Dunnae Station. instead which will take 2h 55m.

The closest major airport to Pyeongchang is Wonju Airport (WJU) (WJU) which is approximately 38km (24 miles) from Pyeongchang. Yangyang International Airport (YNY) (YNY) 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 Paju and Pyeongchang. The distance is around 196km (122 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 25m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Paju to Pyeongchang is to take the underground and then take the train which takes, on average, 2h 55m and will usually cost around ₩62,900 ($48).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Paju and Pyeongchang

Transport options from Paju to Pyeongchang
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 55m
₩62,900($48)
every 3 hours227km (141 miles)
Bus
4h 20m
₩66,830($51)
5 times a day255km (159 miles)
Train and Bus
3h 20m
₩31,450($24)
5 times a day214km (133 miles)
Drive
2h 25m
₩38,005($29)
on demand196km (122 miles)

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Airports near Pyeongchang

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

WJU
Wonju Airport (WJU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
38km (24 miles) from Pyeongchang
YNY
Yangyang International Airport (YNY)
International Airport
Distance
80km (50 miles) from Pyeongchang
CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
107km (67 miles) from Pyeongchang