How to travel from Pohang to Yeosu, South Korea

The distance between Pohang and Yeosu is around 267km (166 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 25m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Pohang to Yeosu 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 YeosuPohang if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Pohang (KPO) to Yosu (RSU).

  • Duration2h 25m
  • Flight time2hrs
  • Typical cost
    ₩412,785($315)
Operated by

Jin Air

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Train

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

  • Duration3h 35m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩61,590($47)
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Bus

Take the bus to Busan Central Bus Terminal (Busan Donbu) and then to Yeocheon.

  • Duration4hrs
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    ₩32,760($25)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

1 similiar route

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Drive

Drive to Yeosu.

  • Duration3hrs
  • Distance267km (166 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Pohang and Yeosu

There are several options for getting from Pohang to Yeosu by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩32,760 ($25) and will take around 4hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩412,785 ($315).

The distance between Pohang and Yeosu is around 267km (166 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 211km (131 miles)

It takes around 3h 35m to get from Pohang and Yeosu by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3hrs to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Pohang to Yeosu is to fly which takes around 2h 25m and will set you back approx ₩412,785 ($315).

The cheapest way to travel between Pohang and Yeosu, 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 Pohang and Yeosu. It typically takes around 3h 35m and departs every 4 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Pohang to Yeosu. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Osong Station. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 3h 35m.

Korail run train services between Pohang and Yeosu. Trains depart every 4 hours 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 Pohang and Yeosu. It typically takes around 4hrs and departs every 20 mins.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Pohang to Yeosu. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Busan Central Bus Terminal (Busan Donbu). These services run every 20 mins and will take a minimum of 4hrs.

bus Tago, Ko Bus and TxBus run regular bus services between Pohang and Yeosu. Buses run every 20 mins and take around 4hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Pohang and Yeosu. Flights depart from Pohang (KPO) and arrive at Yosu (RSU) - via Seoul Gimpo (GMP). The flight takes around 2hrs.

There is no direct flight from Pohang to Yeosu. There is however a flight that goes via Seoul Gimpo (GMP). This services will take at least 2h 25m (not including layover time).

The flight from Pohang to Yeosu typically takes around 2hrs. Flights depart from Pohang (KPO) and and arrive into Yosu (RSU).

The closest major airport to Yeosu is Yeosu Airport (RSU) (RSU) which is approximately 11km (7 miles) from Yeosu. Sacheon Airport (HIN) (HIN) 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 Pohang and Yeosu. The distance is around 267km (166 miles) by road and it will take around 3hrs in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Pohang to Yeosu is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 35m and will usually cost around ₩61,590 ($47).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Pohang and Yeosu

Transport options from Pohang to Yeosu
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2h 25m
₩412,785($315)
on demand625km (388 miles)
Train
3h 35m
₩61,590($47)
every 4 hours505km (314 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
4hrs
₩32,760($25)
every 20 mins281km (175 miles)
Bus via Busan Sasang Bus Terminal4h 35m
₩35,380($27)
hourly299km (186 miles)
Drive
3hrs
₩43,245($33)
on demand267km (166 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Pohang and Yeosu

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Airlines

Airports near Yeosu

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

RSU
Yeosu Airport (RSU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
11km (7 miles) from Yeosu
HIN
Sacheon Airport (HIN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
54km (34 miles) from Yeosu
PUS
Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
International Airport
Distance
127km (79 miles) from Yeosu