How to travel from Pyeongchang to Gyeongju, South Korea

The distance between Pyeongchang and Gyeongju is around 261km (162 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 3hrs.

7 routes found

We've found 7 different ways to get from Pyeongchang to Gyeongju 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 GyeongjuPyeongchang if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

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

  • Duration4h 20m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩94,350($72)
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Bus to Dong Seoul Bus Terminal, Fly

Take the bus to Dong Seoul Bus Terminal then fly from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) to Pohang (KPO).

  • Duration4h 40m
  • Flight time1hr
  • Typical cost
    ₩116,630($89)
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Multiple operators

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Bus

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

  • Duration6h 5m
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    ₩47,175($36)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

2 similiar routes

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Drive

Drive to Gyeongju.

  • Duration3hrs
  • Distance261km (162 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Pyeongchang and Gyeongju

There are several options for getting from Pyeongchang to Gyeongju by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩40,625 ($31) and will take around 6h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 3hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩51,105 ($39).

The distance between Pyeongchang and Gyeongju is around 261km (162 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 188km (117 miles)

It takes around 4h 20m to get from Pyeongchang and Gyeongju by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3hrs to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Pyeongchang to Gyeongju is to drive which takes around 3hrs and will set you back approx ₩51,105 ($39).

The cheapest way to travel between Pyeongchang and Gyeongju, if you exclude driving, is to 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 Pyeongchang and Gyeongju. It typically takes around 4h 20m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Pyeongchang to Gyeongju. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Pyeongchang Station, Seoul Station and Singyeongju Station. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 4h 20m.

Korail run train services between Pyeongchang and Gyeongju. Trains depart hourly and will take around 4h 20m, 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 Pyeongchang and Gyeongju. It typically takes around 6h 5m and departs 5 times a day.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Pyeongchang to Gyeongju. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Dong Seoul Bus Terminal. These services run 5 times a day and will take a minimum of 6h 5m.

TxBus, bus Tago and Ko Bus run regular bus services between Pyeongchang and Gyeongju. Buses run 5 times a day and take around 6h 5m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Pyeongchang to Gyeongju. We recommend that you take the bus to Dong Seoul Bus Terminal then fly from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) to Gimhae (PUS) then take the bus to Gyeongju. instead which will take 5h 20m.

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 Pyeongchang and Gyeongju. The distance is around 261km (162 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 Pyeongchang to Gyeongju is to take the train which takes, on average, 4h 20m and will usually cost around ₩94,350 ($72).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Pyeongchang and Gyeongju

Transport options from Pyeongchang to Gyeongju
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
4h 20m
₩94,350($72)
hourly536km (333 miles)
Bus to Dong Seoul Bus Terminal, Fly + 1 similar
4h 40m
₩116,630($89)
5 times a day517km (321 miles)
Bus and Plane5h 20m
₩85,180($65)
5 times a day598km (372 miles)
Bus + 2 similar
6h 5m
₩47,175($36)
5 times a day467km (290 miles)
Bus via Wonju6h 45m
₩40,625($31)
4 times a day392km (244 miles)
Bus via Wonju7hrs
₩48,485($37)
4 times a day489km (304 miles)
Drive
3hrs
₩51,105($39)
on demand261km (162 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