How to travel from Pyeongchang to Jeonju, South Korea

The distance between Pyeongchang and Jeonju is around 272km (169 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 3h 20m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Pyeongchang to Jeonju by 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 JeonjuPyeongchang if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

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

  • Duration4h 15m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩83,870($64)
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Bus

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

  • Duration4h 55m
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    ₩39,315($30)
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Drive

Drive to Jeonju.

  • Duration3h 20m
  • Distance272km (169 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Pyeongchang and Jeonju

There are several options for getting from Pyeongchang to Jeonju by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩35,380 ($27) and will take around 7h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 3h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩53,730 ($41).

The distance between Pyeongchang and Jeonju is around 272km (169 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 205km (127 miles)

It takes around 4h 15m to get from Pyeongchang and Jeonju by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 20m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Pyeongchang to Jeonju is to drive which takes around 3h 20m and will set you back approx ₩53,730 ($41).

The cheapest way to travel between Pyeongchang and Jeonju, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩35,380 ($27) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Pyeongchang and Jeonju. It typically takes around 4h 15m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Pyeongchang to Jeonju. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Pyeongchang Station, Seoul Station and Gwangmyeong Station. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 4h 15m.

Korail run train services between Pyeongchang and Jeonju. Trains depart hourly and will take around 4h 15m, 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 Jeonju. It typically takes around 4h 55m and departs 5 times a day.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Pyeongchang to Jeonju. 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 4h 55m.

TxBus, Easy Ticket, bus Tago and Cheongju Bus Terminal run regular bus services between Pyeongchang and Jeonju. Buses run 5 times a day and take around 4h 55m 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 Jeonju. We recommend that you take the train to Seoul Station and then to Jeonju Station. instead which will take 4h 15m.

The closest major airport to Jeonju is Gunsan Airport (KUV) (KUV) which is approximately 49km (30 miles) from Jeonju. Cheongju International Airport (CJJ) (CJJ) and Daegu International Airport (TAE) (TAE) 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 Jeonju. The distance is around 272km (169 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 20m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Pyeongchang to Jeonju is to take the train which takes, on average, 4h 15m and will usually cost around ₩83,870 ($64).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Pyeongchang and Jeonju

Transport options from Pyeongchang to Jeonju
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
4h 15m
₩83,870($64)
hourly459km (285 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
4h 55m
₩39,315($30)
5 times a day358km (222 miles)
Bus via Wonju7h 40m
₩35,380($27)
4 times a day377km (235 miles)
Drive
3h 20m
₩53,730($41)
on demand272km (169 miles)

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Airports near Jeonju

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

KUV
Gunsan Airport (KUV)
Domestic Airport
Distance
49km (30 miles) from Jeonju
CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
105km (65 miles) from Jeonju
TAE
Daegu International Airport (TAE)
International Airport
Distance
135km (84 miles) from Jeonju