How to travel from Pyeongchang to Naju, South Korea

The distance between Pyeongchang and Naju is around 357km (222 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 30m.

8 routes found

We've found 8 different ways to get from Pyeongchang to Naju 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 NajuPyeongchang if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Wonju (WJU) to Gwangju (KWJ).

  • Duration3h 30m
  • Flight time2h 10m
  • Typical cost
    ₩153,320($115)
Operated by

Jin Air

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Train

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

  • Duration3h 35m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩74,695($57)
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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Dong Seoul Bus Terminal then take the train to Naju Station.

  • Duration4h 10m
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    ₩61,590($47)
Operated by

Multiple operators

2 similiar routes

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Drive

Drive to Naju.

  • Duration4h 35m
  • Distance378km (235 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Pyeongchang and Naju

There are several options for getting from Pyeongchang to Naju by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around ₩52,415 ($40) and will take around 6h 50m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩153,320 ($115).

The distance between Pyeongchang and Naju is around 357km (222 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 302km (188 miles)

It takes around 3h 35m to get from Pyeongchang and Naju by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 4h 35m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Pyeongchang to Naju is to fly which takes around 3h 30m and will set you back approx ₩153,320 ($115).

The cheapest way to travel between Pyeongchang and Naju, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around ₩52,415 ($40) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Pyeongchang and Naju. It typically takes around 3h 35m and departs every 4 hours.

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

Korail Mugunghwa, Korail and Suseo High Speed Railway run train services between Pyeongchang and Naju. 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

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Pyeongchang and Naju. We recommend that you fly from Wonju (WJU) to Gwangju (KWJ). instead which will take 3h 30m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Pyeongchang and Naju. Flights depart from Wonju (WJU) and arrive at Gwangju (KWJ) - via Cheju (CJU). The flight takes around 2h 10m.

There is no direct flight from Pyeongchang to Naju. There is however a flight that goes via Cheju (CJU). This services will take at least 3h 30m (not including layover time).

The flight from Pyeongchang to Naju typically takes around 2h 10m. Flights depart from Wonju (WJU) and and arrive into Gwangju (KWJ).

The closest major airport to Naju is Gwangju Airport (KWJ) (KWJ) which is approximately 16km (10 miles) from Naju. Jeju International Airport (CJU) (CJU) 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 Naju. The distance is around 378km (235 miles) by road and it will take around 4h 35m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Pyeongchang to Naju is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 35m and will usually cost around ₩74,695 ($57).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Pyeongchang and Naju

Transport options from Pyeongchang to Naju
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 2 similar
3h 30m
₩153,320($115)
hourly717km (446 miles)
Train and Plane4h 20m
₩125,800($95)
every 3 hours714km (443 miles)
Bus and Plane4h 20m
₩83,870($64)
5 times a day471km (293 miles)
Train
3h 35m
₩74,695($57)
every 4 hours357km (222 miles)
Bus and Train + 2 similar
4h 10m
₩61,590($47)
5 times a day464km (288 miles)
Bus to Dong Seoul Bus Terminal, Train4h 45m
₩57,660($44)
5 times a day487km (303 miles)
Bus to Dong Seoul Bus Terminal, train6h 50m
₩52,415($40)
5 times a day474km (294 miles)
Drive
4h 35m
₩73,385($56)
on demand378km (235 miles)

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Airports near Naju

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

KWJ
Gwangju Airport (KWJ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
16km (10 miles) from Naju
CJU
Jeju International Airport (CJU)
International Airport
Distance
169km (105 miles) from Naju
TAE
Daegu International Airport (TAE)
International Airport
Distance
200km (124 miles) from Naju