How to travel from Pyeongtaek to Ulsan, South Korea

The distance between Pyeongtaek and Ulsan is around 314km (195 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 2h 10m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Pyeongtaek to Ulsan 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 UlsanPyeongtaek if you're planning a return trip.

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Train and Plane

Take the train to Yeongdeungpo Station then fly from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) to Ulsan (USN).

  • Duration2h 10m
  • Flight time1hr
  • Typical cost
    ₩111,385($85)
Operated by

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Train

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

  • Duration2h 25m
  • Departsevery 2 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩32,760($25)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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Bus

Take the bus to Seoul Express Bus Terminal and then to Ulsan Express Bus Terminal.

  • Duration5hrs
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩38,005($29)
Operated by

Ko Bus

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Drive

Drive to Ulsan.

  • Duration3h 20m
  • Distance314km (195 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Pyeongtaek and Ulsan

There are several options for getting from Pyeongtaek to Ulsan by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₩32,760 ($25) and will take around 2h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 2h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩111,385 ($85).

The distance between Pyeongtaek and Ulsan is around 314km (195 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 257km (160 miles)

It takes around 2h 25m to get from Pyeongtaek and Ulsan by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 20m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Pyeongtaek to Ulsan is to take the train and then fly which takes around 2h 10m and will set you back approx ₩111,385 ($85).

The cheapest way to travel between Pyeongtaek and Ulsan, if you exclude driving, is to take the train 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 Pyeongtaek and Ulsan. It typically takes around 2h 25m and departs every 2 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Pyeongtaek to Ulsan. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Asan Station and Singyeongju Station. These services run every 2 hours and will take a minimum of 2h 25m.

Korail, Suseo High Speed Railway and Korail Mugunghwa run train services between Pyeongtaek and Ulsan. Trains depart every 2 hours and will take around 2h 25m, 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 Pyeongtaek and Ulsan. It typically takes around 5hrs and departs hourly.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Pyeongtaek to Ulsan. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Seoul Express Bus Terminal. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 5hrs.

Ko Bus run regular bus services between Pyeongtaek and Ulsan. Buses run hourly and take around 5hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Pyeongtaek to Ulsan. We recommend that you take the train to Yeongdeungpo Station then fly from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) to Ulsan (USN). instead which will take 2h 10m.

The closest major airport to Ulsan is Ulsan Airport (USN) (USN) which is approximately 7km (5 miles) from Ulsan. Gimhae International Airport (PUS) (PUS) 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 Pyeongtaek and Ulsan. The distance is around 314km (195 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 Pyeongtaek to Ulsan is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 25m and will usually cost around ₩32,760 ($25).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Pyeongtaek and Ulsan

Transport options from Pyeongtaek to Ulsan
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train and Plane + 2 similar
2h 10m
₩111,385($85)
every 30 mins414km (257 miles)
Train, Plane and Bus3h 15m
₩58,970($45)
hourly486km (302 miles)
Train to Yeongdeungpo Station, plane and bus3h 35m
₩106,145($81)
hourly481km (299 miles)
Train
2h 25m
₩32,760($25)
every 2 hours327km (203 miles)
Bus
5hrs
₩38,005($29)
hourly439km (273 miles)
Drive
3h 20m
₩61,590($47)
on demand314km (195 miles)

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Airports near Ulsan

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

USN
Ulsan Airport (USN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
7km (5 miles) from Ulsan
PUS
Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
International Airport
Distance
52km (32 miles) from Ulsan
TAE
Daegu International Airport (TAE)
International Airport
Distance
73km (45 miles) from Ulsan