How to travel from Samcheok to Busan, South Korea

The distance between Samcheok and Busan is around 274km (171 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the bus which takes around 3h 45m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Samcheok to Busan by bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Bus

Take the bus to Busan Central Bus Terminal.

  • Duration3h 45m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₩32,760($25)
Operated by

bus Tago

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Train

Take the train to Gangneung Station, Seoul Station then Ulsan Station and then to Busan Station.

  • Duration5h 50m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    ₩87,800($67)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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Drive

Drive to Sasang Bus Terminal.

  • Duration3h 50m
  • Distance287km (179 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Samcheok and Busan

There are several options for getting from Samcheok to Busan by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩32,760 ($25) and will take around 3h 45m.

The distance between Samcheok and Busan is around 274km (171 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 250km (156 miles)

It takes around 3h 45m to get from Samcheok and Busan by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 50m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Samcheok to Busan is to take the bus which takes around 3h 45m and will set you back approx ₩32,760 ($25).

The cheapest way to travel between Samcheok and Busan, 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 Samcheok and Busan. It typically takes around 5h 50m and departs twice daily.

There are no direct train services that runs from Samcheok to Busan. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Gangneung Station, Seoul Station and Ulsan Station. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 5h 50m.

Sea Train, Korail and Suseo High Speed Railway run train services between Samcheok and Busan. Trains depart twice daily and will take around 5h 50m, 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 Samcheok and Busan. It typically takes around 3h 45m and departs once daily.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Samcheok and Busan with no changeovers required. The bus runs once daily and takes 3h 45m.

bus Tago, Samcheok Bus Terminal and Ko Bus run regular bus services between Samcheok and Busan. Buses run once daily and take around 3h 45m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Samcheok to Busan. We recommend that you take the bus to Busan Central Bus Terminal. instead which will take 3h 45m.

The closest major airport to Busan is Gimhae International Airport (PUS) (PUS) which is approximately 11km (7 miles) from Busan. Ulsan Airport (USN) (USN) 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 Samcheok and Busan. The distance is around 287km (179 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 50m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Samcheok to Busan is to take the bus which takes, on average, 3h 45m and will usually cost around ₩32,760 ($25).

How do I get from Samcheok to Busan

Compare travel optionsbetween Samcheok and Busan

Transport options from Samcheok to Busan
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus + 1 similar
3h 45m
₩32,760($25)
once daily274km (171 miles)
Bus via Dongdaegu5h 40m
₩41,935($32)
every 4 hours346km (215 miles)
Train
5h 50m
₩87,800($67)
twice daily692km (430 miles)
Drive
3h 50m
₩56,350($43)
on demand287km (179 miles)

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Airports near Busan

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

PUS
Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
International Airport
Distance
11km (7 miles) from Busan
USN
Ulsan Airport (USN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
53km (33 miles) from Busan
TAE
Daegu International Airport (TAE)
International Airport
Distance
89km (55 miles) from Busan