How to travel from Samgong to Pohang, South Korea

The distance between Samgong and Pohang is around 194km (120 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 15m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Samgong to Pohang by taxi, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Daejeon and then to Pohang Express Bus Terminal.

  • Duration3h 60m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    ₩53,730($41)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

1 similiar route

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Taxi and Train

Take a taxi to Yeongdong Station then take the train to Pohong Station.

  • Duration2h 25m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩85,180($65)
Operated by

Multiple operators

2 similiar routes

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Drive

Drive to Pohong station.

  • Duration2h 15m
  • Distance194km (120 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Samgong and Pohang

There are several options for getting from Samgong to Pohang by taxi, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩53,730 ($41) and will take around 3h 60m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩38,005 ($29).

The distance between Samgong and Pohang is around 194km (120 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 142km (88 miles)

It takes around 2h 25m to get from Samgong and Pohang by taxi and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 15m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Samgong to Pohang is to drive which takes around 2h 15m and will set you back approx ₩38,005 ($29).

The cheapest way to travel between Samgong and Pohang, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩53,730 ($41) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Samgong and Pohang. We recommend that you drive to Pohong station. instead which will take 2h 15m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Samgong and Pohang. It typically takes around 3h 60m and departs every 20 mins.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Samgong to Pohang. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Muju and Daejeon. These services run every 20 mins and will take a minimum of 3h 60m.

TxBus, Ko Bus and bus Tago run regular bus services between Samgong and Pohang. Buses run every 20 mins and take around 3h 60m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Samgong to Pohang. We recommend that you take a taxi to Yeongdong Station then take the train to Pohong Station. instead which will take 2h 25m.

The closest major airport to Pohang is Pohang Airport (KPO) (KPO) which is approximately 13km (8 miles) from Pohang. 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 Samgong and Pohang. The distance is around 194km (120 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 15m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Samgong to Pohang is to take a taxi and then take the train which takes, on average, 2h 25m and will usually cost around ₩85,180 ($65).

How do I get from Samgong to Pohang

Compare travel optionsbetween Samgong and Pohang

Transport options from Samgong to Pohang
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus + 1 similar
3h 60m
₩53,730($41)
every 20 mins299km (186 miles)
Bus via Daejeon5h 25m
₩64,210($49)
every 4 hours382km (237 miles)
Taxi and Train + 2 similar
2h 25m
₩85,180($65)
hourly293km (182 miles)
Bus and Train2h 35m
₩56,350($43)
hourly289km (180 miles)
Taxi to Yeongdong Station, train2h 50m
₩74,695($57)
hourly242km (150 miles)
Drive
2h 15m
₩38,005($29)
on demand194km (120 miles)

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Airports near Pohang

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

KPO
Pohang Airport (KPO)
Domestic Airport
Distance
13km (8 miles) from Pohang
USN
Ulsan Airport (USN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
53km (33 miles) from Pohang
TAE
Daegu International Airport (TAE)
International Airport
Distance
66km (41 miles) from Pohang