How to travel from Seogwipo to Gyeongju, South Korea
The distance between Seogwipo and Gyeongju is around 421km (262 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the bus and then fly which takes around 2h 45m.
9 routes found
We've found 9 different ways to get from Seogwipo to Gyeongju by bus, plane, train, ferry and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Gyeongju → Seogwipo if you're planning a return trip.
Bus and Plane
Take the bus to Jeju Bus Terminal then fly from Cheju (CJU) to Pohang (KPO).
- Duration2h 45m
- Flight time1h 10m
- Typical cost₩120,560($90)
Multiple operators
3 similiar routes
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Ferry to Yeosu, train
Take a ferry to Yeosu then take the train to Osong Station and then to Singyeongju Station.
- Duration10h 10m
- Departs6 times a week
- Typical cost₩425,890($325)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Sangchuja and then to Haenam Usuyeong then take the train to Osong Station and then to Singyeongju Station.
- Duration7h 5m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost₩104,835($80)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Seogwipo and Gyeongju
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Seogwipo to Gyeongju by bus, plane, train, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around ₩93,040 ($71) and will take around 8h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the bus and then fly and arrive in approximately 2h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩120,560 ($90).
The distance between Seogwipo and Gyeongju is around 421km (262 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 374km (233 miles)
It takes around 2h 45m to get from Seogwipo and Gyeongju by bus and plane.
The quickest way to get from Seogwipo to Gyeongju is to take the bus and then fly which takes around 2h 45m and will set you back approx ₩120,560 ($90).
The cheapest way to travel between Seogwipo and Gyeongju is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around ₩93,040 ($71) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Seogwipo and Gyeongju. We recommend that you take the bus to Jeju Bus Terminal then fly from Cheju (CJU) to Pohang (KPO). instead which will take 2h 45m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Seogwipo and Gyeongju. We recommend that you take the bus to Jeju Bus Terminal then fly from Cheju (CJU) to Pohang (KPO). instead which will take 2h 45m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Seogwipo to Gyeongju. We recommend that you take the bus to Jeju Bus Terminal then fly from Cheju (CJU) to Pohang (KPO). instead which will take 2h 45m.
The closest major airport to Gyeongju is Ulsan Airport (USN) (USN) which is approximately 28km (17 miles) from Gyeongju. Daegu International Airport (TAE) (TAE) and Gimhae International Airport (PUS) (PUS) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Seogwipo to Gyeongju. We recommend that you take the bus to Jeju Bus Terminal then fly from Cheju (CJU) to Pohang (KPO). instead which will take 2h 45m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Seogwipo to Gyeongju is to take the bus and then fly which takes, on average, 2h 45m and will usually cost around ₩120,560 ($90).
Compare travel optionsbetween Seogwipo and Gyeongju
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus and Plane + 3 similar | 2h 45m | ₩120,560($90) | hourly | 468km (291 miles) |
| Bus to Jeju Bus Terminal, plane | 3h 15m | ₩95,660($73) | hourly | 421km (262 miles) |
| Bus, Plane and Train | 2h 50m | ₩114,010($87) | hourly | 435km (270 miles) |
| Bus to Jeju Bus Terminal, plane and train | 3h 40m | ₩128,425($100) | hourly | 463km (288 miles) |
Ferry to Yeosu, train + 1 similar | 10h 10m | ₩425,890($325) | 6 times a week | 745km (463 miles) |
| Bus, Ferry and Train | 14h 60m | ₩209,670($160) | 3 times a week | 497km (309 miles) |
Ferry and Train + 2 similar | 7h 5m | ₩104,835($80) | once daily | 707km (439 miles) |
| Ferry and Car | 7h 25m | ₩174,290($135) | every 20 mins | 500km (311 miles) |
| Ferry and Bus | 8h 40m | ₩93,040($71) | twice daily | 568km (353 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Seogwipo and Gyeongju
Airlines
Jin Air
Air Busan
Jeju Air
Asiana Airlines
Train operators
Suseo High Speed Railway
Ferry operators
Seaworld Express Ferry
HanilExpress
MS Ferry
Bus companies
Jeju Island Buses
Ko Bus
Airports near Gyeongju
The following major airports near Gyeongju offer regular flights to various popular destinations within South Korea and internationally.
Ulsan Airport (USN)
- Distance
- 28km (17 miles) from Gyeongju
Daegu International Airport (TAE)
- Distance
- 51km (31 miles) from Gyeongju
Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
- Distance
- 73km (45 miles) from Gyeongju