How to travel from Seogwipo to Pohang, South Korea
The distance between Seogwipo and Pohang is around 437km (271 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the bus and then fly which takes around 2h 20m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Seogwipo to Pohang 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 Pohang → 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 20m
- Flight time1h 10m
- Typical cost₩120,560($90)
Multiple operators
2 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 Pohong Station.
- Duration10h 15m
- Departs6 times a week
- Typical cost₩423,270($325)
Multiple operators
Bus and Ferry
Take the bus to Donggwangyang then take a ferry to Busan then take the bus to Pohang.
- Duration16h 20m
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical cost₩205,740($155)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Sangchuja and then to Haenam Usuyeong then take the train to Osong Station and then to Pohong Station.
- Duration7h 10m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost₩102,215($78)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Seogwipo and Pohang
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Seogwipo to Pohang 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 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the bus and then fly and arrive in approximately 2h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩120,560 ($90).
The distance between Seogwipo and Pohang is around 437km (271 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 406km (252 miles)
It takes around 2h 20m to get from Seogwipo and Pohang by bus and plane.
The quickest way to get from Seogwipo to Pohang is to take the bus and then fly which takes around 2h 20m and will set you back approx ₩120,560 ($90).
The cheapest way to travel between Seogwipo and Pohang 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 Pohang. We recommend that you take the bus to Jeju Bus Terminal then fly from Cheju (CJU) to Pohang (KPO). instead which will take 2h 20m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Seogwipo and Pohang. We recommend that you take the bus to Jeju Bus Terminal then fly from Cheju (CJU) to Pohang (KPO). instead which will take 2h 20m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Seogwipo to Pohang. We recommend that you take the bus to Jeju Bus Terminal then fly from Cheju (CJU) to Pohang (KPO). instead which will take 2h 20m.
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
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Seogwipo to Pohang. We recommend that you take the bus to Jeju Bus Terminal then fly from Cheju (CJU) to Pohang (KPO). instead which will take 2h 20m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Seogwipo to Pohang is to take the bus and then fly which takes, on average, 2h 20m and will usually cost around ₩120,560 ($90).
Compare travel optionsbetween Seogwipo and Pohang
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus and Plane + 2 similar | 2h 20m | ₩120,560($90) | hourly | 437km (271 miles) |
| Bus to Jeju Bus Terminal, plane | 3h 55m | ₩99,595($76) | hourly | 452km (281 miles) |
| Bus, Plane and Train | 2h 50m | ₩115,320($88) | hourly | 459km (285 miles) |
Ferry to Yeosu, train | 10h 15m | ₩423,270($325) | 6 times a week | 768km (477 miles) |
Bus and Ferry | 16h 20m | ₩205,740($155) | 3 times a week | 524km (326 miles) |
Ferry and Train + 2 similar | 7h 10m | ₩102,215($78) | once daily | 730km (454 miles) |
| Ferry and Car | 7h 55m | ₩180,840($140) | every 20 mins | 531km (330 miles) |
| Ferry and Bus | 8h 30m | ₩93,040($71) | twice daily | 582km (362 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Seogwipo and Pohang
Airlines
Jin Air
Jeju Air
Asiana Airlines
Air Busan
Train operators
Suseo High Speed Railway
Bus companies
Jeju Island Buses
TxBus
Ko Bus
bus Tago
Ferry operators
Seaworld Express Ferry
HanilExpress
MS Ferry
Airports near Pohang
The following major airports near Pohang offer regular flights to various popular destinations within South Korea and internationally.
Pohang Airport (KPO)
- Distance
- 13km (8 miles) from Pohang
Ulsan Airport (USN)
- Distance
- 53km (33 miles) from Pohang
Daegu International Airport (TAE)
- Distance
- 66km (41 miles) from Pohang