How to travel from Seoul to Changwon, South Korea

The distance between Seoul and Changwon is around 354km (220 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 2h 10m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Seoul to Changwon by train, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Plane and Train

Fly from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) to Jinju (HIN) then take the train to Changwon Jungang Station.

  • Duration2h 10m
  • Flight time55min
  • Typical cost
    ₩99,595($76)
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Train

Take the train to Changwon Jungang Station.

  • Duration2h 40m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩45,865($35)

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Bus

Take the bus to Changwon.

  • Duration3h 55m
  • Departsevery 30 mins
  • Typical cost
    ₩34,070($26)
Operated by

Ko Bus

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Drive

Drive to Changwon.

  • Duration3h 50m
  • Distance359km (223 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Seoul and Changwon

There are several options for getting from Seoul to Changwon by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩34,070 ($26) and will take around 3h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 2h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩99,595 ($76).

The distance between Seoul and Changwon is around 354km (220 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 301km (187 miles)

It takes around 2h 40m to get from Seoul and Changwon by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 50m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Seoul to Changwon is to fly and then take the train which takes around 2h 10m and will set you back approx ₩99,595 ($76).

The cheapest way to travel between Seoul and Changwon, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩34,070 ($26) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Seoul and Changwon. It typically takes around 2h 40m and departs every 3 hours.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Seoul and Changwon with no changeovers required. The train runs every 3 hours and takes 2h 40m.

Korail, Suseo High Speed Railway and Korail Mugunghwa run train services between Seoul and Changwon. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 2h 40m, 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 Seoul and Changwon. It typically takes around 3h 55m and departs every 30 mins.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Seoul and Changwon with no changeovers required. The bus runs every 30 mins and takes 3h 55m.

Ko Bus run regular bus services between Seoul and Changwon. Buses run every 30 mins and take around 3h 55m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

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

The closest major airport to Changwon is Gimhae International Airport (PUS) (PUS) which is approximately 25km (15 miles) from Changwon. Sacheon Airport (HIN) (HIN) 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 Seoul and Changwon. The distance is around 359km (223 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 Seoul to Changwon is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 40m and will usually cost around ₩45,865 ($35).

How do I get from Seoul to Changwon

Compare travel optionsbetween Seoul and Changwon

Transport options from Seoul to Changwon
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Plane and Train
2h 10m
₩99,595($76)
every 3 hours391km (243 miles)
Train + 1 similar
2h 40m
₩45,865($35)
every 3 hours381km (237 miles)
Train via Dongdaegu Station3h 10m
₩49,795($38)
every 2 hours373km (232 miles)
Bus
3h 55m
₩34,070($26)
every 30 mins354km (220 miles)
Drive
3h 50m
₩57,660($44)
on demand359km (223 miles)

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Airports near Changwon

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

PUS
Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
International Airport
Distance
25km (15 miles) from Changwon
HIN
Sacheon Airport (HIN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
56km (35 miles) from Changwon
TAE
Daegu International Airport (TAE)
International Airport
Distance
75km (46 miles) from Changwon