How to travel from Seoul to Jeju Island, South Korea
The distance between Seoul and Jeju Island is around 476km (296 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 1h 35m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Seoul to Jeju Island by plane, train, ferry, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Jeju Island → Seoul if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) to Cheju (CJU).
- Duration1h 35m
- Flight time1hr
- Typical cost₩124,490($95)
Jin Air
+ 5 others1 similiar route
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Bus to Gwangju, ferry
Take the bus to Gwangju and then to Haenam Usuyeong then take a ferry to Sangchuja and then to Jeju South Korea.
- Duration7h 45m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost₩77,315($59)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Train and Ferry
Take the train to Mokpo Station then take a ferry to Sangchuja and then to Jeju South Korea.
- Duration5h 20m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost₩124,490($95)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Car and Ferry
Drive to Nokdong then take a ferry to Jeju.
- Duration8hrs
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost₩180,840($140)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Seoul and Jeju Island
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Seoul to Jeju Island by plane, train, ferry, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take a ferry which costs around ₩77,315 ($59) and will take around 7h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 1h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩124,490 ($95).
The distance between Seoul and Jeju Island is around 476km (296 miles).
It takes around 1h 35m to get from Seoul and Jeju Island by plane.
The quickest way to get from Seoul to Jeju Island is to fly which takes around 1h 35m and will set you back approx ₩124,490 ($95).
The cheapest way to travel between Seoul and Jeju Island is to take the bus and then take a ferry which will typically cost around ₩77,315 ($59) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Seoul and Jeju Island. We recommend that you fly from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) to Cheju (CJU). instead which will take 1h 35m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Seoul and Jeju Island. We recommend that you fly from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) to Cheju (CJU). instead which will take 1h 35m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Seoul and Jeju Island. Flights depart from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) and arrive at Cheju (CJU). The flight takes around 1hr.
Yes there is a direct flight between Seoul and Jeju Island with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 1hr.
Jin Air, Air Seoul, Jeju Air, Air Busan, Korean Air and Asiana Airlines fly between Seoul and Jeju Island. Flights depart from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) and and arrive into Cheju (CJU). These flights usually take around 1hr.
The flight from Seoul to Jeju Island typically takes around 1hr. Flights depart from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) and and arrive into Cheju (CJU).
The closest major airport to Jeju Island is Jeju International Airport (CJU) (CJU) which is approximately 15km (9 miles) from Jeju Island. Yeosu Airport (RSU) (RSU) and Gwangju Airport (KWJ) (KWJ) 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 Seoul to Jeju Island. We recommend that you fly from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) to Cheju (CJU). instead which will take 1h 35m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Seoul to Jeju Island is to fly which takes, on average, 1h 35m and will usually cost around ₩124,490 ($95).
Compare travel optionsbetween Seoul and Jeju Island
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 1h 35m | ₩124,490($95) | every 15 mins | 476km (296 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 2h 45m | ₩127,110($95) | every 2 hours | 594km (369 miles) |
Bus to Gwangju, ferry + 1 similar | 7h 45m | ₩77,315($59) | once daily | 558km (347 miles) |
| Bus and Ferry | 7h 50m | ₩78,625($60) | once daily | 539km (335 miles) |
Train and Ferry + 2 similar | 5h 20m | ₩124,490($95) | once daily | 569km (353 miles) |
| Train to Yeosu Expo Station, Ferry | 8h 50m | ₩429,825($330) | 6 times a week | 609km (379 miles) |
| Train, Bus and Ferry | 7h 15m | ₩94,350($72) | once daily | 585km (363 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 8hrs | ₩180,840($140) | once daily | 531km (330 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Seoul and Jeju Island
Airlines
Jin Air
Air Seoul
Jeju Air
Air Busan
Ferry operators
Seaworld Express Ferry
HanilExpress
Namhae Gosok Ferry
Train operators
Suseo High Speed Railway
Bus companies
Easy Ticket
Ko Bus
Airports near Jeju Island
The following major airports near Jeju Island offer regular flights to various popular destinations within South Korea and internationally.
Jeju International Airport (CJU)
- Distance
- 15km (9 miles) from Jeju Island
Yeosu Airport (RSU)
- Distance
- 190km (118 miles) from Jeju Island
Gwangju Airport (KWJ)
- Distance
- 197km (123 miles) from Jeju Island