How to travel from Sokcho to Asan, South Korea

The distance between Sokcho and Asan is around 283km (176 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 3hrs.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Sokcho to Asan by bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out AsanSokcho if you're planning a return trip.

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Bus

Take the bus to Seoul Express Bus Terminal and then to Pyeongtaek.

  • Duration3h 50m
  • Departsevery 30 mins
  • Typical cost
    ₩26,210($20)
Operated by

Ko Bus

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to East Seoul Bus Terminal(East Seoul) then take the train to Cheonan Asan Station.

  • Duration3h 25m
  • Departsevery 30 mins
  • Typical cost
    ₩39,315($30)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Asan.

  • Duration3hrs
  • Distance283km (176 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Sokcho and Asan

There are several options for getting from Sokcho to Asan by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩26,210 ($20) and will take around 3h 50m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 3hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩55,040 ($42).

The distance between Sokcho and Asan is around 283km (176 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 211km (131 miles)

It takes around 3h 25m to get from Sokcho and Asan by bus and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3hrs to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Sokcho to Asan is to drive which takes around 3hrs and will set you back approx ₩55,040 ($42).

The cheapest way to travel between Sokcho and Asan, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩26,210 ($20) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Sokcho and Asan. We recommend that you drive to Asan. instead which will take 3hrs.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Sokcho and Asan. It typically takes around 3h 50m and departs every 30 mins.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Sokcho to Asan. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Seoul Express Bus Terminal and Pyeongtaek. These services run every 30 mins and will take a minimum of 3h 50m.

Ko Bus and TxBus run regular bus services between Sokcho and Asan. Buses run every 30 mins and take around 3h 50m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Sokcho to Asan. We recommend that you take the bus to East Seoul Bus Terminal(East Seoul) then take the train to Cheonan Asan Station. instead which will take 3h 25m.

The closest major airport to Asan is Cheongju International Airport (CJJ) (CJJ) which is approximately 45km (28 miles) from Asan. Gimpo International Airport (GMP) (GMP) and Incheon International Airport (ICN) (ICN) 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 Sokcho and Asan. The distance is around 283km (176 miles) by road and it will take around 3hrs in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Sokcho to Asan is to take the bus and then take the train which takes, on average, 3h 25m and will usually cost around ₩39,315 ($30).

How do I get from Sokcho to Asan

Compare travel optionsbetween Sokcho and Asan

Transport options from Sokcho to Asan
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus + 1 similar
3h 50m
₩26,210($20)
every 30 mins290km (180 miles)
Bus via East Seoul Bus Terminal(East Seoul)4h 10m
₩35,380($27)
hourly286km (178 miles)
Bus and Train
3h 25m
₩39,315($30)
every 30 mins302km (187 miles)
Drive
3hrs
₩55,040($42)
on demand283km (176 miles)

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Airports near Asan

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

CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
45km (28 miles) from Asan
GMP
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
International Airport
Distance
87km (54 miles) from Asan
ICN
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
International Airport
Distance
88km (55 miles) from Asan