How to travel from Sokcho to Yongin, South Korea

The distance between Sokcho and Yongin is around 201km (125 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 25m.

4 routes found

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

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

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Bus to Seoul Express Bus Terminal

Take the bus to Seoul Express Bus Terminal.

  • Duration3hrs
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩23,590($18)
Operated by

Ko Bus

2 similiar routes

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Drive

Drive to Yongin-si.

  • Duration2h 25m
  • Distance225km (140 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Sokcho and Yongin

There are several options for getting from Sokcho to Yongin by bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩17,035 ($13) and will take around 3h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩44,555 ($34).

The distance between Sokcho and Yongin is around 201km (125 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 164km (102 miles)

It takes around 3h 10m to get from Sokcho and Yongin by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 25m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Sokcho to Yongin is to drive which takes around 2h 25m and will set you back approx ₩44,555 ($34).

The cheapest way to travel between Sokcho and Yongin, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩17,035 ($13) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Sokcho and Yongin. We recommend that you drive to Yongin-si. instead which will take 2h 25m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Sokcho and Yongin. It typically takes around 3h 10m and departs every 30 mins.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Sokcho and Yongin with no changeovers required. The bus runs every 20 mins and takes 3h 40m.

TxBus, Seoul Bus, Ko Bus and KN Bus run regular bus services between Sokcho and Yongin. Buses run every 30 mins and take around 3h 10m 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 Yongin. We recommend that you take the bus to East Seoul Bus Terminal(East Seoul) and then to Dunjeon Station. instead which will take 3h 10m.

The closest major airport to Yongin is Gimpo International Airport (GMP) (GMP) which is approximately 49km (30 miles) from Yongin. Cheongju International Airport (CJJ) (CJJ) 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 Yongin. The distance is around 225km (140 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 25m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Sokcho to Yongin is to take the bus which takes, on average, 3h 10m and will usually cost around ₩27,520 ($21).

How do I get from Sokcho to Yongin

Compare travel optionsbetween Sokcho and Yongin

Transport options from Sokcho to Yongin
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus to Seoul Express Bus Terminal + 2 similar
3hrs
₩23,590($18)
hourly229km (142 miles)
Bus3h 10m
₩27,520($21)
every 30 mins229km (142 miles)
Bus to Yongin3h 40m
₩17,035($13)
every 20 mins201km (125 miles)
Drive
2h 25m
₩44,555($34)
on demand225km (140 miles)

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Airports near Yongin

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

GMP
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
International Airport
Distance
49km (30 miles) from Yongin
CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
64km (40 miles) from Yongin
ICN
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
International Airport
Distance
68km (42 miles) from Yongin