How to travel from Songnisan National Park to Bukhansan National Park, South Korea

The distance between Songnisan National Park and Bukhansan National Park is around 205km (127 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 20m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Songnisan National Park to Bukhansan National Park 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 Bukhansan National ParkSongnisan National Park if you're planning a return trip.

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Bus

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

  • Duration4h 30m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩24,900($19)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Cheongju then take the train to Seoul Station.

  • Duration3h 55m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩27,520($21)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Bukhansan National Park.

  • Duration2h 20m
  • Distance213km (132 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Songnisan National Park and Bukhansan National Park

There are several options for getting from Songnisan National Park to Bukhansan National Park by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩22,275 ($17) and will take around 4h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩34,070 ($26).

The distance between Songnisan National Park and Bukhansan National Park is around 205km (127 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 140km (87 miles)

It takes around 3h 55m to get from Songnisan National Park and Bukhansan National Park by bus and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 20m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Songnisan National Park to Bukhansan National Park is to drive which takes around 2h 20m and will set you back approx ₩34,070 ($26).

The cheapest way to travel between Songnisan National Park and Bukhansan National Park, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩22,275 ($17) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Songnisan National Park and Bukhansan National Park. We recommend that you drive to Bukhansan National Park. instead which will take 2h 20m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Songnisan National Park and Bukhansan National Park. It typically takes around 4h 30m and departs hourly.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Songnisan National Park to Bukhansan National Park. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Songnisan, Cheongju, Seoul Express Bus Terminal, Nokbeon Station and Bukhansanseong Fortress Entrance. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 4h 30m.

Cheongju Bus Terminal, Ko Bus and bus Tago run regular bus services between Songnisan National Park and Bukhansan National Park. Buses run hourly and take around 4h 30m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Songnisan National Park to Bukhansan National Park. We recommend that you take the bus to Cheongju then take the train to Seoul Station. instead which will take 3h 55m.

The closest major airport to Bukhansan National Park is Gimpo International Airport (GMP) (GMP) which is approximately 21km (13 miles) from Bukhansan National Park. Incheon International Airport (ICN) (ICN) and Wonju Airport (WJU) (WJU) 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 Songnisan National Park and Bukhansan National Park. The distance is around 213km (132 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 20m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Songnisan National Park to Bukhansan National Park is to take the bus and then take the train which takes, on average, 3h 55m and will usually cost around ₩27,520 ($21).

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Transport options from Songnisan National Park to Bukhansan National Park
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus + 1 similar
4h 30m
₩24,900($19)
hourly217km (135 miles)
Bus to Seoul Central City Bus Terminal4h 55m
₩22,275($17)
4 times a day205km (127 miles)
Bus and Train
3h 55m
₩27,520($21)
hourly222km (138 miles)
Drive
2h 20m
₩34,070($26)
on demand213km (132 miles)

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Airports near Bukhansan National Park

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

GMP
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
International Airport
Distance
21km (13 miles) from Bukhansan National Park
ICN
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
International Airport
Distance
54km (34 miles) from Bukhansan National Park
WJU
Wonju Airport (WJU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
89km (55 miles) from Bukhansan National Park