How to travel from Suncheon to Iksan, South Korea

The distance between Suncheon and Iksan is around 146km (90 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 1h 25m.

4 routes found

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

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Train

Take the train to Iksan Station.

  • Duration1h 25m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩17,035($13)
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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Gwangju and then to Jeongeup then take the train to Iksan Station.

  • Duration2h 25m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩20,965($16)
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Multiple operators

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Taxi

Take a taxi to Iksan.

  • Duration1h 40m
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    ₩157,250($120)
Operated by

Multiple taxi operators

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Drive

Drive to Iksan.

  • Duration1h 40m
  • Distance151km (94 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Suncheon and Iksan

There are several options for getting from Suncheon to Iksan by train, bus, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₩17,035 ($13) and will take around 1h 25m.

The distance between Suncheon and Iksan is around 146km (90 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 122km (76 miles)

It takes around 1h 25m to get from Suncheon and Iksan by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 40m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Suncheon to Iksan is to take the train which takes around 1h 25m and will set you back approx ₩17,035 ($13).

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

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Suncheon and Iksan. It typically takes around 1h 25m and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Suncheon and Iksan with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 1h 25m.

Korail and Korail Mugunghwa run train services between Suncheon and Iksan. Trains depart hourly and will take around 1h 25m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Suncheon and Iksan. We recommend that you take the train to Iksan Station. instead which will take 1h 25m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Suncheon to Iksan. We recommend that you take the train to Iksan Station. instead which will take 1h 25m.

The closest major airport to Iksan is Gunsan Airport (KUV) (KUV) which is approximately 31km (19 miles) from Iksan. Gwangju Airport (KWJ) (KWJ) and Cheongju International Airport (CJJ) (CJJ) 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 Suncheon and Iksan. The distance is around 151km (94 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 40m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Suncheon to Iksan is to take the train which takes, on average, 1h 25m and will usually cost around ₩17,035 ($13).

How do I get from Suncheon to Iksan

Compare travel optionsbetween Suncheon and Iksan

Transport options from Suncheon to Iksan
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
1h 25m
₩17,035($13)
hourly146km (90 miles)
Bus and Train
2h 25m
₩20,965($16)
hourly189km (118 miles)
Taxi
1h 40m
₩157,250($120)
on demand151km (94 miles)
Drive
1h 40m
₩30,140($23)
on demand151km (94 miles)

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Airports near Iksan

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

KUV
Gunsan Airport (KUV)
Domestic Airport
Distance
31km (19 miles) from Iksan
KWJ
Gwangju Airport (KWJ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
91km (56 miles) from Iksan
CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
99km (61 miles) from Iksan