How to travel from Suncheon to Paju, South Korea

The distance between Suncheon and Paju is around 379km (235 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the underground which takes around 2h 15m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Suncheon to Paju by train, subway, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Plane and Train

Fly from Yosu (RSU) to Seoul Gimpo (GMP) then take the train to Paju Station.

  • Duration2h 15m
  • Flight time55min
  • Typical cost
    ₩106,145($81)
Operated by

Multiple operators

1 similiar route

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Train

Take the train to Yongsan Station and then to Paju Station.

  • Duration3h 25m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩49,795($38)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

1 similiar route

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Bus

Take the bus to Seoul Central City Bus Terminal and then to Sinseonggyo Garage.

  • Duration5h 10m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩57,660($44)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Drive

Drive to Paju.

  • Duration4h 10m
  • Distance379km (235 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Suncheon and Paju

There are several options for getting from Suncheon to Paju by train, subway, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take the underground which costs around ₩31,450 ($24) and will take around 5h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the underground and arrive in approximately 2h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩106,145 ($81).

The distance between Suncheon and Paju is around 379km (235 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 320km (199 miles)

It takes around 3h 25m to get from Suncheon and Paju by train and subway. If you are travelling by car it will take around 4h 10m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Suncheon to Paju is to fly and then take the underground which takes around 2h 15m and will set you back approx ₩106,145 ($81).

The cheapest way to travel between Suncheon and Paju, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then take the underground which will typically cost around ₩31,450 ($24) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Suncheon and Paju. It typically takes around 3h 25m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Suncheon to Paju. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Yongsan Station and Paju Station. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 3h 25m.

Korail, Korail Mugunghwa and Seoul Metro run train services between Suncheon and Paju. Trains depart hourly and will take around 3h 25m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Suncheon and Paju. It typically takes around 5h 10m and departs hourly.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Suncheon to Paju. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Seoul Central City Bus Terminal, Dangsan Station, Hapjeong Station and Sinseonggyo Garage. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 5h 10m.

Easy Ticket and Sinseong Bus Corporation run regular bus services between Suncheon and Paju. Buses run hourly and take around 5h 10m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Suncheon to Paju. We recommend that you fly from Yosu (RSU) to Seoul Gimpo (GMP) then take the train to Paju Station. instead which will take 2h 15m.

The closest major airport to Paju is Gimpo International Airport (GMP) (GMP) which is approximately 22km (14 miles) from Paju. 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 Suncheon and Paju. The distance is around 379km (235 miles) by road and it will take around 4h 10m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Suncheon to Paju is to take the train and then take the underground which takes, on average, 3h 25m and will usually cost around ₩49,795 ($38).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Suncheon and Paju

Transport options from Suncheon to Paju
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Plane and Train + 1 similar
2h 15m
₩106,145($81)
hourly380km (236 miles)
Train and Plane3h 15m
₩90,420($69)
4 times a day421km (262 miles)
Train + 1 similar
3h 25m
₩49,795($38)
hourly404km (251 miles)
Train via Osu Station5h 35m
₩31,450($24)
every 4 hours440km (273 miles)
Bus
5h 10m
₩57,660($44)
hourly393km (244 miles)
Drive
4h 10m
₩73,385($56)
on demand379km (235 miles)

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Airports near Paju

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

GMP
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
International Airport
Distance
22km (14 miles) from Paju
ICN
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
International Airport
Distance
45km (28 miles) from Paju
WJU
Wonju Airport (WJU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
110km (69 miles) from Paju