How to travel from Suncheon to Wonju, South Korea

The distance between Suncheon and Wonju is around 356km (221 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 30m.

8 routes found

We've found 8 different ways to get from Suncheon to Wonju by train, 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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Fly

Fly from Yosu (RSU) to Wonju (WJU).

  • Duration2h 30m
  • Flight time1h 55m
  • Typical cost
    ₩224,085($170)
Operated by

Asiana Airlines

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Train via Osong Station

Take the train to Osong Station then Jecheon Station and then to Wonju Station.

  • Duration3h 35m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩39,315($30)

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Bus via Cheongju

Take the bus to Cheongju and then to Wonju.

  • Duration5h 5m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₩35,380($27)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Drive

Drive to Wŏnju.

  • Duration3h 50m
  • Distance356km (221 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Suncheon and Wonju

There are several options for getting from Suncheon to Wonju by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩35,380 ($27) and will take around 5h 5m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩224,085 ($170).

The distance between Suncheon and Wonju is around 356km (221 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 266km (165 miles)

It takes around 3h 40m to get from Suncheon and Wonju by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 50m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Suncheon to Wonju is to fly which takes around 2h 30m and will set you back approx ₩224,085 ($170).

The cheapest way to travel between Suncheon and Wonju, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩35,380 ($27) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Suncheon and Wonju. It typically takes around 3h 40m and departs every 2 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Suncheon to Wonju. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Gwangmyeong Station and Seoul Station. These services run every 2 hours and will take a minimum of 3h 40m.

Korail and Korail Mugunghwa run train services between Suncheon and Wonju. Trains depart every 2 hours and will take around 3h 40m, 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 Wonju. It typically takes around 5h 10m and departs hourly.

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

Easy Ticket, Ko Bus, TxBus and Cheongju Bus Terminal run regular bus services between Suncheon and Wonju. Buses run hourly and take around 5h 10m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Suncheon and Wonju. Flights depart from Yosu (RSU) and arrive at Wonju (WJU) - via Cheju (CJU). The flight takes around 1h 55m.

There is no direct flight from Suncheon to Wonju. There is however a flight that goes via Cheju (CJU). This services will take at least 2h 30m (not including layover time).

The flight from Suncheon to Wonju typically takes around 1h 55m. Flights depart from Yosu (RSU) and and arrive into Wonju (WJU).

The closest major airport to Wonju is Wonju Airport (WJU) (WJU) which is approximately 14km (9 miles) from Wonju. Cheongju International Airport (CJJ) (CJJ) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) (GMP) 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 Wonju. The distance is around 356km (221 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 50m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Suncheon to Wonju is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 40m and will usually cost around ₩52,415 ($40).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Suncheon and Wonju

Transport options from Suncheon to Wonju
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 2 similar
2h 30m
₩224,085($170)
on demand668km (415 miles)
Plane and Train2h 45m
₩110,075($84)
hourly458km (285 miles)
Train and Plane3h 45m
₩94,350($72)
4 times a day500km (311 miles)
Train via Osong Station + 1 similar
3h 35m
₩39,315($30)
every 3 hours411km (255 miles)
Train3h 40m
₩52,415($40)
every 2 hours466km (290 miles)
Bus via Cheongju + 1 similar
5h 5m
₩35,380($27)
once daily364km (226 miles)
Bus5h 10m
₩41,935($32)
hourly420km (261 miles)
Drive
3h 50m
₩69,455($53)
on demand356km (221 miles)

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Airports near Wonju

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

WJU
Wonju Airport (WJU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
14km (9 miles) from Wonju
CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
76km (47 miles) from Wonju
GMP
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
International Airport
Distance
102km (64 miles) from Wonju