How to travel from Suwon to Samcheok, South Korea

The distance between Suwon and Samcheok is around 260km (162 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 55m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Suwon to Samcheok 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 SamcheokSuwon if you're planning a return trip.

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Bus

Take the bus to Gangneung and then to Samcheok.

  • Duration3h 25m
  • Departs4 times a day
  • Typical cost
    ₩24,900($19)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Train

Take the train to Seoul Station then Gangneung Station and then to Samcheok Haebyeon Station.

  • Duration3h 40m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    ₩45,865($35)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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Drive

Drive to Samcheok.

  • Duration2h 55m
  • Distance260km (162 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Suwon and Samcheok

There are several options for getting from Suwon to Samcheok by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩24,900 ($19) and will take around 3h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩51,105 ($39).

The distance between Suwon and Samcheok is around 260km (162 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 193km (120 miles)

It takes around 3h 25m to get from Suwon and Samcheok by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 55m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Suwon to Samcheok is to drive which takes around 2h 55m and will set you back approx ₩51,105 ($39).

The cheapest way to travel between Suwon and Samcheok, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩24,900 ($19) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Suwon and Samcheok. It typically takes around 3h 40m and departs twice daily.

There are no direct train services that runs from Suwon to Samcheok. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Seoul Station and Gangneung Station. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 3h 40m.

Korail Mugunghwa, Korail and Sea Train run train services between Suwon and Samcheok. Trains depart twice daily 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 Suwon and Samcheok. It typically takes around 3h 25m and departs 4 times a day.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Suwon to Samcheok. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Gangneung. These services run 4 times a day and will take a minimum of 3h 25m.

TxBus and Gangneung Intercity Bus Terminal run regular bus services between Suwon and Samcheok. Buses run 4 times a day and take around 3h 25m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Suwon to Samcheok. We recommend that you take the bus to Gangneung and then to Samcheok. instead which will take 3h 25m.

The closest major airport to Samcheok is Yangyang International Airport (YNY) (YNY) which is approximately 83km (52 miles) from Samcheok. Wonju Airport (WJU) (WJU) and Pohang Airport (KPO) (KPO) 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 Suwon and Samcheok. The distance is around 260km (162 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 55m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Suwon to Samcheok is to take the bus which takes, on average, 3h 25m and will usually cost around ₩24,900 ($19).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Suwon and Samcheok

Transport options from Suwon to Samcheok
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
3h 25m
₩24,900($19)
4 times a day265km (165 miles)
Train
3h 40m
₩45,865($35)
twice daily316km (196 miles)
Drive
2h 55m
₩51,105($39)
on demand260km (162 miles)

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Airports near Samcheok

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

YNY
Yangyang International Airport (YNY)
International Airport
Distance
83km (52 miles) from Samcheok
WJU
Wonju Airport (WJU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
107km (66 miles) from Samcheok
KPO
Pohang Airport (KPO)
Domestic Airport
Distance
162km (101 miles) from Samcheok