How to travel from Suwon to Yeosu, South Korea

The distance between Suwon and Yeosu is around 323km (201 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 1h 50m.

6 routes found

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

👋 Also check out YeosuSuwon if you're planning a return trip.

🚀 Fastest
1
train
+
plane
+

Train and Plane

Take the train to Yeongdeungpo Station then fly from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) to Yosu (RSU).

  • Duration1h 50m
  • Flight time1hr
  • Typical cost
    ₩90,420($69)
Operated by

Multiple operators

1 similiar route

We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.

2
train
+
train
+

Train via Iksan Station

Take the train to Iksan Station and then to Yeocheon Station.

  • Duration2h 55m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩41,935($32)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

1 similiar route

We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.

3
bus
+
bus
+

Bus

Take the bus to Gwangju and then to Yeocheon.

  • Duration4h 35m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩41,935($32)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

4
car
+

Drive

Drive to Yeosu.

  • Duration3h 25m
  • Distance323km (201 miles)
Get turn-by-turn directions

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Suwon and Yeosu

There are several options for getting from Suwon to Yeosu by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₩20,965 ($16) and will take around 4h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 1h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩90,420 ($69).

The distance between Suwon and Yeosu is around 323km (201 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 286km (177 miles)

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

The quickest way to get from Suwon to Yeosu is to take the train and then fly which takes around 1h 50m and will set you back approx ₩90,420 ($69).

The cheapest way to travel between Suwon and Yeosu, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₩20,965 ($16) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Suwon and Yeosu. It typically takes around 4h 25m and departs every 4 hours.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Suwon and Yeosu with no changeovers required. The train runs every 4 hours and takes 4h 25m.

Korail Mugunghwa, Korail and Suseo High Speed Railway run train services between Suwon and Yeosu. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 4h 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 Suwon and Yeosu. It typically takes around 4h 35m and departs hourly.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Suwon to Yeosu. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Gwangju. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 4h 35m.

Ko Bus and bus Tago run regular bus services between Suwon and Yeosu. Buses run hourly and take around 4h 35m 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 Yeosu. We recommend that you take the train to Yeongdeungpo Station then fly from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) to Yosu (RSU). instead which will take 1h 50m.

The closest major airport to Yeosu is Yeosu Airport (RSU) (RSU) which is approximately 11km (7 miles) from Yeosu. Sacheon Airport (HIN) (HIN) and Gimhae International Airport (PUS) (PUS) 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 Yeosu. The distance is around 323km (201 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 25m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Suwon to Yeosu is to take the train which takes, on average, 4h 25m and will usually cost around ₩20,965 ($16).

How do I get from Suwon to Yeosu

Compare travel optionsbetween Suwon and Yeosu

Transport options from Suwon to Yeosu
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train and Plane + 1 similar
1h 50m
₩90,420($69)
every 30 mins378km (235 miles)
Train, Plane and Bus3h 40m
₩66,830($51)
hourly448km (278 miles)
Train via Iksan Station + 1 similar
2h 55m
₩41,935($32)
every 3 hours347km (216 miles)
Train4h 25m
₩20,965($16)
every 4 hours379km (236 miles)
Bus
4h 35m
₩41,935($32)
hourly377km (234 miles)
Drive
3h 25m
₩52,415($40)
on demand323km (201 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Suwon and Yeosu

Train operators

Airlines

Bus companies

Airports near Yeosu

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

RSU
Yeosu Airport (RSU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
11km (7 miles) from Yeosu
HIN
Sacheon Airport (HIN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
54km (34 miles) from Yeosu
PUS
Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
International Airport
Distance
127km (79 miles) from Yeosu