How to travel from Taean to Jeonju, South Korea

The distance between Taean and Jeonju is around 283km (176 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 3hrs.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Taean to Jeonju 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 JeonjuTaean if you're planning a return trip.

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Bus

Take the bus to Dongdaegu and then to Jeonju.

  • Duration4h 45m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩53,730($41)
Operated by

Ko Bus

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to KTX Ulsan Station then take the train to Dongdaegu Station then take the bus to Jeonju.

  • Duration4h 50m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩47,175($36)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Jeonju.

  • Duration3hrs
  • Distance283km (176 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Taean and Jeonju

There are several options for getting from Taean to Jeonju by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩44,555 ($34) and will take around 5h 60m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 3hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩55,040 ($42).

The distance between Taean and Jeonju is around 283km (176 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 128km (79 miles)

It takes around 4h 45m to get from Taean and Jeonju by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3hrs to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Taean to Jeonju is to drive which takes around 3hrs and will set you back approx ₩55,040 ($42).

The cheapest way to travel between Taean and Jeonju, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩44,555 ($34) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Taean and Jeonju. We recommend that you drive to Jeonju. instead which will take 3hrs.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Taean and Jeonju. It typically takes around 4h 45m and departs hourly.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Taean to Jeonju. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Ulsan Express Bus Terminal and Dongdaegu. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 4h 45m.

Ko Bus, Busan Bus and Masan Intercity Bus Terminal run regular bus services between Taean and Jeonju. Buses run hourly and take around 4h 45m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Taean to Jeonju. We recommend that you take the bus to Dongdaegu and then to Jeonju. instead which will take 4h 45m.

The closest major airport to Jeonju is Gunsan Airport (KUV) (KUV) which is approximately 49km (30 miles) from Jeonju. Cheongju International Airport (CJJ) (CJJ) and Daegu International Airport (TAE) (TAE) 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 Taean and Jeonju. The distance is around 283km (176 miles) by road and it will take around 3hrs in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Taean to Jeonju is to take the bus which takes, on average, 4h 45m and will usually cost around ₩53,730 ($41).

How do I get from Taean to Jeonju

Compare travel optionsbetween Taean and Jeonju

Transport options from Taean to Jeonju
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus + 1 similar
4h 45m
₩53,730($41)
hourly315km (196 miles)
Bus via Gimhae Airport Int'l Terminal5h 60m
₩44,555($34)
hourly320km (199 miles)
Bus and Train
4h 50m
₩47,175($36)
hourly308km (192 miles)
Drive
3hrs
₩55,040($42)
on demand283km (176 miles)

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Airports near Jeonju

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

KUV
Gunsan Airport (KUV)
Domestic Airport
Distance
49km (30 miles) from Jeonju
CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
105km (65 miles) from Jeonju
TAE
Daegu International Airport (TAE)
International Airport
Distance
135km (84 miles) from Jeonju