How to travel from Taean to Samgong, South Korea

The distance between Taean and Samgong is around 233km (145 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 40m.

6 routes found

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

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

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Train

Take the train to Singyeongju Station then Daejeon Station and then to Yeongdong Station.

  • Duration3h 5m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩103,525($79)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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Bus

Take the bus to Dongdaegu then Daejeon and then to Gucheondong.

  • Duration5h 30m
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    ₩56,350($43)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

1 similiar route

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Train and Bus

Take the train to Singyeongju Station and then to Daejeon Station then take the bus to Gucheondong.

  • Duration3h 35m
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    ₩51,105($39)
Operated by

Multiple operators

1 similiar route

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

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Drive

Drive to Samgong-ni.

  • Duration2h 40m
  • Distance233km (145 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Taean and Samgong

There are several options for getting from Taean to Samgong by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around ₩49,795 ($38) and will take around 4h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩45,865 ($35).

The distance between Taean and Samgong is around 233km (145 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 162km (101 miles)

It takes around 3h 5m to get from Taean and Samgong by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 40m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Taean to Samgong is to drive which takes around 2h 40m and will set you back approx ₩45,865 ($35).

The cheapest way to travel between Taean and Samgong, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around ₩49,795 ($38) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Taean and Samgong. It typically takes around 3h 5m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Taean to Samgong. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Namchang Station, Taehwagang Station, Singyeongju Station, Daejeon Station and Yeongdong Station. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 3h 5m.

Korail Mugunghwa, Korail and Suseo High Speed Railway run train services between Taean and Samgong. Trains depart hourly and will take around 3h 5m, 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 Taean and Samgong. It typically takes around 5h 30m and departs 5 times a day.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Taean to Samgong. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Ulsan Express Bus Terminal, Dongdaegu and Daejeon. These services run 5 times a day and will take a minimum of 5h 30m.

Ko Bus, TxBus, Masan Intercity Bus Terminal and Jeonbuk Express run regular bus services between Taean and Samgong. Buses run 5 times a day and take around 5h 30m 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 Samgong. We recommend that you take the train to Singyeongju Station then Daejeon Station and then to Yeongdong Station. instead which will take 3h 5m.

The closest major airport to Samgong is Daegu International Airport (TAE) (TAE) which is approximately 78km (48 miles) from Samgong. Sacheon Airport (HIN) (HIN) and Cheongju International Airport (CJJ) (CJJ) 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 Samgong. The distance is around 233km (145 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 40m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Taean to Samgong is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 5m and will usually cost around ₩103,525 ($79).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Taean and Samgong

Transport options from Taean to Samgong
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
3h 5m
₩103,525($79)
hourly355km (221 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
5h 30m
₩56,350($43)
5 times a day351km (218 miles)
Bus via Jeonju8h 40m
₩57,660($44)
twice daily416km (258 miles)
Train and Bus + 1 similar
3h 35m
₩51,105($39)
5 times a day343km (213 miles)
Bus and Train4h 25m
₩49,795($38)
5 times a day328km (204 miles)
Drive
2h 40m
₩45,865($35)
on demand233km (145 miles)

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Airports near Samgong

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

TAE
Daegu International Airport (TAE)
International Airport
Distance
78km (48 miles) from Samgong
HIN
Sacheon Airport (HIN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
94km (59 miles) from Samgong
CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
95km (59 miles) from Samgong