How to travel from Tongyeong to Ulsan, South Korea

The distance between Tongyeong and Ulsan is around 149km (93 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a taxi which takes around 1h 55m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Tongyeong to Ulsan by bus, subway, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Bus

Take the bus to Busan Sasang Bus Terminal and then to Ulsan Taehwa Bus Terminal.

  • Duration2h 50m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩22,275($17)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Busan Sasang Bus Terminal then take the train to Gaeunpo Station.

  • Duration2h 50m
  • Departsevery 30 mins
  • Typical cost
    ₩15,725($12)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Taxi

Take a taxi to Ulsan.

  • Duration1h 55m
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    ₩183,460($140)
Operated by

Multiple taxi operators

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Drive

Drive to Ulsan.

  • Duration1h 55m
  • Distance149km (93 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Tongyeong and Ulsan

There are several options for getting from Tongyeong to Ulsan by bus, subway, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the underground which costs around ₩15,725 ($12) and will take around 2h 50m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a taxi and arrive in approximately 1h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩183,460 ($140).

The distance between Tongyeong and Ulsan is around 149km (93 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 110km (69 miles)

It takes around 2h 50m to get from Tongyeong and Ulsan by bus and subway. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 55m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Tongyeong to Ulsan is to take a taxi which takes around 1h 55m and will set you back approx ₩183,460 ($140).

The cheapest way to travel between Tongyeong and Ulsan, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the underground which will typically cost around ₩15,725 ($12) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Tongyeong and Ulsan. We recommend that you take a taxi to Ulsan. instead which will take 1h 55m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Tongyeong and Ulsan. It typically takes around 2h 50m and departs hourly.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Tongyeong to Ulsan. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Busan Sasang Bus Terminal, Sasang Station and Gimhae International Airport Station. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 2h 50m.

bus Tago, Taehwa Airport Limousine and Masan Intercity Bus Terminal run regular bus services between Tongyeong and Ulsan. Buses run hourly and take around 2h 50m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Tongyeong to Ulsan. We recommend that you take the bus to Busan Sasang Bus Terminal then take the train to Gaeunpo Station. instead which will take 2h 50m.

The closest major airport to Ulsan is Ulsan Airport (USN) (USN) which is approximately 7km (5 miles) from Ulsan. Gimhae International Airport (PUS) (PUS) 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 Tongyeong and Ulsan. The distance is around 149km (93 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 55m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Tongyeong to Ulsan is to take the bus and then take the underground which takes, on average, 2h 50m and will usually cost around ₩15,725 ($12).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Tongyeong and Ulsan

Transport options from Tongyeong to Ulsan
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus + 1 similar
2h 50m
₩22,275($17)
hourly171km (106 miles)
Bus via Masan Nambu Bus Terminal3h 45m
₩19,655($15)
once daily161km (100 miles)
Bus and Train
2h 50m
₩15,725($12)
every 30 mins168km (104 miles)
Taxi
1h 55m
₩183,460($140)
on demand149km (93 miles)
Drive
1h 55m
₩28,830($22)
on demand149km (93 miles)

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Airports near Ulsan

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

USN
Ulsan Airport (USN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
7km (5 miles) from Ulsan
PUS
Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
International Airport
Distance
52km (32 miles) from Ulsan
TAE
Daegu International Airport (TAE)
International Airport
Distance
73km (45 miles) from Ulsan