How to travel from Uijeongbu to Gumi, South Korea

The distance between Uijeongbu and Gumi is around 254km (158 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 45m.

5 routes found

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

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Train

Take the train to Seoul Station then Daejeon Station and then to Gumi Station.

  • Duration3h 15m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩24,900($19)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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Bus

Take the bus to Cheongju and then to Gumi.

  • Duration4hrs
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩23,590($18)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Plane and Train

Fly from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) to Gimhae (PUS) then take the train to Gumi Station.

  • Duration4h 10m
  • Flight time1hr
  • Typical cost
    ₩72,075($55)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Gumi.

  • Duration2h 45m
  • Distance254km (158 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Uijeongbu and Gumi

There are several options for getting from Uijeongbu to Gumi by subway, train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩23,590 ($18) and will take around 4hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩49,795 ($38).

The distance between Uijeongbu and Gumi is around 254km (158 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 213km (132 miles)

It takes around 3h 15m to get from Uijeongbu and Gumi by subway and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 45m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Uijeongbu to Gumi is to drive which takes around 2h 45m and will set you back approx ₩49,795 ($38).

The cheapest way to travel between Uijeongbu and Gumi, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩23,590 ($18) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Uijeongbu and Gumi. It typically takes around 3h 15m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Uijeongbu to Gumi. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Seoul Station and Daejeon Station. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 3h 15m.

Seoul Metro, Korail and Korail Mugunghwa run train services between Uijeongbu and Gumi. Trains depart hourly and will take around 3h 15m, 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 Uijeongbu and Gumi. It typically takes around 4hrs and departs every 4 hours.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Uijeongbu to Gumi. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Cheongju. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 4hrs.

TxBus and Cheongju Bus Terminal run regular bus services between Uijeongbu and Gumi. Buses run every 4 hours and take around 4hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Uijeongbu to Gumi. We recommend that you fly from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) to Gimhae (PUS) then take the train to Gumi Station. instead which will take 4h 10m.

The closest major airport to Gumi is Daegu International Airport (TAE) (TAE) which is approximately 38km (23 miles) from Gumi. Cheongju International Airport (CJJ) (CJJ) 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 Uijeongbu and Gumi. The distance is around 254km (158 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 45m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Uijeongbu to Gumi is to take the underground and then take the train which takes, on average, 3h 15m and will usually cost around ₩24,900 ($19).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Uijeongbu and Gumi

Transport options from Uijeongbu to Gumi
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train + 1 similar
3h 15m
₩24,900($19)
hourly297km (185 miles)
Train via Seoul Station3h 35m
₩30,140($23)
every 3 hours283km (176 miles)
Bus
4hrs
₩23,590($18)
every 4 hours273km (170 miles)
Plane and Train
4h 10m
₩72,075($55)
hourly536km (333 miles)
Drive
2h 45m
₩49,795($38)
on demand254km (158 miles)

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Airports near Gumi

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

TAE
Daegu International Airport (TAE)
International Airport
Distance
38km (23 miles) from Gumi
CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
100km (62 miles) from Gumi
KPO
Pohang Airport (KPO)
Domestic Airport
Distance
100km (62 miles) from Gumi