How to travel from Ulsan to Samgong, South Korea

The distance between Ulsan and Samgong is around 226km (140 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 40m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Ulsan 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 SamgongUlsan 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.

  • Duration2h 50m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩85,180($65)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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3 x bus
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Bus

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

  • Duration5h 15m
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    ₩34,070($26)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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car
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Drive

Drive to Samgong-ni.

  • Duration2h 40m
  • Distance226km (140 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Ulsan and Samgong

There are several options for getting from Ulsan to Samgong by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩34,070 ($26) and will take around 5h 15m. 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 ₩44,555 ($34).

The distance between Ulsan and Samgong is around 226km (140 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 144km (90 miles)

It takes around 2h 50m to get from Ulsan 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 Ulsan to Samgong is to drive which takes around 2h 40m and will set you back approx ₩44,555 ($34).

The cheapest way to travel between Ulsan and Samgong, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩34,070 ($26) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Ulsan and Samgong. It typically takes around 2h 50m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Ulsan to Samgong. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Singyeongju Station, Daejeon Station and Yeongdong Station. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 2h 50m.

Korail Mugunghwa, Korail and Suseo High Speed Railway run train services between Ulsan and Samgong. Trains depart hourly and will take around 2h 50m, 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 Ulsan and Samgong. It typically takes around 5h 15m and departs 5 times a day.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Ulsan to Samgong. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Dongdaegu and Daejeon. These services run 5 times a day and will take a minimum of 5h 15m.

Ko Bus, TxBus, Masan Intercity Bus Terminal and Jeonbuk Express run regular bus services between Ulsan and Samgong. Buses run 5 times a day and take around 5h 15m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Ulsan to Samgong. We recommend that you take the train to Singyeongju Station then Daejeon Station and then to Yeongdong Station. instead which will take 2h 50m.

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 Ulsan and Samgong. The distance is around 226km (140 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 Ulsan to Samgong is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 50m and will usually cost around ₩85,180 ($65).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Ulsan and Samgong

Transport options from Ulsan to Samgong
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 50m
₩85,180($65)
hourly329km (204 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
5h 15m
₩34,070($26)
5 times a day336km (209 miles)
Bus via Masan7h 20m
₩35,380($27)
twice daily395km (245 miles)
Drive
2h 40m
₩44,555($34)
on demand226km (140 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