How to travel from Ulsan to Suncheon, South Korea

The distance between Ulsan and Suncheon is around 217km (135 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 20m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Ulsan to Suncheon by train, bus and car. 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 Bujeon Station and then to Suncheon Station.

  • Duration4h 15m
  • Departs4 times a day
  • Typical cost
    ₩14,415($11)
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Bus

Take the bus to Dongdaegu and then to Suncheon.

  • Duration4h 40m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    ₩31,450($24)
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Ko Bus

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Drive

Drive to Suncheon.

  • Duration2h 20m
  • Distance217km (135 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Ulsan and Suncheon

There are several options for getting from Ulsan to Suncheon by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₩14,415 ($11) and will take around 4h 15m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩43,245 ($33).

The distance between Ulsan and Suncheon is around 217km (135 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 177km (110 miles)

It takes around 4h 15m to get from Ulsan and Suncheon by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 20m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Ulsan to Suncheon is to drive which takes around 2h 20m and will set you back approx ₩43,245 ($33).

The cheapest way to travel between Ulsan and Suncheon, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₩14,415 ($11) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Ulsan and Suncheon. It typically takes around 4h 15m and departs 4 times a day.

There are no direct train services that runs from Ulsan to Suncheon. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Bujeon Station. These services run 4 times a day and will take a minimum of 4h 15m.

Korail Mugunghwa run train services between Ulsan and Suncheon. Trains depart 4 times a day and will take around 4h 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 Ulsan and Suncheon. It typically takes around 4h 40m and departs twice daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Ulsan to Suncheon. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Dongdaegu. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 4h 40m.

Ko Bus run regular bus services between Ulsan and Suncheon. Buses run twice daily and take around 4h 40m 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 Suncheon. We recommend that you take the train to Bujeon Station and then to Suncheon Station. instead which will take 4h 15m.

The closest major airport to Suncheon is Yeosu Airport (RSU) (RSU) which is approximately 15km (9 miles) from Suncheon. 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 Ulsan and Suncheon. The distance is around 217km (135 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 20m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Ulsan to Suncheon is to take the train which takes, on average, 4h 15m and will usually cost around ₩14,415 ($11).

How do I get from Ulsan to Suncheon

Compare travel optionsbetween Ulsan and Suncheon

Transport options from Ulsan to Suncheon
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
4h 15m
₩14,415($11)
4 times a day266km (165 miles)
Bus
4h 40m
₩31,450($24)
twice daily314km (195 miles)
Drive
2h 20m
₩43,245($33)
on demand217km (135 miles)

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Airports near Suncheon

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

RSU
Yeosu Airport (RSU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
15km (9 miles) from Suncheon
PUS
Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
International Airport
Distance
134km (83 miles) from Suncheon
TAE
Daegu International Airport (TAE)
International Airport
Distance
148km (92 miles) from Suncheon