How to travel from Wonju to Changwon, South Korea

The distance between Wonju and Changwon is around 311km (193 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 3h 15m.

6 routes found

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

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

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Train and Plane

Take the train to Seoul Station then fly from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) to Gimhae (PUS).

  • Duration3h 15m
  • Flight time55min
  • Typical cost
    ₩69,455($53)
Operated by

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Train

Take the train to Seoul Station and then to Changwon Jungang Station.

  • Duration3h 50m
  • Departsevery 2 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩57,660($44)
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Bus

Take the bus to Seoul Express Bus Terminal(Gyeongbu) and then to Changwon.

  • Duration5h 25m
  • Departsevery 30 mins
  • Typical cost
    ₩43,245($33)
Operated by

Ko Bus

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Drive

Drive to Changwon.

  • Duration3h 15m
  • Distance311km (193 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Wonju and Changwon

There are several options for getting from Wonju to Changwon by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩43,245 ($33) and will take around 5h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 3h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩60,280 ($46).

The distance between Wonju and Changwon is around 311km (193 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 242km (150 miles)

It takes around 3h 50m to get from Wonju and Changwon by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 15m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Wonju to Changwon is to drive which takes around 3h 15m and will set you back approx ₩60,280 ($46).

The cheapest way to travel between Wonju and Changwon, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩43,245 ($33) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Wonju and Changwon. It typically takes around 3h 50m and departs every 2 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Wonju to Changwon. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Seoul Station. These services run every 2 hours and will take a minimum of 3h 50m.

Korail run train services between Wonju and Changwon. Trains depart every 2 hours and will take around 3h 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 Wonju and Changwon. It typically takes around 5h 25m and departs every 30 mins.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Wonju to Changwon. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Seoul Express Bus Terminal(Gyeongbu). These services run every 30 mins and will take a minimum of 5h 25m.

Ko Bus run regular bus services between Wonju and Changwon. Buses run every 30 mins and take around 5h 25m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Wonju to Changwon. We recommend that you take the train to Seoul Station then fly from Seoul Gimpo (GMP) to Gimhae (PUS). instead which will take 3h 15m.

The closest major airport to Changwon is Gimhae International Airport (PUS) (PUS) which is approximately 25km (15 miles) from Changwon. Sacheon Airport (HIN) (HIN) 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 Wonju and Changwon. The distance is around 311km (193 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 15m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Wonju to Changwon is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 50m and will usually cost around ₩57,660 ($44).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Wonju and Changwon

Transport options from Wonju to Changwon
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train and Plane + 2 similar
3h 15m
₩69,455($53)
hourly489km (304 miles)
Train to Seoul Station, plane3h 15m
₩96,970($74)
every 4 hours498km (309 miles)
Train to Seoul Station, plane3h 55m
₩811,160($620)
hourly536km (333 miles)
Train
3h 50m
₩57,660($44)
every 2 hours487km (303 miles)
Bus
5h 25m
₩43,245($33)
every 30 mins456km (283 miles)
Drive
3h 15m
₩60,280($46)
on demand311km (193 miles)

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Airports near Changwon

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

PUS
Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
International Airport
Distance
25km (15 miles) from Changwon
HIN
Sacheon Airport (HIN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
56km (35 miles) from Changwon
TAE
Daegu International Airport (TAE)
International Airport
Distance
75km (46 miles) from Changwon