How to travel from Wonju to Gunsan, South Korea

The distance between Wonju and Gunsan is around 235km (146 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 45m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Wonju to Gunsan by bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Train

Take the train to Seoul Station and then to Iksan Station.

  • Duration2h 45m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩36,690($28)
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Bus

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

  • Duration4hrs
  • Departsevery 30 mins
  • Typical cost
    ₩31,450($24)
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Drive

Drive to Gunsan.

  • Duration2h 45m
  • Distance235km (146 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Wonju and Gunsan

There are several options for getting from Wonju to Gunsan by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩23,590 ($18) and will take around 4h 50m. 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 ₩45,865 ($35).

The distance between Wonju and Gunsan is around 235km (146 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 179km (112 miles)

It takes around 4hrs to get from Wonju and Gunsan by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 45m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Wonju to Gunsan is to drive which takes around 2h 45m and will set you back approx ₩45,865 ($35).

The cheapest way to travel between Wonju and Gunsan, 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 Wonju and Gunsan. It typically takes around 2h 45m and departs every 2 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Wonju to Gunsan. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Seoul Station and Iksan Station. These services run every 2 hours and will take a minimum of 2h 45m.

Korail run train services between Wonju and Gunsan. Trains depart every 2 hours and will take around 2h 45m, 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 Gunsan. It typically takes around 4hrs and departs every 30 mins.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Wonju to Gunsan. 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 4hrs.

Ko Bus, Easy Ticket and bus Tago run regular bus services between Wonju and Gunsan. Buses run every 30 mins 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 Wonju to Gunsan. We recommend that you take the bus to Seoul Express Bus Terminal(Gyeongbu) and then to Gunsan. instead which will take 4hrs.

The closest major airport to Gunsan is Gunsan Airport (KUV) (KUV) which is approximately 17km (10 miles) from Gunsan. Gwangju Airport (KWJ) (KWJ) 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 Wonju and Gunsan. The distance is around 235km (146 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 Wonju to Gunsan is to take the bus which takes, on average, 4hrs and will usually cost around ₩31,450 ($24).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Wonju and Gunsan

Transport options from Wonju to Gunsan
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 45m
₩36,690($28)
every 3 hours343km (213 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
4hrs
₩31,450($24)
every 30 mins303km (188 miles)
Bus via Suwon4h 50m
₩23,590($18)
once daily295km (183 miles)
Drive
2h 45m
₩45,865($35)
on demand235km (146 miles)

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Airports near Gunsan

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

KUV
Gunsan Airport (KUV)
Domestic Airport
Distance
17km (10 miles) from Gunsan
KWJ
Gwangju Airport (KWJ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
96km (59 miles) from Gunsan
CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
104km (65 miles) from Gunsan