How to travel from Wonju to Samcheok, South Korea

The distance between Wonju and Samcheok is around 168km (104 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 1h 55m.

5 routes found

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

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

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Train

Take the train to Gangneung Station and then to Samcheok Haebyeon Station.

  • Duration1h 55m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    ₩31,450($24)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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Bus via Gangneung

Take the bus to Gangneung and then to Samcheok.

  • Duration2hrs
  • Departs4 times a day
  • Typical cost
    ₩17,035($13)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.

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Taxi

Take a taxi to Samcheok.

  • Duration1h 60m
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    ₩209,670($160)
Operated by

Wonjusi Call Taxi

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Drive

Drive to Samcheok.

  • Duration1h 60m
  • Distance169km (105 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Wonju and Samcheok

There are several options for getting from Wonju to Samcheok by bus, train, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩13,105 ($10) and will take around 2h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and arrive in approximately 1h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩31,450 ($24).

The distance between Wonju and Samcheok is around 168km (104 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 112km (69 miles)

It takes around 2h 30m to get from Wonju and Samcheok by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 60m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Wonju to Samcheok is to take the train which takes around 1h 55m and will set you back approx ₩31,450 ($24).

The cheapest way to travel between Wonju and Samcheok, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩13,105 ($10) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Wonju and Samcheok. It typically takes around 1h 55m and departs twice daily.

There are no direct train services that runs from Wonju to Samcheok. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Gangneung Station. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 1h 55m.

Korail and Sea Train run train services between Wonju and Samcheok. Trains depart twice daily and will take around 1h 55m, 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 Samcheok. It typically takes around 2h 30m and departs once daily.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Wonju and Samcheok with no changeovers required. The bus runs once daily and takes 2h 30m.

TxBus and Gangneung Intercity Bus Terminal run regular bus services between Wonju and Samcheok. Buses run once daily and take around 2h 30m 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 Samcheok. We recommend that you take the bus to Samcheok. instead which will take 2h 30m.

The closest major airport to Samcheok is Yangyang International Airport (YNY) (YNY) which is approximately 83km (52 miles) from Samcheok. Wonju Airport (WJU) (WJU) 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 Wonju and Samcheok. The distance is around 169km (105 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 60m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Wonju to Samcheok is to take the bus which takes, on average, 2h 30m and will usually cost around ₩13,105 ($10).

How do I get from Wonju to Samcheok

Compare travel optionsbetween Wonju and Samcheok

Transport options from Wonju to Samcheok
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
1h 55m
₩31,450($24)
twice daily168km (104 miles)
Bus via Gangneung + 1 similar
2hrs
₩17,035($13)
4 times a day172km (107 miles)
Bus2h 30m
₩13,105($10)
once daily169km (105 miles)
Taxi
1h 60m
₩209,670($160)
on demand169km (105 miles)
Drive
1h 60m
₩32,760($25)
on demand169km (105 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Wonju and Samcheok

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Airports near Samcheok

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

YNY
Yangyang International Airport (YNY)
International Airport
Distance
83km (52 miles) from Samcheok
WJU
Wonju Airport (WJU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
107km (66 miles) from Samcheok
KPO
Pohang Airport (KPO)
Domestic Airport
Distance
162km (101 miles) from Samcheok