How to travel from Yangpyeong to Iksan, South Korea

The distance between Yangpyeong and Iksan is around 230km (143 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 2hrs.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Yangpyeong to Iksan by subway, 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 IksanYangpyeong if you're planning a return trip.

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Train via Seoul Station

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

  • Duration2hrs
  • Departsevery 2 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩30,140($23)

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Bus

Take the bus to Cheongju and then to Iksan.

  • Duration4h 10m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    ₩20,965($16)
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Cheongju Bus Terminal

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Drive

Drive to Iksan.

  • Duration2h 30m
  • Distance230km (143 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Yangpyeong and Iksan

There are several options for getting from Yangpyeong to Iksan by subway, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩20,965 ($16) and will take around 4h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and arrive in approximately 2hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩30,140 ($23).

The distance between Yangpyeong and Iksan is around 230km (143 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 178km (111 miles)

It takes around 2h 35m to get from Yangpyeong and Iksan by subway and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 30m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Yangpyeong to Iksan is to take the train which takes around 2hrs and will set you back approx ₩30,140 ($23).

The cheapest way to travel between Yangpyeong and Iksan, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩20,965 ($16) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Yangpyeong and Iksan. It typically takes around 2h 35m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Yangpyeong to Iksan. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Yongsan Station. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 2h 35m.

Seoul Metro, Korail and Korail Mugunghwa run train services between Yangpyeong and Iksan. Trains depart hourly and will take around 2h 35m, 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 Yangpyeong and Iksan. It typically takes around 4h 10m and departs twice daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Yangpyeong to Iksan. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Cheongju. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 4h 10m.

Cheongju Bus Terminal run regular bus services between Yangpyeong and Iksan. Buses run twice daily and take around 4h 10m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Yangpyeong to Iksan. We recommend that you take the train to Yongsan Station and then to Iksan Station. instead which will take 2h 35m.

The closest major airport to Iksan is Gunsan Airport (KUV) (KUV) which is approximately 31km (19 miles) from Iksan. 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 Yangpyeong and Iksan. The distance is around 230km (143 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 30m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Yangpyeong to Iksan is to take the underground and then take the train which takes, on average, 2h 35m and will usually cost around ₩26,210 ($20).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Yangpyeong and Iksan

Transport options from Yangpyeong to Iksan
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train via Seoul Station + 1 similar
2hrs
₩30,140($23)
every 2 hours278km (173 miles)
Train2h 35m
₩26,210($20)
hourly275km (171 miles)
Bus
4h 10m
₩20,965($16)
twice daily237km (147 miles)
Drive
2h 30m
₩44,555($34)
on demand230km (143 miles)

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Airports near Iksan

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

KUV
Gunsan Airport (KUV)
Domestic Airport
Distance
31km (19 miles) from Iksan
KWJ
Gwangju Airport (KWJ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
91km (56 miles) from Iksan
CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
99km (61 miles) from Iksan