How to travel from Yangsan to Cheongju, South Korea

The distance between Yangsan and Cheongju is around 258km (160 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 45m.

8 routes found

We've found 8 different ways to get from Yangsan to Cheongju by subway, 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 CheongjuYangsan if you're planning a return trip.

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plane
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Fly

Fly from Gimhae (PUS) to Chongju (CJJ).

  • Duration3h 10m
  • Flight time2hrs
  • Typical cost
    ₩159,875($120)
Operated by

Air Busan

+ 4 others

2 similiar routes

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3 x bus
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Bus via Gyeongju

Take the bus to Gyeongju then Gumi and then to Namcheongju.

  • Duration4h 30m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩30,140($23)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

1 similiar route

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3 x train
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bus
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Train and Bus

Take the train to Gumyeong Station then Busan Station and then to Osong Station then take the bus to Sangdang Park.

  • Duration3h 20m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩38,005($29)
Operated by

Multiple operators

1 similiar route

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🚀 Fastest
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car
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Drive

Drive to Cheongju-si.

  • Duration2h 45m
  • Distance258km (160 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Yangsan and Cheongju

There are several options for getting from Yangsan to Cheongju by subway, train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take the bus which costs around ₩17,035 ($13) and will take around 4h 60m. 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 ₩49,795 ($38).

The distance between Yangsan and Cheongju is around 258km (160 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 200km (124 miles)

It takes around 3h 20m to get from Yangsan and Cheongju by subway, train and bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 45m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Yangsan to Cheongju is to drive which takes around 2h 45m and will set you back approx ₩49,795 ($38).

The cheapest way to travel between Yangsan and Cheongju, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then take the bus which will typically cost around ₩17,035 ($13) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Yangsan and Cheongju. We recommend that you drive to Cheongju-si. instead which will take 2h 45m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Yangsan and Cheongju. It typically takes around 4h 50m and departs hourly.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Yangsan to Cheongju. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Gyeongju, Dongdaegu and Cheongju. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 4h 50m.

bus Tago, Gyeongju Bus Terminal, Ko Bus and TxBus run regular bus services between Yangsan and Cheongju. Buses run hourly and take around 4h 50m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Yangsan and Cheongju. Flights depart from Gimhae (PUS) and arrive at Chongju (CJJ) - via Cheju (CJU). The flight takes around 2hrs.

There is no direct flight from Yangsan to Cheongju. There is however a flight that goes via Cheju (CJU). This services will take at least 3h 10m (not including layover time).

The flight from Yangsan to Cheongju typically takes around 2hrs. Flights depart from Gimhae (PUS) and and arrive into Chongju (CJJ).

The closest major airport to Cheongju is Cheongju International Airport (CJJ) (CJJ) which is approximately 9km (6 miles) from Cheongju. Wonju Airport (WJU) (WJU) and Gunsan Airport (KUV) (KUV) 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 Yangsan and Cheongju. The distance is around 258km (160 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 Yangsan to Cheongju is to take the underground, then take the train and then take the bus which takes, on average, 3h 20m and will usually cost around ₩38,005 ($29).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Yangsan and Cheongju

Transport options from Yangsan to Cheongju
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 2 similar
3h 10m
₩159,875($120)
every 15 mins697km (433 miles)
Train, Plane and Bus3h 35m
₩76,005($58)
every 30 mins517km (322 miles)
Train to Sasang Station, plane and bus3h 55m
₩581,835($445)
every 30 mins536km (333 miles)
Bus via Gyeongju + 1 similar
4h 30m
₩30,140($23)
every 3 hours295km (183 miles)
Bus4h 50m
₩30,140($23)
hourly314km (195 miles)
Train and Bus + 1 similar
3h 20m
₩38,005($29)
hourly345km (215 miles)
Train to Sintanjin Station, Bus4h 60m
₩17,035($13)
every 3 hours319km (198 miles)
Drive
2h 45m
₩49,795($38)
on demand258km (160 miles)

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Airports near Cheongju

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

CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
9km (6 miles) from Cheongju
WJU
Wonju Airport (WJU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
98km (61 miles) from Cheongju
KUV
Gunsan Airport (KUV)
Domestic Airport
Distance
113km (70 miles) from Cheongju