How to travel from Yeongcheon to Busan, South Korea

The distance between Yeongcheon and Busan is around 111km (69 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 52min.

5 routes found

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

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Train

Take the train to Singyeongju Station and then to Busan Station.

  • Duration52min
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩11,795($9)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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Train and Bus

Take the train to Dongdaegu Station then take the bus to Busan Central Bus Termnal.

  • Duration1h 40m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩11,795($9)
Operated by

Multiple operators

1 similiar route

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Taxi

Take a taxi to Sasang Bus Terminal.

  • Duration1h 20m
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    ₩144,150($110)
Operated by

Multiple taxi operators

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Drive

Drive to Sasang Bus Terminal.

  • Duration1h 20m
  • Distance116km (72 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Yeongcheon and Busan

There are several options for getting from Yeongcheon to Busan by train, bus, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take the bus which costs around ₩9,175 ($7) and will take around 1h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and arrive in approximately 52min, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩11,795 ($9).

The distance between Yeongcheon and Busan is around 111km (69 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 88km (54 miles)

It takes around 52min to get from Yeongcheon and Busan by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 20m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Yeongcheon to Busan is to take the train which takes around 52min and will set you back approx ₩11,795 ($9).

The cheapest way to travel between Yeongcheon and Busan, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then take the bus which will typically cost around ₩9,175 ($7) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Yeongcheon and Busan. It typically takes around 52min and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Yeongcheon to Busan. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Singyeongju Station. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 52min.

Korail Mugunghwa, Suseo High Speed Railway and Korail run train services between Yeongcheon and Busan. Trains depart hourly and will take around 52min, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Yeongcheon and Busan. We recommend that you take the train to Singyeongju Station and then to Busan Station. instead which will take 52min.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Yeongcheon to Busan. We recommend that you take the train to Singyeongju Station and then to Busan Station. instead which will take 52min.

The closest major airport to Busan is Gimhae International Airport (PUS) (PUS) which is approximately 11km (7 miles) from Busan. Ulsan Airport (USN) (USN) 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 Yeongcheon and Busan. The distance is around 116km (72 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 20m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Yeongcheon to Busan is to take the train which takes, on average, 52min and will usually cost around ₩11,795 ($9).

How do I get from Yeongcheon to Busan

Compare travel optionsbetween Yeongcheon and Busan

Transport options from Yeongcheon to Busan
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
52min
₩11,795($9)
hourly112km (70 miles)
Train and Bus + 1 similar
1h 40m
₩11,795($9)
hourly137km (85 miles)
Train to Singyeongju Station, bus1h 45m
₩9,175($7)
hourly111km (69 miles)
Taxi
1h 20m
₩144,150($110)
on demand116km (72 miles)
Drive
1h 20m
₩23,590($18)
on demand116km (72 miles)

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Airports near Busan

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

PUS
Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
International Airport
Distance
11km (7 miles) from Busan
USN
Ulsan Airport (USN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
53km (33 miles) from Busan
TAE
Daegu International Airport (TAE)
International Airport
Distance
89km (55 miles) from Busan