How to travel from Yeongcheon to Gapyeong, South Korea

The distance between Yeongcheon and Gapyeong is around 294km (183 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 3h 20m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Yeongcheon to Gapyeong by train, subway, car and plane. 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 Gwangmyeong Station and then to Gapyeong Station.

  • Duration3h 20m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩45,865($35)

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Train and Plane

Take the train to Pohong Station then fly from Pohang (KPO) to Seoul Gimpo (GMP) then take the train to Gapyeong Station.

  • Duration3h 50m
  • Flight time1hr
  • Typical cost
    ₩115,320($88)
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Drive

Drive to Gapyeong.

  • Duration3h 20m
  • Distance294km (183 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Yeongcheon and Gapyeong

There are several options for getting from Yeongcheon to Gapyeong by train, subway, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take the underground which costs around ₩20,965 ($16) and will take around 5h 5m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and arrive in approximately 3h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩45,865 ($35).

The distance between Yeongcheon and Gapyeong is around 294km (183 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 244km (152 miles)

It takes around 3h 20m to get from Yeongcheon and Gapyeong by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 20m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Yeongcheon to Gapyeong is to take the train which takes around 3h 20m and will set you back approx ₩45,865 ($35).

The cheapest way to travel between Yeongcheon and Gapyeong, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then take the underground 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 Yeongcheon and Gapyeong. It typically takes around 3h 20m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Yeongcheon to Gapyeong. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Dongdaegu Station, Gwangmyeong Station and Yongsan Station. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 3h 20m.

Korail, Korail Mugunghwa and Seoul Metro run train services between Yeongcheon and Gapyeong. Trains depart hourly and will take around 3h 20m, 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 Gapyeong. We recommend that you take the train to Gwangmyeong Station and then to Gapyeong Station. instead which will take 3h 20m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Yeongcheon to Gapyeong. We recommend that you take the train to Pohong Station then fly from Pohang (KPO) to Seoul Gimpo (GMP) then take the train to Gapyeong Station. instead which will take 3h 50m.

The closest major airport to Gapyeong is Wonju Airport (WJU) (WJU) which is approximately 59km (37 miles) from Gapyeong. Gimpo International Airport (GMP) (GMP) and Incheon International Airport (ICN) (ICN) 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 Gapyeong. The distance is around 294km (183 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 20m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Yeongcheon to Gapyeong is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 20m and will usually cost around ₩45,865 ($35).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Yeongcheon and Gapyeong

Transport options from Yeongcheon to Gapyeong
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train + 1 similar
3h 20m
₩45,865($35)
hourly385km (239 miles)
Train via Cheongnyangni Station5h 5m
₩20,965($16)
twice daily398km (248 miles)
Train and Plane + 2 similar
3h 50m
₩115,320($88)
4 times a day473km (294 miles)
Train to Singyeongju Station, plane4h 10m
₩76,005($58)
hourly552km (343 miles)
Train to Singyeongju Station, plane4h 15m
₩115,320($88)
hourly493km (306 miles)
Drive
3h 20m
₩57,660($44)
on demand294km (183 miles)

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Airports near Gapyeong

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

WJU
Wonju Airport (WJU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
59km (37 miles) from Gapyeong
GMP
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
International Airport
Distance
69km (43 miles) from Gapyeong
ICN
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
International Airport
Distance
102km (64 miles) from Gapyeong