How to travel from Yeongcheon to Gwangju, South Korea

The distance between Yeongcheon and Gwangju is around 254km (158 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 2h 30m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Yeongcheon to Gwangju by train, 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 Osong Station and then to Gwangju Songjeong Station.

  • Duration2h 30m
  • Departsevery 2 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩43,245($33)
Operated byKorail+ 1 others
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Fly

Fly from Daegu (TAE) to Gwangju (KWJ).

  • Duration2h 60m
  • Flight time2hrs
  • Typical cost
    ₩220,155($170)
Operated by

Jeju Air

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Drive

Drive to Gwangju.

  • Duration3hrs
  • Distance254km (158 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Yeongcheon and Gwangju

There are several options for getting from Yeongcheon to Gwangju by train, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₩43,245 ($33) and will take around 2h 30m.

The distance between Yeongcheon and Gwangju is around 254km (158 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 209km (130 miles)

It takes around 2h 30m to get from Yeongcheon and Gwangju by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3hrs to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Yeongcheon to Gwangju is to take the train which takes around 2h 30m and will set you back approx ₩43,245 ($33).

The cheapest way to travel between Yeongcheon and Gwangju, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₩43,245 ($33) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Yeongcheon and Gwangju. It typically takes around 2h 30m and departs every 2 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Yeongcheon to Gwangju. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Dongdaegu Station and Osong Station. These services run every 2 hours and will take a minimum of 2h 30m.

Korail and Suseo High Speed Railway run train services between Yeongcheon and Gwangju. Trains depart every 2 hours and will take around 2h 30m, 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 Gwangju. We recommend that you take the train to Osong Station and then to Gwangju Songjeong Station. instead which will take 2h 30m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Yeongcheon and Gwangju. Flights depart from Daegu (TAE) and arrive at Gwangju (KWJ) - via Cheju (CJU). The flight takes around 2hrs.

There is no direct flight from Yeongcheon to Gwangju. There is however a flight that goes via Cheju (CJU). This services will take at least 2h 60m (not including layover time).

The flight from Yeongcheon to Gwangju typically takes around 2hrs. Flights depart from Daegu (TAE) and and arrive into Gwangju (KWJ).

The closest major airport to Gwangju is Gwangju Airport (KWJ) (KWJ) which is approximately 4km (3 miles) from Gwangju. Daegu International Airport (TAE) (TAE) 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 Yeongcheon and Gwangju. The distance is around 254km (158 miles) by road and it will take around 3hrs in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Yeongcheon to Gwangju is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 30m and will usually cost around ₩43,245 ($33).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Yeongcheon and Gwangju

Transport options from Yeongcheon to Gwangju
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 30m
₩43,245($33)
every 2 hours378km (235 miles)
Fly
2h 60m
₩220,155($170)
hourly561km (348 miles)
Drive
3hrs
₩49,795($38)
on demand254km (158 miles)

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Airports near Gwangju

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

KWJ
Gwangju Airport (KWJ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
4km (3 miles) from Gwangju
TAE
Daegu International Airport (TAE)
International Airport
Distance
181km (113 miles) from Gwangju
CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
183km (114 miles) from Gwangju