How to travel from Yeongcheon to Suwon, South Korea

The distance between Yeongcheon and Suwon is around 268km (167 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then take the underground which takes around 2h 25m.

9 routes found

We've found 9 different ways to get from Yeongcheon to Suwon by train, subway, bus, 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 via Jije SRT

Take the train to Jije SRT and then to Hwaseo Station.

  • Duration2h 25m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩30,140($23)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

2 similiar routes

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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 Suwon Station.

  • Duration2h 45m
  • Flight time1hr
  • Typical cost
    ₩108,765($83)
Operated by

Multiple operators

3 similiar routes

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Bus

Take the bus to Seoul Express Bus Terminal.

  • Duration4h 25m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    ₩32,760($25)
Operated by

Ko Bus

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Drive

Drive to Suwon.

  • Duration2h 50m
  • Distance268km (167 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Yeongcheon and Suwon

There are several options for getting from Yeongcheon to Suwon by train, subway, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₩14,415 ($11) and will take around 3h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then take the underground and arrive in approximately 2h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩30,140 ($23).

The distance between Yeongcheon and Suwon is around 268km (167 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 226km (140 miles)

It takes around 2h 25m to get from Yeongcheon and Suwon by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 50m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Yeongcheon to Suwon is to take the train and then take the underground which takes around 2h 25m and will set you back approx ₩30,140 ($23).

The cheapest way to travel between Yeongcheon and Suwon, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₩14,415 ($11) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Yeongcheon and Suwon. It typically takes around 2h 25m and departs every 3 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Yeongcheon to Suwon. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Dongdaegu Station. These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 2h 25m.

Korail, Korail Mugunghwa, Suseo High Speed Railway and Seoul Metro run train services between Yeongcheon and Suwon. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 2h 25m, 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 Yeongcheon and Suwon. It typically takes around 4h 25m and departs every 20 mins.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Yeongcheon to Suwon. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Seoul Express Bus Terminal and Yongin. These services run every 20 mins and will take a minimum of 4h 25m.

Ko Bus run regular bus services between Yeongcheon and Suwon. Buses run every 20 mins and take around 4h 25m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Yeongcheon to Suwon. We recommend that you take the train to Pohong Station then fly from Pohang (KPO) to Seoul Gimpo (GMP) then take the train to Suwon Station. instead which will take 2h 45m.

The closest major airport to Suwon is Gimpo International Airport (GMP) (GMP) which is approximately 37km (23 miles) from Suwon. Incheon International Airport (ICN) (ICN) 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 Suwon. The distance is around 268km (167 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 50m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Yeongcheon to Suwon is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 25m and will usually cost around ₩28,830 ($22).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Yeongcheon and Suwon

Transport options from Yeongcheon to Suwon
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train via Jije SRT + 2 similar
2h 25m
₩30,140($23)
hourly281km (175 miles)
Train2h 25m
₩28,830($22)
every 3 hours279km (173 miles)
Train via Sintanjin Station3h 45m
₩14,415($11)
every 3 hours301km (187 miles)
Train and Plane + 3 similar
2h 45m
₩108,765($83)
4 times a day430km (267 miles)
Plane and Bus2h 55m
₩440,305($335)
hourly365km (227 miles)
Train to Singyeongju Station, plane3hrs
₩62,900($48)
hourly509km (316 miles)
Train to Singyeongju Station, plane3h 15m
₩102,215($78)
hourly449km (279 miles)
Bus
4h 25m
₩32,760($25)
every 20 mins345km (214 miles)
Drive
2h 50m
₩52,415($40)
on demand268km (167 miles)

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Airports near Suwon

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

GMP
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
International Airport
Distance
37km (23 miles) from Suwon
ICN
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
International Airport
Distance
53km (33 miles) from Suwon
CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
75km (46 miles) from Suwon