How to travel from Yeosu to Busan, South Korea

The distance between Yeosu and Busan is around 172km (107 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a taxi which takes around 1h 55m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Yeosu to Busan by bus, train, 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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bus
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Bus

Take the bus to Busan Central Bus Termnal.

  • Duration2h 30m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    ₩22,275($17)
Operated by

Ko Bus

1 similiar route

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train
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Train

Take the train to Busan Station.

  • Duration3hrs
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    ₩27,520($21)
🚀 Fastest
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taxi
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Taxi

Take a taxi to Sasang Bus Terminal.

  • Duration1h 55m
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    ₩222,775($170)
Operated by

Multiple taxi operators

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car
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Drive

Drive to Sasang Bus Terminal.

  • Duration1h 55m
  • Distance172km (107 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Yeosu and Busan

There are several options for getting from Yeosu to Busan by bus, train, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩20,965 ($16) and will take around 2h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a taxi and arrive in approximately 1h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩222,775 ($170).

The distance between Yeosu and Busan is around 172km (107 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 137km (85 miles)

It takes around 2h 30m to get from Yeosu and Busan by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 55m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Yeosu to Busan is to take a taxi which takes around 1h 55m and will set you back approx ₩222,775 ($170).

The cheapest way to travel between Yeosu and Busan, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus 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 Yeosu and Busan. It typically takes around 3hrs and departs 5 times a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Yeosu to Busan. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Suncheon Station. These services run 5 times a week and will take a minimum of 3hrs.

Korail run train services between Yeosu and Busan. Trains depart 5 times a week and will take around 3hrs, 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 Yeosu and Busan. It typically takes around 2h 30m and departs every 20 mins.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Yeosu and Busan with no changeovers required. The bus runs every 20 mins and takes 2h 30m.

Ko Bus run regular bus services between Yeosu and Busan. Buses run every 20 mins and take around 2h 30m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Yeosu to Busan. We recommend that you take the bus to Busan Central Bus Termnal. instead which will take 2h 30m.

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 Yeosu and Busan. The distance is around 172km (107 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 55m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Yeosu to Busan is to take the bus which takes, on average, 2h 30m and will usually cost around ₩22,275 ($17).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Yeosu and Busan

Transport options from Yeosu to Busan
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus + 1 similar
2h 30m
₩22,275($17)
every 20 mins183km (113 miles)
Bus to Busan Sasang Bus Terminal2h 55m
₩20,965($16)
hourly177km (110 miles)
Train
3hrs
₩27,520($21)
5 times a week230km (143 miles)
Taxi
1h 55m
₩222,775($170)
on demand172km (107 miles)
Drive
1h 55m
₩27,520($21)
on demand172km (107 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Yeosu and Busan

Bus companies

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