How to travel from Yeosu to Jecheon, South Korea

The distance between Yeosu and Jecheon is around 377km (234 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 2h 45m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Yeosu to Jecheon by train, 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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Fly to Wonju (WJU), Train

Fly from Yosu (RSU) to Wonju (WJU) then take the train to Jecheon Station.

  • Duration2h 45m
  • Flight time1h 55m
  • Typical cost
    ₩229,325($175)
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Train

Take the train to Osong Station and then to Jecheon Station.

  • Duration3h 30m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩35,380($27)
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Bus

Take the bus to Seoul Central City Bus Terminal and then to Jecheon.

  • Duration6h 25m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩47,175($36)
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Drive

Drive to Teisen.

  • Duration3h 60m
  • Distance377km (234 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Yeosu and Jecheon

There are several options for getting from Yeosu to Jecheon by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₩35,380 ($27) and will take around 3h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 2h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩229,325 ($175).

The distance between Yeosu and Jecheon is around 377km (234 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 268km (167 miles)

It takes around 3h 30m to get from Yeosu and Jecheon by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 60m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Yeosu to Jecheon is to fly and then take the train which takes around 2h 45m and will set you back approx ₩229,325 ($175).

The cheapest way to travel between Yeosu and Jecheon, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₩35,380 ($27) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Yeosu and Jecheon. It typically takes around 3h 30m and departs every 3 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Yeosu to Jecheon. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Osong Station. These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 3h 30m.

Korail and Korail Mugunghwa run train services between Yeosu and Jecheon. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 3h 30m, 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 Jecheon. It typically takes around 6h 25m and departs hourly.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Yeosu to Jecheon. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Yeosu Bus Terminal and Seoul Central City Bus Terminal. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 6h 25m.

Easy Ticket and Ko Bus run regular bus services between Yeosu and Jecheon. Buses run hourly and take around 6h 25m 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 Jecheon. We recommend that you fly from Yosu (RSU) to Seoul Gimpo (GMP) then take the train to Jecheon Station. instead which will take 2h 50m.

The closest major airport to Jecheon is Wonju Airport (WJU) (WJU) which is approximately 41km (25 miles) from Jecheon. Cheongju International Airport (CJJ) (CJJ) and Yangyang International Airport (YNY) (YNY) 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 Jecheon. The distance is around 377km (234 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 60m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Yeosu to Jecheon is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 30m and will usually cost around ₩35,380 ($27).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Yeosu and Jecheon

Transport options from Yeosu to Jecheon
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly to Wonju (WJU), Train + 1 similar
2h 45m
₩229,325($175)
every 3 hours725km (450 miles)
Plane and Train2h 50m
₩106,145($81)
every 3 hours514km (319 miles)
Train
3h 30m
₩35,380($27)
every 3 hours377km (234 miles)
Bus
6h 25m
₩47,175($36)
hourly483km (300 miles)
Drive
3h 60m
₩73,385($56)
on demand377km (234 miles)

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Airports near Jecheon

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

WJU
Wonju Airport (WJU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
41km (25 miles) from Jecheon
CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
78km (48 miles) from Jecheon
YNY
Yangyang International Airport (YNY)
International Airport
Distance
111km (69 miles) from Jecheon