How to travel from Yongin to Sokcho, South Korea
The distance between Yongin and Sokcho is around 201km (125 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 25m.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from Yongin to Sokcho by bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Sokcho → Yongin if you're planning a return trip.
Bus to Sokcho
Take the bus to Sokcho.
- Duration3h 10m
- Departsevery 30 mins
- Typical cost₩30,140($23)
TxBus
3 similiar routes
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Yongin and Sokcho
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Yongin to Sokcho by bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩18,345 ($14) and will take around 3h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩43,245 ($33).
The distance between Yongin and Sokcho is around 201km (125 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 164km (102 miles)
It takes around 3h 10m to get from Yongin and Sokcho by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 25m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Yongin to Sokcho is to drive which takes around 2h 25m and will set you back approx ₩43,245 ($33).
The cheapest way to travel between Yongin and Sokcho, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩18,345 ($14) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Yongin and Sokcho. We recommend that you drive to Sokcho. instead which will take 2h 25m.
Bus travel
Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Yongin and Sokcho. It typically takes around 3h 10m and departs every 30 mins.
Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Yongin and Sokcho with no changeovers required. The bus runs every 20 mins and takes 3h 40m.
Ko Bus, TxBus, KN Bus and Seoul Bus run regular bus services between Yongin and Sokcho. Buses run every 30 mins and take around 3h 10m on average but will vary depending on you book with.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Yongin to Sokcho. We recommend that you take the bus to Sokcho Express Bus Terminal. instead which will take 3h 10m.
The closest major airport to Sokcho is Yangyang International Airport (YNY) (YNY) which is approximately 18km (11 miles) from Sokcho. Wonju Airport (WJU) (WJU) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) (GMP) 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 Yongin and Sokcho. The distance is around 222km (138 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 25m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Yongin to Sokcho is to take the bus which takes, on average, 3h 10m and will usually cost around ₩23,590 ($18).
Compare travel optionsbetween Yongin and Sokcho
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus to Sokcho + 3 similar | 3h 10m | ₩30,140($23) | every 30 mins | 223km (139 miles) |
| Bus | 3h 10m | ₩23,590($18) | hourly | 230km (143 miles) |
| Bus to Sokcho | 3h 40m | ₩18,345($14) | every 20 mins | 201km (125 miles) |
| Bus via Gangbyeon Station | 3h 50m | ₩27,520($21) | every 30 mins | 237km (147 miles) |
Drive | 2h 25m | ₩43,245($33) | on demand | 222km (138 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Yongin and Sokcho
Bus companies
TxBus
KN Bus
Seoul Bus
Airports near Sokcho
The following major airports near Sokcho offer regular flights to various popular destinations within South Korea and internationally.
Yangyang International Airport (YNY)
- Distance
- 18km (11 miles) from Sokcho
Wonju Airport (WJU)
- Distance
- 101km (63 miles) from Sokcho
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
- Distance
- 173km (107 miles) from Sokcho