What is the cheapest way to get from Gwangju to Cheonan?

The cheapest way to get from Gwangju to Cheonan is to bus which costs ₩20,000 - ₩35,000 and takes 4h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gwangju to Cheonan?

The fastest way to get from Gwangju to Cheonan is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs ₩13,000 - ₩55,000.

Is there a direct bus between Gwangju and Cheonan?

No, there is no direct bus from Gwangju to Cheonan. However, there are services departing from Usquare Gwangju Bus Terminal and arriving at Cheonan Bus Terminal via Yuseong Intercity Bus Stop and Cheongju Intercity Bus terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Gwangju and Cheonan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gwangju Songjeong Station station and arriving at Cheonan Asan Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Gwangju to Cheonan?

The distance between Gwangju and Cheonan is 211 km. The road distance is 209.3 km.

How do I travel from Gwangju to Cheonan without a car?

The best way to get from Gwangju to Cheonan without a car is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs ₩13,000 - ₩55,000.

How long does it take to get from Gwangju to Cheonan?

The train from Gwangju Songjeong Station to Cheonan Asan Station takes 1h 23m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Gwangju to Cheonan bus from?

Gwangju to Cheonan bus services, operated by Ko Bus, depart from Usquare Gwangju Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Gwangju to Cheonan train from?

Gwangju to Cheonan train services, operated by Korail, depart from Gwangju Songjeong Station.

Train or bus from Gwangju to Cheonan?

The best way to get from Gwangju to Cheonan is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs ₩13,000 - ₩55,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₩20,000 - ₩35,000 and takes 4h 2m.

Where does the Gwangju to Cheonan bus arrive?

Gwangju to Cheonan bus services, operated by Ko Bus, arrive at Yuseong Complex Terminal station.

Where does the Gwangju to Cheonan train arrive?

Gwangju to Cheonan train services, operated by Korail, arrive at Cheonan Asan Station.

Can I drive from Gwangju to Cheonan?

Yes, the driving distance between Gwangju to Cheonan is 209 km. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Gwangju to Cheonan.

Where can I stay near Cheonan?

There are 70+ hotels available in Cheonan.

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There are 4 ways to get from Gwangju to Cheonan by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Gwangju Songjeong Station to Cheonan Asan Stationtrain KTX Mokpo
1h 23m
₩13,000–55,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Usquare Gwangju Bus Terminal to Yuseong Complex Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Yuseong Intercity Bus Stop to Cheongju Intercity Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Cheongju Intercity Bus terminal to Cheonan Bus Terminalbus
4h 2m
₩20,709–34,100
Drive 209.3 km
1. Drive from Gwangju to Cheonancar 209.3 km
2h 22m
₩40,963–59,169
Train via Iksan
1. Take the train from Gwangju Songjeong Station to Iksan Stationtrain KTX Mokpo / ...
2. Take the train from Iksan Station to Cheonan Stationtrain Saemaeul Iksan / ...
3h 17m
₩16,129–72,122

Gwangju to Cheonan by train

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Distance: 211.4 km
Duration: 1h 23m

What companies run services between Gwangju, South Korea and Cheonan, South Korea?

Korail operates a train from Gwangju Songjeong Station to Cheonan Asan Station hourly. Tickets cost ₩24,000–55,000 and the journey takes 1h 23m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Usquare Gwangju Bus Terminal to Cheonan Bus Terminal via Yuseong Complex Terminal, Yuseong Intercity Bus Stop, and Cheongju Intercity Bus terminal in around 4h 2m.

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