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

The cheapest way to get from Gwangju to Seoul is to bus which costs ₩21,000 - ₩34,000 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gwangju to Seoul is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs ₩19,000 - ₩70,000.

Is there a direct bus between Gwangju and Seoul?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Usquare Gwangju Bus Terminal and arriving at Dong Seoul Bus Terminal. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Gwangju and Seoul?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gwangju Songjeong Station station and arriving at Yongsan Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Gwangju to Seoul?

The distance between Gwangju and Seoul is 305 km. The road distance is 300.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Gwangju to Seoul without a car is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs ₩19,000 - ₩70,000.

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

The train from Gwangju Songjeong Station to Yongsan Station takes 2h 5m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Gwangju to Seoul bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Gwangju to Seoul train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Gwangju to Seoul?

The best way to get from Gwangju to Seoul is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs ₩19,000 - ₩70,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₩21,000 - ₩34,000 and takes 3h 30m, you could also fly, which costs ₩100,000 - ₩270,000 and takes 2h 38m.

Where does the Gwangju to Seoul bus arrive?

Gwangju to Seoul bus services, operated by Ko Bus, arrive at Dong Seoul Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Gwangju to Seoul train arrive?

Gwangju to Seoul train services, operated by Korail, arrive at Yongsan Station.

Can I drive from Gwangju to Seoul?

Yes, the driving distance between Gwangju to Seoul is 300 km. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Gwangju to Seoul.

Where can I stay near Seoul?

There are 5220+ hotels available in Seoul.

Gwangju to Seoul - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Gwangju to Seoul by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gwangju Songjeong Station to Yongsan Stationtrain KTX Mokpo / ...
2h 5m
₩19,000–70,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Usquare Gwangju Bus Terminal to Dong Seoul Bus Terminalbus
3h 30m
₩21,000–34,000
Drive 300.2 km
1. Drive from Gwangju to Seoulcar 300.2 km
3h 20m
₩62,833–90,759
Fly from Gwangju
1. Fly from Gwangju (KWJ) to Gimpo International Airport (GMP)plane KWJ - GMP
2h 38m
₩103,400–264,600
Bus via Jeonju
1. Take the bus from Usquare Gwangju Bus Terminal to Jeonju Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Jeonju Bus Terminal to Seoul Nambu Bus Terminalbus
4h 16m
₩22,900–44,306
Bus to Yeosu/Suncheon Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Usquare Gwangju Bus Terminal to Yeocheon Intercity Bus Terminalbus
2. Fly from Yeosu/Suncheon Airport (RSU) to Gimpo International Airport (GMP)plane RSU - GMP
4h 11m
₩92,996–300,400

Gwangju to Seoul by train

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Distance: 304.6 km
Duration: 2h 5m

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

Korail operates a train from Gwangju Songjeong Station to Yongsan Station hourly. Tickets cost ₩33,000–70,000 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Ko Bus operates a bus from Usquare Gwangju Bus Terminal to Dong Seoul Bus Terminal every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₩21,000–34,000 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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