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

The cheapest way to get from Jeonju to Gwangju is to bus which costs ₩7,000 - ₩15,000 and takes 1h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jeonju to Gwangju is to train which takes 1h 2m and costs ₩7,500 - ₩75,000.

Is there a direct bus between Jeonju and Gwangju?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Jeonju Bus Terminal and arriving at Usquare Gwangju Bus Terminal. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Jeonju and Gwangju?

No, there is no direct train from Jeonju station to Gwangju station. However, there are services departing from Jeonju Station and arriving at Gwangju Songjeong Station via Iksan Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 2m.

How far is it from Jeonju to Gwangju?

The distance between Jeonju and Gwangju is 118 km. The road distance is 90.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Jeonju to Gwangju without a car is to train which takes 1h 2m and costs ₩7,500 - ₩75,000.

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

It takes approximately 1h 2m to get from Jeonju to Gwangju, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jeonju to Gwangju bus from?

Jeonju to Gwangju bus services, operated by bus Tago, depart from Jeonju Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Jeonju to Gwangju train from?

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

Train or bus from Jeonju to Gwangju?

The best way to get from Jeonju to Gwangju is to train which takes 1h 2m and costs ₩7,500 - ₩75,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₩7,000 - ₩15,000 and takes 1h 40m.

Where does the Jeonju to Gwangju bus arrive?

Jeonju to Gwangju bus services, operated by bus Tago, arrive at Usquare Gwangju Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Jeonju to Gwangju train arrive?

Jeonju to Gwangju train services, operated by Korail, arrive at Iksan Station.

Can I drive from Jeonju to Gwangju?

Yes, the driving distance between Jeonju to Gwangju is 90 km. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Jeonju to Gwangju.

Where can I stay near Gwangju?

There are 140+ hotels available in Gwangju.

Jeonju to Gwangju - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Jeonju to Gwangju by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Jeonju Station to Iksan Stationtrain ITX-Maum Yeosu Expo / ...
2. Take the train from Iksan Station to Gwangju Songjeong Stationtrain KTX Seoul / ...
1h 2m
₩7,671–71,866
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Jeonju Bus Terminal to Usquare Gwangju Bus Terminalbus
1h 40m
₩7,000–15,000
Drive 90.4 km
1. Drive from Jeonju to Gwangjucar 90.4 km
1h 17m
₩18,925–27,336
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Jeonju to Gwangjutaxi 90.4 km
1h 17m
₩85,000–100,000
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Jeonju Bus Terminal to Jeongeup Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the train from Jeongeup Station to Gwangju Songjeong Stationtrain KTX Seoul / ...
1h 56m
₩8,500–43,663

Jeonju to Gwangju by train

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Distance: 118.1 km
Duration: 1h 2m

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

You can take a train from Jeonju Station to Gwangju Songjeong Station via Iksan Station in around 1h 2m. Alternatively, bus Tago operates a bus from Jeonju Bus Terminal to Usquare Gwangju Bus Terminal every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₩7,900–15,000 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Ko Bus also services this route twice daily.

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