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

The cheapest way to get from Seoul to Gangneung is to bus which costs ₩14,000 - ₩30,000 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Seoul to Gangneung is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs ₩25,000 - ₩55,000.

Is there a direct bus between Seoul and Gangneung?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dong Seoul Bus Terminal and arriving at Gangneung Intercity Bus Terminal. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Seoul and Gangneung?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Seoul Station station and arriving at Gangneung Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Seoul to Gangneung?

The distance between Seoul and Gangneung is 222 km. The road distance is 208.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Seoul to Gangneung without a car is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs ₩25,000 - ₩55,000.

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

The train from Seoul Station to Gangneung Station takes 1h 57m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Seoul to Gangneung bus from?

Seoul to Gangneung bus services, operated by TxBus, depart from Dong Seoul Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Seoul to Gangneung train from?

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

Train or bus from Seoul to Gangneung?

The best way to get from Seoul to Gangneung is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs ₩25,000 - ₩55,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₩14,000 - ₩30,000 and takes 2h 20m.

Where does the Seoul to Gangneung bus arrive?

Seoul to Gangneung bus services, operated by TxBus, arrive at Gangneung Intercity Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Seoul to Gangneung train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Seoul to Gangneung?

Yes, the driving distance between Seoul to Gangneung is 209 km. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Seoul to Gangneung.

Where can I stay near Gangneung?

There are 290+ hotels available in Gangneung.

Seoul to Gangneung - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Seoul to Gangneung by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Seoul Station to Gangneung Stationtrain KTX-Eum Seoul
1h 57m
₩25,000–55,000
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dong Seoul Bus Terminal to Gangneung Intercity Bus Terminalbus
2h 20m
₩14,000–30,000
Drive 208.7 km
1. Drive from Seoul to Gangneungcar 208.7 km
2h 41m
₩43,703–63,126
Train via Cheongnyangni Station
1. Take the train from Cheongnyangni Station to Gangneung Stationtrain KTX-Eum Seoul
2h 20m
₩24,500–49,033

Seoul to Gangneung by train

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Distance: 222.3 km
Duration: 1h 57m

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

Korail operates a train from Seoul Station to Gangneung Station hourly. Tickets cost ₩25,000–55,000 and the journey takes 1h 57m. Alternatively, TxBus operates a bus from Dong Seoul Bus Terminal to Gangneung Intercity Bus Terminal every 20 minutes. Tickets cost ₩21,000–30,000 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Ko Bus also services this route every 30 minutes.

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