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

The cheapest way to get from Seoul to Kwangju is to train which costs ₩5,500 - ₩5,800 and takes 1h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Seoul to Kwangju is to train and line 1 subway which takes 38 min and costs ₩10,000 - ₩38,000.

Is there a direct bus between Seoul and Kwangju?

No, there is no direct bus from Seoul to Kwangju. However, there are services departing from Seoul Express Bus Terminal and arriving at Pyeongtaek Express Bus Terminal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Seoul and Kwangju?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Seoul Station station and arriving at Seonghwan Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Seoul to Kwangju?

The distance between Seoul and Kwangju is 66 km. The road distance is 82.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Seoul to Kwangju without a car is to train and line 1 subway which takes 38 min and costs ₩10,000 - ₩38,000.

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

It takes approximately 38 min to get from Seoul to Kwangju, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Seoul to Kwangju bus from?

Seoul to Kwangju bus services, operated by Ko Bus, depart from Seoul Express Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Seoul to Kwangju train from?

Seoul to Kwangju train services, operated by Suseo High Speed Railway, depart from Suseo SRT station.

Train or bus from Seoul to Kwangju?

The best way to get from Seoul to Kwangju is to bus which takes 1h 34m and costs ₩6,000 - ₩10,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₩5,500 - ₩5,800 and takes 1h 7m.

Where does the Seoul to Kwangju bus arrive?

Seoul to Kwangju bus services, operated by Ko Bus, arrive at Pyeongtaek Express Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Seoul to Kwangju train arrive?

Seoul to Kwangju train services, operated by Suseo High Speed Railway, arrive at Pyeongtaek Jije Station.

Can I drive from Seoul to Kwangju?

Yes, the driving distance between Seoul to Kwangju is 82 km. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Seoul to Kwangju.

Where can I stay near Kwangju?

There are 120+ hotels available in Kwangju.

Seoul to Kwangju - 5 ways to travel via train, line 1 subway, bus, car

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There are 5 ways to get from Seoul to Kwangju by train, subway, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 1 subway
best
1. Take the train from Suseo SRT to Pyeongtaek Jije Stationtrain SRT Suseo / ...
2. Take the subway from Pyeongtaek Jije Station to Seonghwan Stationsubway 1
38 min
₩10,077–37,422
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Seoul Station to Seonghwan Stationtrain Mugunghwa Seoul
1h 7m
₩5,500–5,800
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seoul Express Bus Terminal to Pyeongtaek Express Bus Terminalbus
1h 34m
₩6,096–10,000
Drive 82.5 km
1. Drive from Seoul to Kwangjucar 82.5 km
1h
₩16,434–23,738
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Seoul to Kwangjutaxi 82.5 km
1h
₩95,000–120,000

Seoul to Kwangju by train

21Weekly Trains

1h 7mAverage Duration

₩5,500Cheapest Price

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Distance: 66 km
Duration: 38 min

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

Ko Bus operates a bus from Seoul Express Bus Terminal to Pyeongtaek Express Bus Terminal every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ₩4,600–7,900 and the journey takes 1h 20m. Alternatively, Korail Mugunghwa operates a train from Seoul Station to Seonghwan Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₩5,500–5,800 and the journey takes 1h 7m.

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