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

The cheapest way to get from Seoul to Muan is to bus which costs ₩26,000 - ₩44,000 and takes 5h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Seoul to Muan is to train via Masan which takes 3h 21m and costs ₩42,000 - ₩80,000.

Is there a direct bus between Seoul and Muan?

No, there is no direct bus from Seoul to Muan. However, there are services departing from Dong Seoul Bus Terminal and arriving at Muan Bus Terminal via Usquare Gwangju Bus Terminal and Hampyeong Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Seoul and Muan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Yongsan Station station and arriving at Muan Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Seoul to Muan?

The distance between Seoul and Muan is 331 km. The road distance is 321.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Seoul to Muan without a car is to train via Masan which takes 3h 21m and costs ₩42,000 - ₩80,000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Seoul to Muan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Seoul to Muan bus from?

Seoul to Muan bus services, operated by Ko Bus, depart from Dong Seoul Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Seoul to Muan train from?

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

Train or bus from Seoul to Muan?

The best way to get from Seoul to Muan is to train via Masan which takes 3h 21m and costs ₩42,000 - ₩80,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₩26,000 - ₩44,000 and takes 5h 36m.

Where does the Seoul to Muan bus arrive?

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

Where does the Seoul to Muan train arrive?

Seoul to Muan train services, operated by Suseo High Speed Railway, arrive at Gwangju Songjeong Station.

Can I drive from Seoul to Muan?

Yes, the driving distance between Seoul to Muan is 321 km. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Seoul to Muan.

Where can I stay near Muan?

There are 71+ hotels available in Muan.

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Train via Masan
best
1. Take the train from Suseo SRT to Gwangju Songjeong Stationtrain SRT Suseo
2. Take the train from Gwangju Songjeong Station to Muan Stationtrain ITX-Maum Seoul / ...
3h 21m
₩42,233–76,900
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Yongsan Station to Muan Stationtrain ITX-Saemaeul Seoul
4h 51m
₩24,000–90,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dong Seoul Bus Terminal to Usquare Gwangju Bus Terminalbus
5h 36m
₩26,843–43,539
Drive 321.2 km
1. Drive from Seoul to Muancar 321.2 km
3h 26m
₩66,745–96,410
Fly, train
1. Fly from Gimpo International Airport (GMP) to Gwangju (KWJ)plane GMP - KWJ
2. Take the train from Gwangju Songjeong Station to Muan Stationtrain
4h 17m
₩106,112–264,096

Seoul to Muan by train

35Weekly Trains

3h 21mAverage Duration

₩42,233Cheapest Price

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Distance: 331.2 km
Duration: 3h 21m

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

You can take a train from Suseo SRT to Muan Station via Gwangju Songjeong Station in around 3h 21m. Alternatively, Ko Bus operates a bus from Dong Seoul Bus Terminal to Usquare Gwangju Bus Terminal every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₩21,000–34,000 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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