The average train between Seoul and Kwangyang takes 4h 28m and the fastest train takes 3h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Seoul to Kwangyang. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Seoul and Kwangyang. The earliest departure is at 7:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Seoul is at 9:48 PM which arrives into Kwangyang at 6:33 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Seoul to Kwangyang. However, there are services departing from Seoul station and arriving at Kwangyang station via Suncheon Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.
Seoul to Kwangyang train services, operated by Korail, depart from Yongsan Station.
Seoul to Kwangyang train services, operated by Korail, arrive at Suncheon Station.
The distance between Seoul and Kwangyang is 293.2 km. The road distance is 366 km.
Korail operates a train from Yongsan Station to Suncheon Station hourly. Tickets cost ₩39,000–85,000 and the journey takes 2h 39m. Korail Mugunghwa also services this route 4 times a day.