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

The cheapest way to get from Busan to Gwangju is to bus which costs ₩18,000 - ₩31,000 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Busan to Gwangju is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs ₩50,000 - ₩80,000.

Is there a direct bus between Busan and Gwangju?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Busan Central Bus Terminal and arriving at Gwangju Bus Terminal. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Busan and Gwangju?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Busan Station station and arriving at Gwangju Songjeong Station station. Services depart twice a week, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Busan to Gwangju?

The distance between Busan and Gwangju is 252 km. The road distance is 245.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Busan to Gwangju without a car is to bus which takes 3h 10m and costs ₩18,000 - ₩31,000.

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

The bus from Busan Central Bus Terminal to Gwangju Bus Terminal takes 3h 10m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Busan to Gwangju bus from?

Busan to Gwangju bus services, operated by Ko Bus, depart from Busan Central Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Busan to Gwangju train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Busan to Gwangju?

The best way to get from Busan to Gwangju is to bus which takes 3h 10m and costs ₩18,000 - ₩31,000. Alternatively, you can train via Sejong, which costs ₩46,000 - ₩120,000 and takes 3h 12m, you could also fly, which costs ₩60,000 - ₩200,000 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Busan to Gwangju bus arrive?

Busan to Gwangju bus services, operated by Ko Bus, arrive at Gwangju Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Busan to Gwangju train arrive?

Busan to Gwangju train services, operated by Korail, arrive at Osong Station.

Can I drive from Busan to Gwangju?

Yes, the driving distance between Busan to Gwangju is 246 km. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Busan to Gwangju.

Where can I stay near Gwangju?

There are 141+ hotels available in Gwangju.

Busan to Gwangju - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Busan to Gwangju by bus, train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Busan Central Bus Terminal to Gwangju Bus Terminalbus
3h 10m
₩18,000–31,000
Train via Sejong
1. Take the train from Busan Station to Osong Stationtrain KTX Busan
2. Take the train from Osong Station to Gwangju Songjeong Stationtrain KTX Seoul
3h 12m
₩46,718–112,631
Drive 245.7 km
1. Drive from Busan to Gwangjucar 245.7 km
3h 2m
₩52,936–76,463
Fly
1. Fly from Busan / Gimhae International Airport (PUS) to Gwangju (KWJ)plane PUS - KWJ
4h 21m
₩62,981–193,122
Train
1. Take the train from Busan Station to Gwangju Songjeong Stationtrain S-Train Busan
4h 58m
₩31,000–49,000

Busan to Gwangju by train

192Weekly Trains

3h 12mAverage Duration

₩46,718Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 251.8 km
Duration: 3h 10m

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

Ko Bus operates a bus from Busan Central Bus Terminal to Gwangju Bus Terminal hourly. Tickets cost ₩18,000–31,000 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Busan Station to Gwangju Songjeong Station via Osong Station in around 3h 12m.

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