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

The cheapest way to get from Gwangju to Busan is to train which costs ₩18,000 - ₩23,000 and takes 5h 26m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Gwangju and Busan?

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

Is there a direct train between Gwangju and Busan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gwangju Songjeong Station station and arriving at Busan Station station. Services depart twice a week, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Gwangju to Busan?

The distance between Gwangju and Busan is 253 km. The road distance is 245.6 km.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Gwangju to Busan bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Gwangju to Busan train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Gwangju to Busan?

The best way to get from Gwangju to Busan is to bus which takes 3h and costs ₩18,000 - ₩31,000. Alternatively, you can train via Sejong, which costs ₩46,000 - ₩120,000 and takes 3h 15m, you could also fly, which costs ₩60,000 - ₩220,000 and takes 4h 2m.

Where does the Gwangju to Busan bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gwangju to Busan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gwangju to Busan?

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

Where can I stay near Busan?

There are 1083+ hotels available in Busan.

Gwangju to Busan - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Gwangju to Busan 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 Gwangju Bus Terminal to Busan Central Bus Terminal
3h
₩18,000–31,000
Train via Sejong
1. Take the train from Gwangju Songjeong Station to Osong StationKTX Mokpo
2. Take the train from Osong Station to Busan StationKTX Seoul
3h 15m
₩46,436–116,472
Drive 245.6 km
1. Drive from Gwangju to Busan245.6 km
3h
₩53,680–77,537
Fly
1. Fly from Gwangju (KWJ) to Busan / Gimhae International Airport (PUS)KWJ - PUS
4h 2m
₩62,900–213,200
Train
1. Take the train from Gwangju Songjeong Station to Busan StationS-Train Gwangju Songjeong
4h 56m
₩31,000–49,000
Train #2
1. Take the train from Gwangju Songjeong Station to Sasang StationMugunghwa Gwangju Songjeong
5h 26m
₩18,398–22,714

Gwangju to Busan by train

175Weekly Trains

3h 15mAverage Duration

₩46,436Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 252.9 km
Duration: 3h

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

Ko Bus operates a bus from Gwangju Bus Terminal to Busan Central Bus Terminal hourly. Tickets cost ₩18,000–31,000 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Gwangju Songjeong Station to Busan Station via Osong Station in around 3h 15m.

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