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

The cheapest way to get from Gwangju to Busan is to bus which costs ₩18,000 - ₩30,000 and takes 3h.

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 - ₩30,000.

Is there a direct bus between Gwangju and Busan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Usquare 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?

No, there is no direct train from Gwangju station to Busan station. However, there are services departing from Gwangju Songjeong Station and arriving at Busan Station via Osong Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

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 - ₩30,000.

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

The bus from Usquare 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 Usquare 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 - ₩30,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₩50,000 - ₩120,000 and takes 3h 16m, you could also fly, which costs ₩70,000 - ₩160,000 and takes 4h 12m.

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 998+ hotels available in Busan.

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

There are 5 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 Usquare Gwangju Bus Terminal to Busan Central Bus Terminalbus
3h
₩18,000–30,000
Train
1. Take the train from Gwangju Songjeong Station to Osong Stationtrain KTX Mokpo
2. Take the train from Osong Station to Busan Stationtrain KTX Seoul
3h 16m
₩53,355–116,581
Drive 245.6 km
1. Drive from Gwangju to Busancar 245.6 km
3h
₩53,987–77,981
Fly
1. Fly from Gwangju (KWJ) to Busan / Gimhae International Airport (PUS)plane KWJ - PUS
4h 12m
₩72,900–153,200
Bus via Gwangyang
1. Take the bus from Usquare Gwangju Bus Terminal to Donggwangyang Jungma Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Donggwangyang Jungma Bus Terminal to Busan Seobu Bus Terminalbus
4h 44m
₩27,200–40,400

Gwangju to Busan by train

175Weekly Trains

3h 16mAverage Duration

₩53,355Cheapest 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 Usquare Gwangju Bus Terminal to Busan Central Bus Terminal hourly. Tickets cost ₩18,000–30,000 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Gwangju Songjeong Station to Busan Station via Osong Station in around 3h 16m.

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