What is the cheapest way to get from Gwangju to Busan Central Bus Terminal?

The cheapest way to get from Gwangju to Busan Central Bus Terminal is to train via Bujeon Station which costs ₩19,000 - ₩24,000 and takes 6h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gwangju to Busan Central Bus Terminal?

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

Is there a direct bus between Gwangju and Busan Central Bus Terminal?

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 Central Bus Terminal?

No, there is no direct train from Gwangju station to Busan Central Bus Terminal station. However, there are services departing from Gwangju Songjeong Station and arriving at Nopo Station via Busan Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

How far is it from Gwangju to Busan Central Bus Terminal?

The distance between Gwangju and Busan Central Bus Terminal is 253 km. The road distance is 249.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Gwangju to Busan Central Bus Terminal 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 Central Bus Terminal?

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 Central Bus Terminal bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Gwangju to Busan Central Bus Terminal train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Gwangju to Busan Central Bus Terminal?

The best way to get from Gwangju to Busan Central Bus Terminal is to bus which takes 3h and costs ₩18,000 - ₩31,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₩33,000 - ₩55,000 and takes 5h 42m, you could also fly, which costs ₩60,000 - ₩220,000 and takes 5h.

Where does the Gwangju to Busan Central Bus Terminal bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gwangju to Busan Central Bus Terminal train arrive?

Gwangju to Busan Central Bus Terminal train services, operated by Korail, arrive at Busan Station.

Can I drive from Gwangju to Busan Central Bus Terminal?

Yes, the driving distance between Gwangju to Busan Central Bus Terminal is 249 km. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Gwangju to Busan Central Bus Terminal.

Where can I stay near Busan Central Bus Terminal?

There are 1072+ hotels available in Busan Central Bus Terminal.

Gwangju to Busan Central Bus Terminal - 5 ways to travel via train, bus

There are 5 ways to get from Gwangju to Busan Central Bus Terminal 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
1. Take the train from Gwangju Songjeong Station to Busan StationS-Train Gwangju Songjeong
5h 42m
₩33,000–50,273
Drive 249.4 km
1. Drive from Gwangju to Busan Central Bus Terminal249.4 km
3h 3m
₩53,937–77,908
Fly
1. Fly from Gwangju (KWJ) to Busan / Gimhae International Airport (PUS)KWJ - PUS
5h
₩61,300–217,100
Train via Bujeon Station
1. Take the train from Gwangju Songjeong Station to Bujeon StationMugunghwa Gwangju Songjeong
6h 13m
₩19,219–23,342

Gwangju (KWJ) to Busan / Gimhae International Airport (PUS) flights

84Weekly Planes

4h 3mAverage Duration

₩60,971Cheapest Price

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Distance: 252.9 km
Duration: 3h

What companies run services between Gwangju, South Korea and Busan Central Bus Terminal, 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, Korail operates a train from Gwangju Songjeong Station to Busan Station twice a week. Tickets cost ₩31,000–49,000 and the journey takes 4h 56m.

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