What is the cheapest way to get from Jeonju to Samcheok?

The cheapest way to get from Jeonju to Samcheok is to bus via Seoul which costs ₩32,000 - ₩60,000 and takes 6h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Jeonju to Samcheok?

The fastest way to get from Jeonju to Samcheok is to drive which takes 5h 14m and costs ₩70,000 - ₩110,000.

Is there a direct bus between Jeonju and Samcheok?

No, there is no direct bus from Jeonju to Samcheok. However, there are services departing from Jeonju Express Bus Terminal and arriving at Samcheok Bus Terminal via Seoul Express Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Jeonju and Samcheok?

No, there is no direct train from Jeonju station to Samcheok station. However, there are services departing from Jeonju Station and arriving at Samcheok Station via Osong Station and Pohong Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Jeonju to Samcheok?

The distance between Jeonju and Samcheok is 519 km. The road distance is 333.2 km.

How do I travel from Jeonju to Samcheok without a car?

The best way to get from Jeonju to Samcheok without a car is to train via Pohang which takes 6h 11m and costs ₩47,000 - ₩140,000.

How long does it take to get from Jeonju to Samcheok?

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Jeonju to Samcheok, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jeonju to Samcheok bus from?

Jeonju to Samcheok bus services, operated by Ko Bus, depart from Jeonju Express Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Jeonju to Samcheok train from?

Jeonju to Samcheok train services, operated by Korail, depart from Jeonju Station.

Train or bus from Jeonju to Samcheok?

The best way to get from Jeonju to Samcheok is to train via Pohang which takes 6h 11m and costs ₩47,000 - ₩140,000. Alternatively, you can bus via Seoul, which costs ₩32,000 - ₩60,000 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Jeonju to Samcheok bus arrive?

Jeonju to Samcheok bus services, operated by Ko Bus, arrive at Seoul Central City Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Jeonju to Samcheok train arrive?

Jeonju to Samcheok train services, operated by Korail, arrive at Osong Station.

Can I drive from Jeonju to Samcheok?

Yes, the driving distance between Jeonju to Samcheok is 333 km. It takes approximately 5h 14m to drive from Jeonju to Samcheok.

Where can I stay near Samcheok?

There are 73+ hotels available in Samcheok.

Jeonju to Samcheok - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Jeonju to Samcheok by train, bus, or car

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

Train via Pohang
best
1. Take the train from Jeonju Station to Osong Station
2. Take the train from Osong Station to Pohong Station
3. Take the train from Pohong Station to Samcheok Station
6h 11m
₩47,092–134,216
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Jeonju Station to Osong Station
2. Take the train from Osong Station to Jecheon Station
3. Take the train from Jecheon Station to Donghae Station
8h 32m
₩28,492–75,216
Bus via Seoul
1. Take the bus from Jeonju Express Bus Terminal to Seoul Central City Bus Terminal
2. Take the bus from Seoul Express Bus Terminal to Samcheok Bus Terminal
6h 35m
₩32,701–56,634
Drive 333.2 km
1. Drive from Jeonju to Samcheok333.2 km
5h 14m
₩71,009–102,569
Bus
1. Take the bus from Jeonju Bus Terminal to Cheongju Intercity Bus Termianl
2. Take the bus from Cheongju Intercity Bus Terminal to Taebaek Bus Terminal
3. Take the bus from Taebaek Bus Terminal to Samcheok Bus Terminal
8h 27m
₩35,329–55,900

Jeonju to Samcheok by train

56Weekly Trains

6h 11mAverage Duration

₩47,092Cheapest Price

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Distance: 518.5 km
Duration: 6h 11m

What companies run services between Jeonju, South Korea and Samcheok, South Korea?

You can take a train from Jeonju Station to Samcheok Station via Osong Station and Pohong Station in around 6h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Jeonju Express Bus Terminal to Samcheok Bus Terminal via Seoul Central City Bus Terminal and Seoul Express Bus Terminal in around 6h 35m.

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