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

The cheapest way to get from Samcheok to Gyeongju is to train which costs ₩21,000 - ₩32,000 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Samcheok to Gyeongju is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs ₩21,000 - ₩32,000.

Is there a direct bus between Samcheok and Gyeongju?

No, there is no direct bus from Samcheok to Gyeongju. However, there are services departing from Samcheok Bus Terminal and arriving at Gyeongju Intercity Bus Terminal via Busan Central Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Samcheok to Gyeongju?

The distance between Samcheok and Gyeongju is 208 km. The road distance is 202.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Samcheok to Gyeongju without a car is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs ₩21,000 - ₩32,000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Samcheok to Gyeongju, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Samcheok to Gyeongju bus from?

Samcheok to Gyeongju bus services, operated by bus Tago, depart from Samcheok Bus Terminal station.

Train or bus from Samcheok to Gyeongju?

The best way to get from Samcheok to Gyeongju is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs ₩21,000 - ₩32,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₩38,000 - ₩55,000 and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Samcheok to Gyeongju bus arrive?

Samcheok to Gyeongju bus services, operated by bus Tago, arrive at Busan Central Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Samcheok to Gyeongju?

Yes, the driving distance between Samcheok to Gyeongju is 203 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Samcheok to Gyeongju.

Where can I stay near Gyeongju?

There are 316+ hotels available in Gyeongju.

Samcheok to Gyeongju - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Samcheok to Gyeongju by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Samcheok Station to Gyeongju StationITX-Maum Gangneung
2h 47m
₩21,189–31,843
Bus
1. Take the bus from Samcheok Bus Terminal to Busan Central Bus Terminal
2. Take the bus from Busan Central Bus Terminal to Gyeongju Intercity Bus TerminalBusan
4h 34m
₩38,373–51,471
Drive 202.6 km
1. Drive from Samcheok to Gyeongju202.6 km
3h 1m
₩43,717–63,147

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 208 km
Duration: 2h 47m

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

Korail operates a train from Samcheok Station to Gyeongju Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost ₩19,000–31,000 and the journey takes 2h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Samcheok Bus Terminal to Gyeongju Intercity Bus Terminal via Busan Central Bus Terminal in around 4h 34m.

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