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

The cheapest way to get from Samcheok to Jeonju is to bus which costs ₩40,000 - ₩60,000 and takes 7h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Samcheok to Jeonju is to drive which takes 5h 13m and costs ₩70,000 - ₩110,000.

Is there a direct bus between Samcheok and Jeonju?

No, there is no direct bus from Samcheok to Jeonju. However, there are services departing from Samcheok Bus Terminal and arriving at Jeonju Express Bus Terminal via Seoul Central City Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Samcheok and Jeonju?

No, there is no direct train from Samcheok station to Jeonju station. However, there are services departing from Samcheok Station and arriving at Jeonju Station via Gyeongju Station and Osong Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Samcheok to Jeonju?

The distance between Samcheok and Jeonju is 528 km. The road distance is 333.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Samcheok to Jeonju without a car is to train via Gyeongju which takes 5h 31m and costs ₩60,000 - ₩140,000.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Samcheok to Jeonju, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Samcheok to Jeonju bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Samcheok to Jeonju train from?

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

Train or bus from Samcheok to Jeonju?

The best way to get from Samcheok to Jeonju is to train via Gyeongju which takes 5h 31m and costs ₩60,000 - ₩140,000. Alternatively, you can bus via Seoul, which costs ₩32,000 - ₩55,000 and takes 6h 18m.

Where does the Samcheok to Jeonju bus arrive?

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

Where does the Samcheok to Jeonju train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Samcheok to Jeonju?

Yes, the driving distance between Samcheok to Jeonju is 333 km. It takes approximately 5h 13m to drive from Samcheok to Jeonju.

Where can I stay near Jeonju?

There are 302+ hotels available in Jeonju.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Samcheok to Jeonju 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 Gyeongju
best
1. Take the train from Samcheok Station to Gyeongju Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Gyeongju Station to Osong Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Osong Station to Jeonju Stationtrain
5h 31m
₩61,315–132,888
Bus via Seoul
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Samcheok Bus Terminal to Seoul Express Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Seoul Central City Bus Terminal to Jeonju Express Bus Terminalbus
6h 18m
₩32,607–54,000
Drive 333.4 km
1. Drive from Samcheok to Jeonjucar 333.4 km
5h 13m
₩72,950–105,372
Bus
1. Take the bus from Samcheok Bus Terminal to Gangneung Intercity Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Gangneung Intercity Bus Terminal to Jeonju Bus Terminalbus
7h 25m
₩40,233–60,232
Train
1. Take the train from Donghae Station to Jecheon Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Jecheon Station to Osong Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Osong Station to Jeonju Stationtrain
8h 30m
₩33,087–105,052

Samcheok to Jeonju by train

49Weekly Trains

5h 31mAverage Duration

₩61,315Cheapest Price

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Distance: 528.4 km
Duration: 5h 31m

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

You can take a train from Samcheok Station to Jeonju Station via Gyeongju Station and Osong Station in around 5h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Samcheok Bus Terminal to Jeonju Express Bus Terminal via Seoul Express Bus Terminal and Seoul Central City Bus Terminal in around 6h 18m.

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