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

The cheapest way to get from Samcheok to Seoul is to bus which costs ₩18,000 - ₩37,000 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Samcheok to Seoul is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs ₩55,000 - ₩85,000.

Is there a direct bus between Samcheok and Seoul?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Samcheok Bus Terminal and arriving at Seoul Express Bus Terminal. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Samcheok and Seoul?

No, there is no direct train from Samcheok station to Seoul station. However, there are services departing from Samcheok Station and arriving at City Hall Station via Gangneung Station and Cheongnyangni Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Samcheok to Seoul?

The distance between Samcheok and Seoul is 272 km. The road distance is 261.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Samcheok to Seoul without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs ₩32,000 - ₩65,000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Samcheok to Seoul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Samcheok to Seoul bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Samcheok to Seoul train from?

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

Train or bus from Samcheok to Seoul?

The best way to get from Samcheok to Seoul is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs ₩32,000 - ₩65,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₩18,000 - ₩37,000 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Samcheok to Seoul bus arrive?

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

Where does the Samcheok to Seoul train arrive?

Samcheok to Seoul train services, operated by Korail, arrive at Gangneung Station.

Can I drive from Samcheok to Seoul?

Yes, the driving distance between Samcheok to Seoul is 261 km. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Samcheok to Seoul.

Where can I stay near Seoul?

There are 4292+ hotels available in Seoul.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Samcheok to Seoul 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
best
1. Take the train from Samcheok Station to Gangneung Stationtrain KTX-Eum Bujeon / ...
2. Take the train from Gangneung Station to Cheongnyangni Stationtrain KTX-Eum Gangneung
3h 27m
₩32,908–62,230
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Samcheok Bus Terminal to Seoul Express Bus Terminalbus
3h 30m
₩18,000–37,000
Drive 261.1 km
1. Drive from Samcheok to Seoulcar 261.1 km
3h 9m
₩58,132–83,968

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 271.9 km
Duration: 3h 27m

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

You can take a train from Samcheok Station to City Hall Station via Gangneung Station, Cheongnyangni Station, and Cheongnyangni Station in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, Ko Bus operates a bus from Samcheok Bus Terminal to Seoul Express Bus Terminal hourly. Tickets cost ₩18,000–30,000 and the journey takes 3h 30m. TxBus also services this route 4 times a day.

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