Seoul to Gwangju

Seoul to Gwangju

Seoul
Gwangju
Sun, May 19
One Way
NaN Passengers

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$97
 
 
$118

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Seoul to Gwangju Schedule

Seoul to Gwangju Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
KTX Sancheon 1st Class 05:47 - 07:45₩ 76,296
KTX 2nd Class 06:21 - 08:27₩ 58,132
KTX 2nd Class 08:20 - 10:12₩ 49,140
KTX 2nd Class 10:40 - 12:32₩ 49,140
ITX Saemaeul 2nd Class 13:33 - 17:42₩ 42,630
KTX Sancheon 1st Class 14:37 - 17:24₩ 76,484
KTX 1st Class 16:08 - 17:44₩ 78,589
Mugunghwa ho 2nd Class 18:10 - 22:36₩ 30,030
Asiana Airlines Economy 20:50 - 09:25₩ 145,933
KTX 2nd Class 22:22 - 00:21₩ 52,341

Transportation from Seoul to Gwangju

Facts about the transport from Seoul to Gwangju

Cheapest Transport$22
Fastest Transport55m
Earliest Departure6:15 AM
Latest Departure9:18 PM
Departures per day7
Distance780 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAsiana Airlines, Eastar Jet, ITX Saemaeul, ITX-MAUM, Jeju Air, Jin Air, KTX, KTX Cheongyong, KTX Sancheon, Mugunghwa ho, Tway Airlines

How to get from Seoul to Gwangju

When you want to get from Seoul to Gwangju, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Train

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 117.05. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a flight as a flight ticket costs as low as USD 96.07.

How far is Seoul from Gwangju?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Seoul to Gwangju. Your trip will be a total of 485 miles (780 km). The flying distance is 485 miles (780 km).

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

The travel time from Seoul to Gwangju can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 27 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Seoul to Gwangju?

The cost of the trip from Seoul to Gwangju varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Eastar Jet, Jin Air: travelling by flight expect to pay as low as USD 96.07 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 117.05.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Seoul to Gwangju:

  • Train tickets - USD 21.98 to USD 55.18;
  • Plane tickets - USD 96.07 to USD 117.05;

How many trips per day are there between Seoul and Gwangju?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Flights from Seoul to Gwangju depart during the day - there are approximately 7 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Seoul to Gwangju. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 96.07.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Seoul to Gwangju

Asiana Airlines, Eastar Jet, Jeju Air, Jin Air, Tway Airlines

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Seoul to Gwangju

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Seoul to Gwangju? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% users enjoyed a train ride.