Getting around Korea: city to city
Yeosu to Seoul by train, bus or plane
How to get from Yeosu to Seoul. By train it takes 3 h 05 min (fastest 2 h 50 min), with 23 trains a weekday from 05:05 to 21:54. 4 flights a day take about 1 h 00 min in the air, from ₩62,900. Express buses take 4 h 20 min and cost from ₩39,600, with 12 a weekday.
| How | Time | Per day | First and last | Fare (adult, one way) | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Train | 3 h 05 min | 23 | 05:05–21:54 | from ₩41,100 | Yeosu-EXPO Station |
| Express bus | 4 h 20 min | 12 | 05:00–20:40 | from ₩39,600 | Yeosu Bus Terminal |
| Flight | 1 h 00 min | 4 | 08:40–18:20 | from ₩62,900 | Yeosu Airport |
Timetable from Korea's national transport data (TAGO), checked 10 October 2026. Times change with the season and holidays: confirm when you book.
Yeosu to Seoul by train
Trains leave from Yeosu-EXPO Station and arrive at Yongsan Station. 17 of the 23 weekday trains are high-speed (KTX or similar); the rest are slower trains that cost less.
Which train is which
- KTX, KTX-Sancheon, KTX-Cheongryong, KTX-Eum: high-speed trains, the fastest option.
- Mugunghwa: the slowest and cheapest, stopping at many stations.
- ITX-Saemaeul and ITX-Maeum: intercity trains, slower and cheaper.
All 23 departures on a weekday
| Leaves | Arrives | Type | Fare |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05:05 | 08:13 | KTX-Sancheon | ₩44,900 |
| 06:03 | 09:10 | KTX | ₩44,900 |
| 06:30 | 11:58 | Mugunghwa | ₩41,100 |
| 07:47 | 10:59 | KTX-Sancheon | ₩44,900 |
| 08:40 | 11:38 | KTX-Sancheon | ₩44,900 |
| 08:56 | 13:49 | ITX-Saemaeul | ₩41,100 |
| 10:21 | 13:26 | KTX-Sancheon | ₩44,900 |
| 11:56 | 15:03 | KTX | ₩44,900 |
| 12:31 | 15:22 | KTX | ₩44,900 |
| 12:43 | 15:52 | KTX-Sancheon | ₩44,900 |
| 13:11 | 18:52 | Mugunghwa | ₩41,100 |
| 13:32 | 16:26 | KTX-Sancheon | ₩44,900 |
| 14:00 | 17:03 | KTX-Sancheon | ₩44,900 |
| 14:10 | 19:06 | ITX-Saemaeul | ₩41,100 |
| 14:56 | 18:01 | KTX | ₩44,900 |
| 15:47 | 18:49 | KTX | ₩44,900 |
| 16:34 | 19:36 | KTX-Sancheon | ₩44,900 |
| 18:03 | 21:13 | KTX | ₩44,900 |
| 18:12 | 23:38 | Mugunghwa | ₩41,100 |
| 19:15 | 00:31 | ITX-Maeum | ₩41,100 |
| 19:24 | 22:34 | KTX-Sancheon | ₩44,900 |
| 20:22 | 23:26 | KTX-Sancheon | ₩44,900 |
| 21:54 | 00:44 | KTX-Sancheon | ₩44,900 |
Yeosu to Seoul by express bus
Buses leave from Yeosu Bus Terminal and arrive at Central City Terminal (Gangnam). Seats are reserved; Premium seats are wider and worth the small extra cost on long rides.
All 12 departures on a weekday
| Leaves | Type | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| 05:00 | Premium (28 wide seats) | ₩39,600 |
| 06:10 | Premium Plus (21 seats) | ₩51,400 |
| 07:30 | Premium (28 wide seats) | ₩39,600 |
| 08:50 | Premium Plus (21 seats) | ₩51,400 |
| 10:10 | Premium (28 wide seats) | ₩39,600 |
| 11:30 | Premium Plus (21 seats) | ₩51,400 |
| 12:50 | Premium (28 wide seats) | ₩39,600 |
| 14:10 | Premium Plus (21 seats) | ₩51,400 |
| 15:30 | Premium (28 wide seats) | ₩39,600 |
| 16:50 | Premium Plus (21 seats) | ₩51,400 |
| 19:20 | Premium Plus (21 seats) | ₩51,400 |
| 20:40 | Premium (28 wide seats) | ₩39,600 |
Yeosu to Seoul by plane
Flights go from Yeosu Airport to Gimpo Airport (Seoul), flown by Asiana Airlines, Jin Air. Add about 1 h 30 for getting to the airport and boarding.
All 4 departures on a weekday
| Leaves | Airline | Flight | Fare |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08:40 | Asiana Airlines | OZ8734 | ₩62,900 |
| 17:00 | Jin Air | LJ672 | – |
| 17:55 | Asiana Airlines | OZ8736 | ₩62,900 |
| 18:20 | Asiana Airlines | OZ8736 | ₩62,900 |
How to book
Trains: in the Korail+ app or on letskorail.com in English, with a foreign card. Tickets go on sale a month ahead; weekends and holidays sell out, so book a few days early. The Korea Rail Pass gives unlimited rides for foreign visitors.
Express buses: on the Kobus website or the T-money GO app, or at the terminal. Buses leave often and rarely sell out on weekdays.
Flights: on the airline websites or any booking site. Bring your passport; domestic flights need ID.
Questions
How long is the train from Yeosu to Seoul?
About 3 h 05 min on a typical high-speed train; the fastest takes 2 h 50 min.
How many trains are there from Yeosu to Seoul?
23 on a weekday and 26 on a Saturday. The first leaves at 05:05 and the last at 21:54.
How much is the train from Yeosu to Seoul?
About ₩44,900 for a standard adult seat on the high-speed train; slower trains from ₩41,100.
Is there a bus from Yeosu to Seoul?
Yes, 12 express buses a weekday from 05:00 to 20:40, taking about 4 h 20 min, from ₩39,600.
How long is the flight from Yeosu to Seoul?
About 1 h 00 min. There are 4 flights a day, from 08:40 to 18:20.
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