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Gwangju

357 km

Seoul

Shortest travel time:2 h 2 m

Earliest departure:06:10

Longest travel time:3 h 21 m

Lowest train ticket cost:$49

Avg. daily departures:3

Latest departure:13:22

Gwangju to Seoul Train Information

If you're planning on traveling from Gwangju to Seoul, you should know that a bullet train run by KTX is the most convenient option to take off. Unlike airports, train stations provide a comfortable location within the city line. Another undeniable advantage of this railway journey is speed: the train takes you from Gwangju-Songjeong Station in Gwangju to Seoul Central Station in about 2 hours, making it is the fastest way to move between the towns. With an online booking & expert advice platform Rail Ninja, you can check the Gwangju to Seoul train schedule, offering about 10 daily departures, and book your train tickets in a few clicks.

Where can I board KTX trains in Seoul?

In Seoul, KTX high-speed trains depart from four stations: Seoul Station, Yongsan Station, Cheongnyangni Station, and Yoeungdongpo Station.

How fast is the KTX train in Korea?

With the maximum travel speed of 305 kph (190 mph), KTX express trains provide the quickest rail service in entire South Korea.

How do I get from Gwangju to Seoul?

To get from Gwangju to Seoul by rail, you need to get onboard the chosen train at the Gwangju-Songjeong station, which can be easily reached via public transport. There is no need to change trains on your way to the capital, so in 2 hours, you arrive right at the Seoul Central Station.

Gwangju to Seoul Train Timetable

Morning trains

Fastest trip2 hrs 2 min

Longest trip3 hrs 21 min

Earliest06:10

Latest10:26

Departures2

Afternoon trains

Fastest trip2 hrs 14 min

Longest trip2 hrs 14 min

Earliest13:22

Latest13:22

Departures1

Trains on Gwangju - Seoul route

KTXBullet train

Travel time2 hrs 2 min

Price from$49

Departures3

Popular routes from Gwangju and Seoul

A high-speed train from Gwangju to Seoul is an excellent choice for travelers who want to explore South Korea’s southern area without having too much time on their hands! This route also happens to be one of the most scenic across the country due to its picturesque landscapes and staggering city panorama. Furthermore, be sure, other cities will surprise you with their jaw-dropping landscapes and scenic roads. Hence, make sure to check other trains from Gwangju and Seoul below.

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