Route Map and Stations

KTX departs from Gwangju train station: 1003-1 Songjeong-dong, Gwangju, South Korea

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KTX arrives at Seoul train station: 405 Hangang-daero, Bongnaedong 2(i)-ga, Yongsan-gu, , Seoul, South Korea

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KTX from Gwangju to Seoul route: the distance between 2 cities is 357 kilometers and a high-speed KTX train is the most convenient ​

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KTX from Gwangju to Seoul departures: there are 8 departures by bullet trains, operated by Korail

Gwangju to Seoul Timetable

Train #	Departure time Gwangju Station	Arrival time to Seoul Station	Travel time
502	6:07 a.m.	8:16 a.m.	2 h 09 min
572	6:16 a.m.	9:28 a.m.	3 h 12 min
510	10:36 a.m.	12:24 a.m.	​1 h 48 min
544	11:25 a.m.	13:27 a.m.	​2 h 02 min
514	​13:35 a.m.	15:38 a.m.	​2 h 03 min

*This is an example of the schedule. When booking, pay attention at the travel time, train number, and departure/arrival stations. ​

There are​ 8 departures from Gwangju to Seoul. The earliest departure is at 06.07 (6.07 a.m), the latest departure is at 20.38 (8.38 p.m.). ​ Check current Gwangju to Seoul KTX schedule.

All About Gwangju to Seoul Route

HOW LONG IS THE KTX RIDE FROM GWANGJU TO SEOUL?

Your trip time from Gwangju to Seoul will wary according to your chosen departure. The shortest train time is around 1 hour and 48 minutes, the longest train ride is around 3 hours 12 minutes.
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Should I book Gwangju-Seoul tickets in advance?

​Gwangju to Seoul isn't the most popular route in Korea, it has less than 10 daily departures. We suggest to secure your seats if you are planning to travel during weekends or in summer, as the high-speed KTX train tickets tend to sell fast.

If you want to book your tickets more than 1 month in advance, you will need to book them online. It allows you to book your tickets up to 1 year in advance. You can check all schedules and book your tickets on online booking platform Rail.Ninja.

what is KTX Gwangju to Seoul train ticket price?

The price for your ticket will depend on your travel date (is it a weekend or a regular day), when you are buying, and your travel class. Usually, the Economy Class Seat price starts from ​55 Euro per ticket, and from 75 Euro per ticket for a 1st Class Seat.

HOW TO BUY KTX TRAIN TICKET FROM Gwangju to SEOUL?

You can purchase your high-speed KTX tickets from Gwangju to Seoul online, from ticket desks or from ticket machines at the train station in Korea.

The easiest and and time-saving way is to purchase your tickets online. 

A step-by-step guide how to book KTX tickets online

Related Routes

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Seoul to Busan train

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