The fastest way to reach Gyeongju from major cities like Seoul is by taking the KTX or SRT high-speed train. It is important to note that the high-speed train station is officially named Singyeongju Station, not Gyeongju Station. From Seoul Station, the journey to Singyeongju Station takes approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes.
[How to take KTX Train Ticket]
Once you arrive at Singyeongju Station, you are about 10–15 kilometers away from the main city center. To get to the downtown area or your hotel, you can choose between taking a local bus or a taxi. Several buses, such as numbers 50, 70, or 700, frequently depart from the station toward the historic district. If you prefer a taxi, expect to pay around 40,000 to 50,000 KRW if your destination is the Bomun Lake Resort area.
Make sure to have a T-money card ready, as it is the most convenient way to pay for buses and taxis in Korea.
[How to get T-money Card]
Alternatively, you can take an express bus from various terminals across the country directly to the Gyeongju Bus Terminal. While the bus is more affordable, the train to Singyeongju Station is generally recommended for its speed and comfort.
[How to take Bus ticket]
The fastest way to reach Gyeongju from major cities like Seoul is by taking the KTX or SRT high-speed train. It is important to note that the high-speed train station is officially named Singyeongju Station, not Gyeongju Station. From Seoul Station, the journey to Singyeongju Station takes approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes.
[How to take KTX Train Ticket]
Once you arrive at Singyeongju Station, you are about 10–15 kilometers away from the main city center. To get to the downtown area or your hotel, you can choose between taking a local bus or a taxi. Several buses, such as numbers 50, 70, or 700, frequently depart from the station toward the historic district. If you prefer a taxi, expect to pay around 40,000 to 50,000 KRW if your destination is the Bomun Lake Resort area.
Make sure to have a T-money card ready, as it is the most convenient way to pay for buses and taxis in Korea.
[How to get T-money Card]
Alternatively, you can take an express bus from various terminals across the country directly to the Gyeongju Bus Terminal. While the bus is more affordable, the train to Singyeongju Station is generally recommended for its speed and comfort.
[How to take Bus ticket]