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Suncheon to Gwangju by bus

Gwangju lies 57 km (35 mi) north-west of Suncheon, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 1 h 16 min including stops, over roughly 69 km (43 mi) of road.

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SuncheonGwangju
CountrySouth KoreaSouth Korea
Population276,3751.4 million
Elevation19 m (62 ft)47 m (154 ft)
Time nowUTC+9 (Asia/Seoul)UTC+9 (Asia/Seoul)

Where to book buses from Suncheon to Gwangju

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Staying in Gwangju

Our booking partner lists 281 places to stay in Gwangju. Of the 221 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (161). Across 43 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.6 out of 10. Guests have left 6,567 reviews in total.

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Common questions

How far is Gwangju from Suncheon?

57 km (35 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Suncheon; by road roughly 69 km (43 mi).

How long does it take to get from Suncheon to Gwangju by bus?

About 1 h 16 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Suncheon and Gwangju?

No, both are on Asia/Seoul at the moment.

Where can I stay in Gwangju?

Our booking partner lists 281 places to stay in Gwangju, bookable on this site.

Where these facts come from

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Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.