Driving from Gwangju to Suncheon
Suncheon lies 57 km (35 mi) south-east of Gwangju, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 52 min without stops, over roughly 69 km (43 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Gwangju | Suncheon | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | South Korea | South Korea |
| Population | 1.4 million | 276,375 |
| Elevation | 47 m (154 ft) | 19 m (62 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Seoul) | UTC+9 (Asia/Seoul) |
Where to book car hire from Gwangju to Suncheon
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Staying in Suncheon
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Common questions
How far is Suncheon from Gwangju?
57 km (35 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Gwangju; by road roughly 69 km (43 mi).
How long does it take to get from Gwangju to Suncheon by car?
About 52 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Gwangju and Suncheon?
No, both are on Asia/Seoul at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
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.