Seoul to Cheonan by train
Cheonan lies 86 km (53 mi) south of Seoul, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 31 min at the speeds typical of South Korea rail, over roughly 105 km (65 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Seoul | Cheonan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | South Korea | South Korea |
| Population | 10.3 million | 658,831 |
| Elevation | 38 m (125 ft) | 40 m (131 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Seoul) | UTC+9 (Asia/Seoul) |
| Stations on record | Yeongdeungpo Station, Gaebong Station, Oryu-dong Station | Dujeong Station |
Where to book trains from Seoul to Cheonan
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Staying in Cheonan
Our booking partner lists 125 places to stay in Cheonan. Of the 101 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (70). Guests have left 1,923 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Cheonan from Seoul?
86 km (53 mi) in a straight line, south of Seoul; by road roughly 105 km (65 mi).
How long does it take to get from Seoul to Cheonan by train?
About 31 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Seoul and Cheonan?
No, both are on Asia/Seoul at the moment.
Where can I stay in Cheonan?
Our booking partner lists 125 places to stay in Cheonan, bookable on this site.
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.