Suwon to Cheonan by train
Cheonan lies 55 km (34 mi) south of Suwon, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 20 min at the speeds typical of South Korea rail, over roughly 68 km (42 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Suwon | Cheonan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | South Korea | South Korea |
| Population | 1.2 million | 658,831 |
| Elevation | 58 m (190 ft) | 40 m (131 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Seoul) | UTC+9 (Asia/Seoul) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Dujeong Station |
Where to book trains from Suwon 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 Suwon?
55 km (34 mi) in a straight line, south of Suwon; by road roughly 68 km (42 mi).
How long does it take to get from Suwon to Cheonan by train?
About 20 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Suwon 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.