Yangju to Gwangju by train
Gwangju lies 298 km (185 mi) south of Yangju, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 48 min at the speeds typical of South Korea rail, over roughly 364 km (226 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Yangju | Gwangju | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | South Korea | South Korea |
| Population | 179,923 | 1.4 million |
| Elevation | 76 m (249 ft) | 47 m (154 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Seoul) | UTC+9 (Asia/Seoul) |
| Stations on record | Deokgye Station, Deokjeong Station | none listed |
Where to book trains from Yangju 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 Yangju?
298 km (185 mi) in a straight line, south of Yangju; by road roughly 364 km (226 mi).
How long does it take to get from Yangju to Gwangju by train?
About 1 h 48 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Yangju 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
- 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.