How to Get from Seoul to Gyeongju: KTX and Express Bus

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Take a KTX train from Seoul Station to Singyeongju Station for the fastest trip. From the station, use a local bus or taxi to reach central Gyeongju and the historic area. Express buses are useful when your hotel is near Gyeongju Express Bus Terminal.

Best option: KTX

1. Book a KTX from Seoul Station to Singyeongju Station.
2. Allow about 2 to 2.5 hours for the train journey.
3. At Singyeongju Station, follow signs for the bus and taxi area.
4. Continue to your hotel, Hwangnidan-gil or the historic district.

Important: Singyeongju Station is outside central Gyeongju. The final bus or taxi ride normally takes about 20–35 minutes, depending on traffic and destination.

Express bus alternative

Express buses leave Seoul for Gyeongju Express Bus Terminal. The journey usually takes around 3.5–4.5 hours depending on traffic. This option can be convenient if your accommodation is near the bus terminal, Hwangnidan-gil or Daereungwon.

Which option should you choose?

• KTX: fastest and most predictable.
• Express bus: fewer final transfers for central hotels.
• Heavy luggage: compare the final taxi distance before booking.

Arrival tips

Save your hotel in NAVER Map before leaving Seoul. Search 신경주역 for Singyeongju Station and 경주고속버스터미널 for Gyeongju Express Bus Terminal. Confirm the live timetable, platform and final local route on your travel day.

OPEN SINGYEONGJU STATION IN NAVER MAP

Common mistake

Do not assume the KTX station is within walking distance of central attractions. Plan the final bus or taxi connection before arrival.