3h 38m, Direct
05:15
IksanStation
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SeoulYeongdeungpo
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First train
05:15
Last train
23:40
Travel duration
2h 15m
Daily departures
118
Departure station
Iksan
Changes
direct
Arrival station
Seoul
Ticket price
from $10
Fastest trip
1h 9m
Longest trip
4h 5m
Trains to Iksan
Inbound trains arrive in Iksan at Iksan Station, the main rail junction for the Honam, Jeolla, and Janghang corridors. KTX services from Yongsan or Seoul reach Iksan in around 1h10m to 1h30m, depending on the stopping pattern. SRT services from Suseo arrive in about 1h10m to 1h25m. Trains from Daejeon reach Iksan in roughly 35m to 45m by high-speed service. From the south, trains from Gwangju-Songjeong arrive in around 45m, while Mokpo services reach Iksan in about 1h20m. Jeonju services arrive in roughly 15m to 20m on the Jeolla Line.
Visiting Iksan
Iksan is a major rail junction in North Jeolla Province, where the Honam Line, Jeolla Line, and Janghang Line meet. The city has one principal passenger rail hub, Iksan Station, served by Korail and SR. This position makes Iksan an important transfer point between the Seoul area, western South Korea, and the Jeolla region.
Services from Iksan include KTX high-speed trains, SRT high-speed trains, ITX-Saemaeul intercity trains, and Mugunghwa regional services. Iksan Station is the main train station for long-distance and regional rail, with KTX and SRT using the high-speed network and conventional trains using the older regional corridors.
Rail routes from Iksan run north toward Seoul, Yongsan, Suseo, Cheonan-Asan, and Daejeon, south toward Gwangju-Songjeong, Mokpo, Jeonju, Suncheon, and Yeosu-Expo, and west toward Gunsan on the Janghang Line corridor. Book trains from and to Iksan online at Rail Monsters.
Popular routes from Iksan
From Iksan Station, northbound KTX services operated by Korail run toward the Seoul area via the Honam high-speed corridor, while SR SRT services use the route toward Suseo. These trains make Iksan one of the main high-speed access points for North Jeolla Province.
Southbound Korail services split toward the Honam and Jeolla corridors. Honam Line trains continue toward Gwangju-Songjeong and Mokpo, while Jeolla Line trains serve Jeonju, Suncheon, and Yeosu-Expo. Westbound conventional trains connect Iksan with the Janghang Line corridor toward Gunsan and coastal North Jeolla communities.
Iksan
Iksan - A regional city in North Jeolla known for archaeological sites and the Iksan Jewelry Museum. The city serves as a local rail hub with regular services to major cities.
2h 15m
Seoul
Seoul - South Korea's capital and primary transport hub, featuring Seoul Station, extensive metro connections, and landmarks such as Gyeongbokgung Palace and the Han River.
Train Operators Serving Iksan
Korail operates most passenger rail services at Iksan Station, including KTX high-speed trains, ITX-Saemaeul intercity trains, and Mugunghwa regional trains on the Honam, Jeolla, and Janghang lines. SR operates SRT high-speed services between Iksan and the Suseo corridor, with onward Honam Line service patterns. Rail Monsters books individual tickets for Korail and SR services serving Iksan, with options displayed by train type, departure time, and route.
Destinations from Iksan
Rail service types from Iksan Station
High-speed services: Korail KTX runs from Iksan toward the Seoul area, Gwangju-Songjeong, Mokpo, Jeonju, Suncheon, and Yeosu-Expo, while SR SRT links Iksan with the Suseo corridor and Honam destinations. Intercity services: Korail ITX-Saemaeul serves longer conventional routes through North Jeolla and neighboring regions. Regional services: Korail Mugunghwa trains provide broader station coverage on the Honam, Jeolla, and Janghang lines. Airport services: Iksan has no dedicated airport rail station; airport travel usually requires a transfer through the Seoul area or local road transport.
Travel from Iksan to Seoul by train and explore Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village, and the historic Iksan Jewelry Museum
Frequency
118 times per day
Popular Trains
Iksan
South Korea
2h 15m
Seoul
South Korea
Travel from Iksan to Pyeongtaek by KTX and discover the beautiful sights at Pyeongtaek Lake or enjoy shopping at the Pyeongtaek International Market.
Frequency
31 times per day
Popular Trains
Iksan
South Korea
1h 56m
Pyeongtaek
South Korea
Travel from Iksan to Jeonju by train and discover the rich history at Jeonju Hanok Village or indulge in the famous Jeonju bibimbap.
Iksan
South Korea
15m
Jeonju
South Korea
Travel from Iksan to Yeosu by KTX and enjoy the scenic beauty of the Hyangiram Hermitage or relax at the picturesque Yeosu Beach.
Iksan
South Korea
1h 40m
Yeosu
South Korea
Travel from Iksan to Gwangju by train and discover the stunning Gwangju Biennale or stroll through the picturesque May 18th National Cemetery.
Frequency
52 times per day
Popular Trains
Iksan
South Korea
46m
Gwangju
South Korea
Travel from Iksan to Gunsan by train and explore the picturesque Saemangeum Seawall or discover the vibrant traditional markets of Gunsan.
Iksan
South Korea
16m
Gunsan
South Korea
Travel from Iksan to Suwon by KTX and discover the stunning Hwaseong Fortress or enjoy the vibrant atmosphere at Suwon's Korean Folk Village.
Frequency
25 times per day
Popular Trains
Iksan
South Korea
2h 42m
Suwon
South Korea
Travel from Iksan to Daejeon by KTX and explore the beautiful Yuseong Hot Springs or visit the Daejeon O-World theme park.
Frequency
37 times per day
Popular Trains
Iksan
South Korea
1h 2m
Daejeon
South Korea
Travel from Iksan to Jeongeup by train and explore the historical Jeongeupcheon Stream or visit the serene Jeongeup Confucian Temple.
Frequency
36 times per day
Popular Trains
Iksan
South Korea
21m
Jeongeup
South Korea
Travel from Iksan to Seojeong-ri by KTX and enjoy the stunning beauty of Jeongdongjin Beach or visit the picturesque Seoraksan National Park.
Frequency
2 times per day
Popular Trains
Iksan
South Korea
2h 24m
Seojeong-ri
South Korea
Travel from Iksan to Gwangcheon by train and discover the beautiful scenic views at Gwangcheon Lake or visit the historical Gwangcheon Pavilion.
Iksan
South Korea
1h 21m
Gwangcheon
South Korea
Travel from Iksan to Anyang by KTX and explore the vibrant Anyang Art Park or enjoy the beautiful scenery at the Anyangcheon Stream.
Frequency
35 times per day
Popular Trains
Iksan
South Korea
1h 25m
Anyang
South Korea
Travel from Iksan to Seocheon by train and immerse yourself in the stunning beauty of the Daecheon Beach or the tranquil landscapes of Seocheon County.
Iksan
South Korea
33m
Seocheon
South Korea
Travel from Iksan to Suncheon by KTX and explore the beautiful Suncheon Bay Nature Reserve or visit the historic Suncheon Inchon National Garden.
Iksan
South Korea
1h 21m
Suncheon
South Korea
Travel from Iksan to Osong by train and discover the beautiful Nakonggang River or visit the historic Osong Health & Wellness Complex.
Iksan
South Korea
42m
Osong
South Korea
Iksan Major Train Stations
Iksan Station is the city's main passenger rail station and the key junction for the Honam Line, Jeolla Line, and Janghang Line. Korail KTX services use Iksan for high-speed northbound and southbound travel, while SR SRT services link the city with the Suseo high-speed corridor. Korail also operates ITX-Saemaeul and Mugunghwa trains through Iksan for intercity and regional travel across North Jeolla and nearby provinces. The station handles transfers between Seoul-area high-speed trains, Jeolla Line services, Honam Line services, and westbound Janghang Line trains. Iksan does not require an inter-station rail transfer for most passenger services because the main routes converge at Iksan Station. Use the station cards below to view individual station details.
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KORAIL
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SRT
SRT operates high-speed passenger trains from Suseo in South Korea.