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Trains from Suwon

5Aug
1
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Suwon
Busan

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Arrival Time

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Morning trains

06:31
SuwonStation
4h 30m
11:01
BusanGupo
Secondary station
Direct
ITX Saemaul 01001
from
46 USD
1
4h 30m, Direct
06:31
SuwonStation
11:01
BusanGupo
Secondary station
from
46 USD
1
Direct
InterCity
06:31
SuwonStation
4h 43m
11:14
BusanStation
Direct
ITX Saemaul 01001
from
48 USD
1
4h 43m, Direct
06:31
SuwonStation
11:14
BusanStation
from
48 USD
1
Direct
InterCity

Day trains

12:35
SuwonStation
3h 59m
16:34
BusanGupo
Secondary station
Direct
ITX Maum 01015
from
46 USD
1
3h 59m, Direct
12:35
SuwonStation
16:34
BusanGupo
Secondary station
from
46 USD
1
Direct
InterCity
12:35
SuwonStation
4h 13m
16:48
BusanStation
Direct
ITX Maum 01015
from
48 USD
1
4h 13m, Direct
12:35
SuwonStation
16:48
BusanStation
from
48 USD
1
Direct
InterCity

Evening trains

19:33
SuwonStation
2h 41m
22:14
BusanStation
Direct
KTX 00127
from
58 USD
1
2h 41m, Direct
19:33
SuwonStation
22:14
BusanStation
from
58 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
20:50
SuwonStation
3h 54m
00:44
BusanGupo
Secondary station
Direct
ITX Maum 01025
from
46 USD
1
3h 54m, Direct
20:50
SuwonStation
00:44
BusanGupo
Secondary station
from
46 USD
1
Direct
InterCity
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First train

06:31
night

Last train

20:50
distance

Travel duration

4h 2m
daily-departure

Daily departures

40
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Departure station

Suwon
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Changes

direct
arrival-station

Arrival station

Busan
ticket-price

Ticket price

from $17
fastest-s

Fastest trip

2h 40m
longest-s

Longest trip

5h 18m

Trains to Suwon

Inbound trains to Suwon arrive at Suwon Station on the Gyeongbu corridor. Trains from Seoul reach Suwon in around 30 to 40 minutes, depending on the service and stopping pattern. Services from Daejeon arrive in about 1h to 1h20m by KTX or intercity train. Trains from Dongdaegu reach Suwon in roughly 1h50m to 2h20m, while selected KTX services from Busan arrive in about 2h40m to 3h. Regional and intercity trains from Cheonan reach Suwon in around 40 to 55 minutes, and services from Pyeongtaek arrive in about 25 to 35 minutes.

Visiting Suwon

Suwon is an important rail city south of Seoul on South Korea's Gyeongbu corridor. Suwon Station is the city's main intercity train station and a key stop for Korail services linking the capital area with central and southern Korea. The station gives Suwon direct access to both long-distance trains and regional rail services within Gyeonggi-do. Trains from Suwon include selected KTX high-speed services, ITX-Saemaeul intercity trains, Mugunghwa regular trains, and local regional rail services operated by Korail. Suwon Station handles the main passenger rail role for the city, while nearby large hubs such as Seoul Station, Yongsan Station, and Gwangmyeong Station provide additional KTX and airport-rail transfer options. Rail routes from Suwon run north toward Seoul and the wider capital region, south along the Gyeongbu Line toward Daejeon, Daegu, and Busan, and toward intermediate cities such as Osan, Pyeongtaek, Cheonan, and Asan. Train tickets for Suwon are useful for both regional travel and longer cross-country trips. Book trains from and to Suwon online at Rail Monsters.

Popular routes from Suwon

From Suwon Station, Korail trains run north toward Seoul and the main capital-area rail hubs. This direction is used for local capital-region trips and for transfers to additional KTX, airport rail, and long-distance services at Seoul Station, Yongsan Station, and Gwangmyeong Station. Southbound trains from Suwon follow the Gyeongbu Line through Gyeonggi-do and Chungcheongnam-do toward Daejeon, Daegu, and Busan. Korail operates selected KTX high-speed services, ITX-Saemaeul intercity trains, and Mugunghwa regular trains from Suwon, giving travelers different stopping patterns on the same national rail corridor.

Suwon

Suwon - Located south of Seoul, it is famous for the Hwaseong Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage site that circles the city center.

Suwon

Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Busan

Busan - South Korea's largest port city, known for its beaches, seafood markets like Jagalchi, and the scenic Haedong Yonggungsa Temple.

Busan

Jungang-daero, Dong-gu, Busan

Gupo

Gupo-dong, Busan

Hwamyeong

Busan

Bujeon

181 Bujeon-ro, Bujeon-dong, Busanjin District, Busan

Shinhaeundae

Busan

Sasang

429-3 Gwaebeop-dong, Sasang-gu, Busan

Gijang

Busan

Centum

Busan

Jwacheon

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Booking Suwon Train Tickets Online - Options, Tips, and Reservations

Tips for Online Reservations
Online reservation services through Rail Monsters accept Suwon train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, useful for Chuseok, Seollal, and weekend travel on the Gyeongbu corridor. Train prices vary by service type, and ticket counters remain available at Suwon Station for same-day Korail purchases. With the Rail Monsters iOS and Android apps, you can book and manage train tickets on mobile.
Buying Train Tickets Online
Buy train tickets online for Suwon with Rail Monsters by selecting departure dates, checking Korail KTX, ITX-Saemaeul, and Mugunghwa services, and completing an online reservation. Book your tickets for Suwon train stations by choosing Suwon Station when searching routes within Gyeonggi-do, Seoul, Daejeon, Daegu, or Busan.
Types of Train Tickets Available
Suwon services include regular tickets on Mugunghwa trains, reserved seats on KTX and ITX-Saemaeul services, and limited non-reserved options on some Korail trains. Cheap tickets and discount tickets can appear for advance bookings to and from Seoul, Daejeon, Daegu, Busan, Cheonan, and other Gyeongbu Line cities.

Suwon Train Travel FAQ and Tips

What are the main train connections to and from Suwon?

Suwon connects with Seoul in around 30 to 40 minutes by Korail services, Daejeon in about 1h to 1h20m depending on train type, and Dongdaegu in roughly 1h50m to 2h20m. Selected KTX trains link Suwon with Busan in about 2h40m to 3h. Regional and intercity trains also connect Suwon with Osan, Pyeongtaek, Cheonan, and Asan along the Gyeongbu Line.

What is the main train route from Suwon?

The main rail route from Suwon is the northbound connection to Seoul, taking around 30 to 40 minutes on Korail intercity or regional rail services depending on train type and stopping pattern. Suwon Station also has selected KTX services on the Gyeongbu corridor, but many travelers use ITX-Saemaeul or Mugunghwa trains for the short Seoul link.

Do high-speed trains serve Suwon?

Yes. Selected KTX high-speed trains operated by Korail serve Suwon Station on the Gyeongbu corridor. Suwon is not the largest KTX hub in the Seoul region, so some high-speed departures may require a transfer at Seoul Station, Yongsan Station, or Gwangmyeong Station. ITX-Saemaeul and Mugunghwa trains also serve Suwon for intercity trips with more intermediate stops.

Is there an airport rail connection from Suwon?

Suwon does not have a direct intercity airport rail station for Incheon International Airport. Rail passengers usually transfer through Seoul Station for the AREX airport rail service, or use Gwangmyeong Station when combining KTX travel with airport transfer options. When planning by rail, search Suwon Station for the Korail leg and allow time for the transfer at the Seoul-area hub.

Should I reserve seats on trains from Suwon?

KTX and ITX-Saemaeul services from Suwon use reserved seating, so booking ahead is recommended for long-distance trips and Friday or Sunday travel. Mugunghwa trains may include reserved and non-reserved seating depending on the service. During Chuseok and Seollal, Korail seats on routes through Suwon can sell out early, especially on the Gyeongbu corridor toward Daejeon, Daegu, and Busan.

How do I buy train tickets to and from Suwon?

Book train tickets to and from Suwon on Rail Monsters by entering Suwon Station, selecting your travel date, comparing Korail KTX, ITX-Saemaeul, and Mugunghwa options, and completing online reservation. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel for Suwon services, useful around Chuseok, Seollal, and busy weekend departures. Booking confirmation is sent by email.

What are the main train stations in Suwon?

Suwon Station is the main passenger rail station in Suwon. It handles Korail long-distance services, including selected KTX trains, ITX-Saemaeul intercity trains, and Mugunghwa regular trains on the Gyeongbu Line. The station also connects Suwon with nearby cities in Gyeonggi-do and the Seoul capital area. For more high-speed departures, passengers often transfer at larger Seoul-area rail hubs.

Can I buy Suwon train tickets at the last minute?

Last-minute Mugunghwa and regional tickets from Suwon are often available on ordinary days, but KTX and ITX-Saemaeul seats can sell out on peak departures. Chuseok, Seollal, Friday evenings, and Sunday returns are the busiest periods on the Gyeongbu corridor. Rail Monsters accepts Suwon train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, so early booking is recommended for long-distance seats.
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