Overall1.9/10Harder to reach than about 90% of cities
Good to know
Good to Know
- Yongpyong is located in Daegwallyeong-myeon, Pyeongchang, Gangwon-do, approximately 115–120 km southeast of Seoul.
- Winter shuttle buses from Seoul operate seasonally (Nov–Mar) and require advance booking; drivers do not speak English.
- KTX train from Seoul to Jinbu Station is fastest public option (~1.5 hours), but requires onward taxi/shuttle transfer (~20–25 min) to reach resort.
- Incheon International Airport is the primary international gateway; most convenient option is dedicated airport shuttle (4+ hours) or rental car.
- Tolls on expressways typically range ₩15,000–₩20,000 for the Seoul–Yongpyong drive.
- Resort phone: +82-1588-0009; Seoul office: +82-2-335-5889 for shuttle reservations.
- Purple Ski Bus from Gimpo Airport available; contact help@tourtokorea.com for bookings.
- Shuttle buses do not wait for late arrivals; arrive 10 minutes early at pickup locations.
- No rail ferry services available; South Korea is landlocked at this location.
Airports
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
- Distance Km
- approximately 160 km
- Travel Time By Car
- 2h 43m – 2h 53m
Primary Routes
Approximately 4h 10m – 4h 14m
- How to get there
- Shuttle bus
- Notes
- Direct shuttle service available; booking required
Approximately 3h 51m – 4h (Via Seoul Station and Jinbu Station)
- How to get there
- Train + transfer
- Notes
- Most budget-friendly public option
2h 43m – 2h 53m
- How to get there
- Private transfer/rental car
- Notes
- Private transfer or self-drive with international license
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
- Distance Km
- approximately 120 km via Dong Seoul Bus Terminal
- Travel Time By Bus
- varies
Primary Routes
Approximately 3–3.5 Hours From Gimpo
- How to get there
- Bus to Dong Seoul Terminal, then to Yongpyong
- Notes
- Ask at Gimpo information desk; Purple Ski Bus available via help@tourtokorea.com
Day Trip Access
Seoul City Center
- Distance Km
- approximately 115–120 km
- Feasibility
- Feasible as day trip but tight schedule; overnight stays more practical
- Travel Time
- 2.5–3 hours by car or shuttle
Gangneung (Coastal City, 2018 Winter Olympics Host)
- Distance Km
- approximately 80 km east
- Feasibility
- Accessible for day excursion
- Travel Time
- approximately 1.5–2 hours by car
Daegwallyeong Region (Local Hiking, Nature)
- Distance Km
- nearby
- Feasibility
- Excellent for day activities
- Travel Time
- short drives
Ground Transport
Personal Car Rental
- Route Summary
- Highway #1 (Gyeongbu Highway) → Highway #7 (Yeongdong Highway) → Highway #4 East toward Gangneung → Daegwallyeong Interchange
- Duration From Seoul
- 2h 20m – 2h 30m
- Notes
- International Driving Permit required; tolls typically ₩15,000–₩20,000
2.5–3.5 Hours
- How to get there
- Seoul shuttle bus (resort-operated)
- Availability
- Winter season (Nov–Mar); advance booking required
- Notes
- Most convenient for travelers without Korean language skills; driver does not speak English; luggage transport available at no extra charge
Pickup Locations Seoul
- Hongik University Station
- Sinchon Station
- Myeongdong Station
- Dongdaemun (Doota Fashion Mall)
- Sports Complex Station
Intercity Bus From Seoul
Sub Routes
2h 30m
- To
- Hoenggye Intercity Bus Terminal
- From
- Dong Seoul Bus Terminal
- Frequency
- every 4 hours
- Notes
- Onward connection to resort by local taxi (~20–25 min) or bus required
Varies
- How to get there
- Private taxi from Seoul/Jinbu Station
- Notes
- Available but more expensive than shuttle buses
Rail Connections
Jinbu Station (nearest major KTX station)
- Distance Km
- approximately 20–25 km from resort
Return Routes
1h 38m
- To
- Seoul Station
- From
- Jinbu Station
- Frequency
- every 2 hours
- Train Type
- KTX
Routes From Seoul
1h 32m – 1h 39m
- To
- Jinbu Station
- From
- Seoul Station
- Frequency
- every 3 hours
- Train Type
- KTX (high-speed train)
- Onward Connection
- Local taxi (~20–25 min) or seasonal shuttle bus to resort
Longer transfer required; not recommended as primary route
- Station
- Pyeongchang Station (alternative, less direct)
- Distance Km
- approximately 26–27 km from resort
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