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KTXTransfer Guide4 Days
Seoul, Jeonju & Gyeongju
Connect Korea's two great traditional cities — Jeonju and Gyeongju — in one trip. Warning: Jeonju to Gyeongju has NO direct KTX. You must transfer twice at Iksan and Dongdaegu (about 3 hours total). This course provides detailed transfer guidance for each leg.
Duration
4 days
Location
Seoul, Jeonju & Gyeongju
Full itinerary at a glance — tap markers for map links
Day-by-day breakdown with spots, maps, and local tips
Depart from Yongsan Station (not Seoul Station) on the Jeolla Line KTX direct to Jeonju. Arrive in about 1 hour 40 minutes. Check in and head straight to Jeonju Hanok Village, one of Korea's best-preserved traditional neighborhoods. Walk the charming Hanbok Street and visit the historic Gyeonggijeon Shrine.
KTX terminal for Honam Line (to Gwangju/Mokpo) and Jeolla Line (to Jeonju/Yeosu). Located in central Seoul.
Gateway to Jeonju, Korea's food capital. Direct KTX from Seoul (Yongsan) in ~1h30m via Jeolla Line. For destinations on Gyeongbu Line (Busan, Gyeongju, Daegu), transfer at Iksan.
One of Korea's best-preserved hanok villages with over 700 traditional houses. A living museum of Joseon-era architecture, blending traditional culture with modern cafes, craft shops, and street food stalls.
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Cluster of hanbok rental shops at the entrance to Jeonju Hanok Village. Rent a traditional Korean outfit for 2-4 hours from 15,000-30,000 KRW and get free entry to Gyeonggijeon Shrine. Walking through the village in hanbok is half the Jeonju experience.
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A royal shrine built in 1410 to house the portrait of King Taejo, founder of the Joseon Dynasty. The serene bamboo grove and 600-year-old ginkgo tree create a peaceful atmosphere perfect for contemplation.
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PNB Bakery has been making handmade choco pies in Jeonju since 1951. Softer and moister than mass-produced versions, with thick marshmallow cream. The top Jeonju souvenir.
Grilled minced beef rib patties shaped like rice cakes, a beloved Hanok Village specialty. The sweet soy-marinated meat is hand-pressed and charcoal-grilled, creating a crispy exterior with a juicy, tender inside.
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