Cities Near Gwangju
Cities near Gwangju, South Korea: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Hwasun, Naju, Damyang. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Gwangju, South Korea is Hwasun, about 8 mi (12 km) away — roughly 26 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HwasunDolmens and mountain temples | 8 mi / 12 km | 26 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| NajuPear orchards and an old town | 15 mi / 24 km | 29 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| DamyangBamboo forest and gardens | 12 mi / 20 km | 41 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| MokpoHarbour and island ferries | 38 mi / 61 km | 1 hr 8 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Koch'ang | 23 mi / 37 km | 44 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Muan | 27 mi / 44 km | 52 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Yeongam | 27 mi / 44 km | 53 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Jeongeup | 31 mi / 50 km | 59 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Nangen | 32 mi / 51 km | 57 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Suncheon | 35 mi / 57 km | 1 hr 3 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Gwangju
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Hwasun, Naju, Damyang, Mokpo, Koch'ang. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Gwangju include Hwasun, Naju, Damyang, Mokpo, Koch'ang. The closest is Hwasun, about 8 miles (12 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.