Cities Near Suwon
Cities near Suwon, South Korea: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Gwangju, Bucheon-si, Guri-si. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Suwon, South Korea is Gwangju, about 16 mi (26 km) away — roughly 31 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gwangju | 16 mi / 26 km | 31 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bucheon-si | 19 mi / 31 km | 37 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Guri-si | 22 mi / 36 km | 43 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Icheon-si | 24 mi / 38 km | 46 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Anseong | 24 mi / 39 km | 47 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Yangp'yŏng | 30 mi / 48 km | 58 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Cheonan | 34 mi / 55 km | 1 hr 2 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Yangju | 38 mi / 60 km | 1 hr 7 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Chinch'ŏn | 38 mi / 62 km | 1 hr 9 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Ganghwa | 43 mi / 68 km | 1 hr 16 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Suwon
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Gwangju, Bucheon-si, Guri-si, Icheon-si, Anseong. 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 Suwon include Gwangju, Bucheon-si, Guri-si, Icheon-si, Anseong. The closest is Gwangju, about 16 miles (26 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.