Getting to Jeju Island : VISITKOREA

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Getting to Jeju Island
A UNESCO Natural Heritage, Jeju Island is a beautiful island gifted by nature that many Koreans consider it as their top travel destination. The island can be visited anytime regardless of season thanks to its changing scenery throughout the year. A trip to the island is filled with excitement including special foods that can only be tasted on Jeju Island, cute shopping items, and thrilling leisure activities. Read on for fast and convenient means of transportation to get to Jeju.
1. Airplane
Taking an airplane is the fastest way to get to Jeju Island. You can search for domestic flight routes and the closest airport to you. Most travelers depart from Gimpo International Airport in Seoul or Gimhae International Airport in Busan, but there are flights from other airports as well.
2. Ferry
Ferries are a popular means of transportation because you can enjoy the ocean view while traveling. There are ferries capable of transporting passenger cars and motorcycles making it a great choice for travelers who wish to drive their own vehicles on Jeju Island. You can fully enjoy the beautiful seascape, and even the sunrise and sunset over the horizon. There are sleeping cabins so you can enjoy the unique experience of waking up in the middle of the sea.
Port of Incheon Coastal Passenger Terminal
This is the departing terminal for ships traveling to Jeju Island and islands near Incheon. Please be aware that this terminal is different from Incheon International Ferry Terminal. Passport or personal ID is required when boarding a ship. It takes approximately 35 minutes by city bus from Jemulpo Station on Seoul Subway Line 1.
Website: www.icferry.or.kr(Korean, English, Chinese)
*To access the online booking website, visit the coastal passenger terminal information website and then click the booking tab.
✔Incheon-Jeju ferry schedule
◆ From Incheon to Jeju Island
Departure: Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays at 19:00
Arrival: The following day (Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday) at 09:30
◆ From Jeju to Incheon
Departure: Tuesdays & Thursdays at 20:30 / Arrival: The following day Wednesday & Friday at 10:00
Departure: Saturdays at 19:30 / Arrival: Sunday at 09:00

Incheon-Jeju ferry operator: Hydex Storage (Korean only)
1. Mokpo Port Passenger Terminal
This terminal in Mokpo, Jeollanam-do has ferries depart to Jeju Island as well as various islands of Jeollanam-do including Heuksando, Hongdo and Gageodo islands. A passport or personal ID is required when boarding a ship. It takes approximately 15 minutes to reach by city bus from Mokpo Station.
Website: mokpo.ferry.or.kr (Korean only)
✔Mokpo-Jeju ferry operation schedule
◆ From Mokpo to Jeju Island
Departure: Every day at 08:45 / Arrival: 13:00
Departure: Tuesday-Saturday at 01:00 / Arrival: 05:30
◆ From Jeju to Mokpo
Departure: Every day at 16:45 / Arrival: 21:00
Departure: Tuesday-Saturday & Sundays at 13:40 / Arrival: 18:10
* Check the official website for accurate schedule and ticket fares.

Online reservations: Seaworld Express Ferry
2. Nokdong New Port Coastal Ferry Terminal
This terminal in Goheung, Jeollanam-do has ferries depart to Jeju Island as well as various islands of Jeollanam-do including Heuksando, Hongdo and Gageodo islands. A passport or personal ID is required when boarding a ship. It takes approximately five minutes to reach by city bus from Nokdong Bus Stop.
Online reservations: Namhae Gosok (Korean only)
✔Ferry schedule
◆ From Goheung (Nokdong) to Jeju Island
Departure: Every day at 09:00 / Arrival: 12:30
* Does not operate on the first, third, and fifth Sunday of every month (subject to change)
◆ From Jeju to Goheung
Departure: Every day at 16:30 / Arrival: 20:00
* Does not operate on the first, third, and fifth Saturday of every month (subject to change)

Online reservations: Direct Ferries (English, Japanese, Chinese, Spanish, French, German, Russian, etc.)

Online reservations: Direct Ferries (English, Japanese, Chinese, Spanish, French, German, Russian)
3. Yeosu EXPO Passenger Ferry Terminal
This terminal is located in Yeosu, Jeollanam-do and has ferries that depart to Jeju Island. A passport or personal ID is required when boarding a ship. It takes approximately seven minutes to reach on foot from Yeosu EXPO Station. Passenger check-in closes 10 minutes before departure so make sure to arrive on time.
✔Ferry schedule
◆ From Yeosu to Jeju Island
Departure: Every day at 00:20 or 01:20 / Arrival: 05:50 or 06:50
* Departure time subject to change every week depending on circumstance
◆ From Jeju to Yeosu
Departure: Monday-Saturday at 16:20 / Arrival 21:40
Departure: Sunday at 15:30 / Arrival: 21:00

Online reservations: Hanil Express (Korean only)
4. Wando Yeonan Ferry Terminal
This terminal is located in Wando-gun, Jeollanam-do and has ferries that depart to Jeju Island. A passport or personal ID is required when boarding a ship. It takes approximately five minutes by taxi from Wando Public Bus Terminal. Passenger check-in closes 10 minutes before departure so make sure to arrive on time.
✔Ferry schedule
◆ ⬥ From Wando to Jeju Island
Departure: Every day at 02:30, 15:00 / Arrival: 05:10, 17:40
◆ From Jeju Island to Wando
Departure: Every day at 07:20, 19:30 / Arrival 10:00, 22:10

Online reservations: Hanil Express (Korean only)
5. Jindo Port Passenger Ship Terminal
This terminal is located in Jindo-gun, Jeollanam-do and has ferries that depart to Jeju Island. A passport or personal ID is required when boarding a ship.
✔Ferry schedule
◆ From Jindo to Jeju Island
Departure: Every day at 08:00, 13:30 / Arrival: 10:00, 15:00
◆ From Jeju Island to Jindo
Departure: Every day at 11:00, 16:20 / Arrival 12:30, 18:20

Online reservations: Jejube (Korean only)
6. Samcheonpo New Port Passenger Ship Terminal
This terminal is located in Sacheon, Gyeongsangbuk-do and has ferries that depart to Jeju Island. It takes about 7 minutes from Samcheonpo Terminal by taxi.
✔Ferry schedule
◆ From Samcheonpo to Jeju Island
Departure: Sunday-Friday at 23:40 / Arrival: 06:00
* Does not operate on Saturdays
◆ From Jeju Island to Jindo
Departure: Sunday-Friday 14:30 / Arrival 21:00
* Does not operate on Saturdays

Online reservations: Ocean Vista (Korean only)
Tip Let’s go on a trip to an island
Korea is home to over 3,000 islands including Jeju Island, Ulleungdo Island, Baengnyeongdo Island, Wando Island, and Hongdo Island. As there are several ports and passenger ferries that connect the mainland to the surrounding islands, travelers are recommended to plan a trip to one of these beautiful, mystical islands.
See Korea’s port and ferry information: Korea Shipping Association (Korean, English)
* 1330 Korea Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese, Russian, Vietnamese, Thai, Malay)
* This page was last updated on September 15, 2024, and therefore information may differ from what is presented here.