How To Reach Bulguksa Temple

Reaching Bulguksa Temple, Gyeongju, South Korea

To visit the Bulguksa Temple, one of Korea's cultural gems, you have multiple options depending on your starting point. Below are some of the most common ways to get there:

From Seoul

• By Air: Fly from Gimpo International Airport in Seoul to Pohang Airport, then take a bus or taxi to Gyeongju.
• By Train: Take the KTX (Korea Train eXpress) from Seoul Station to Singyeongju Station. From there, you can take a bus or taxi to Bulguksa Temple.
• By Express Bus: Board a bus at Seoul Express Bus Terminal heading to Gyeongju. Upon arrival at Gyeongju, switch to a local bus or taxi to reach the temple.

From Gyeongju City Center

• By Bus: Take bus number 10 or 11 from Gyeongju Bus Terminal or Gyeongju Station, which go directly to Bulguksa Temple.

From Other Regions

• Most other regions will connect through either Gyeongju Station or Singyeongju Station by train or Gyeongju Express Bus Terminal via bus. From these hubs, local transport options like buses or taxis are available.

Once in Gyeongju, local signs and maps will usually indicate the direction towards Bulguksa Temple due to its popularity among visitors. Be sure to check the latest schedules for public transportation as they may vary by season or during public holidays.