What is the cheapest way to get from Gwangju to Daejeon?

The cheapest way to get from Gwangju to Daejeon is to bus which costs ₩12,000 - ₩20,000 and takes 2h.

What is the fastest way to get from Gwangju to Daejeon?

The fastest way to get from Gwangju to Daejeon is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs ₩11,000 - ₩40,000.

Is there a direct bus between Gwangju and Daejeon?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Usquare Gwangju Bus Terminal and arriving at Yuseong Express Bus Terminal. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h.

Is there a direct train between Gwangju and Daejeon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gwangju Songjeong Station station and arriving at Seodaejeon Station station. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 32m.

How far is it from Gwangju to Daejeon?

The distance between Gwangju and Daejeon is 175 km. The road distance is 168.5 km.

How do I travel from Gwangju to Daejeon without a car?

The best way to get from Gwangju to Daejeon without a car is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs ₩11,000 - ₩40,000.

How long does it take to get from Gwangju to Daejeon?

The train from Gwangju Songjeong Station to Seodaejeon Station takes 1h 32m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Gwangju to Daejeon bus from?

Gwangju to Daejeon bus services, operated by Ko Bus, depart from Usquare Gwangju Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Gwangju to Daejeon train from?

Gwangju to Daejeon train services, operated by Korail, depart from Gwangju Songjeong Station.

Train or bus from Gwangju to Daejeon?

The best way to get from Gwangju to Daejeon is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs ₩11,000 - ₩40,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₩12,000 - ₩20,000 and takes 2h.

Where does the Gwangju to Daejeon bus arrive?

Gwangju to Daejeon bus services, operated by Ko Bus, arrive at Yuseong Express Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Gwangju to Daejeon train arrive?

Gwangju to Daejeon train services, operated by Korail, arrive at Seodaejeon Station.

Can I drive from Gwangju to Daejeon?

Yes, the driving distance between Gwangju to Daejeon is 168 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Gwangju to Daejeon.

Where can I stay near Daejeon?

There are 145+ hotels available in Daejeon.

Gwangju to Daejeon - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Gwangju to Daejeon by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
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1. Take the train from Gwangju Songjeong Station to Seodaejeon Stationtrain KTX Mokpo / ...
1h 32m
₩11,000–40,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Usquare Gwangju Bus Terminal to Yuseong Express Bus Terminalbus
2h
₩12,000–20,000
Drive 168.5 km
1. Drive from Gwangju to Daejeoncar 168.5 km
2h 1m
₩33,785–48,801
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gwangju to Daejeontaxi 168.5 km
2h 1m
₩150,000–190,000
Train via Sejong
1. Take the train from Gwangju Songjeong Station to Osong Stationtrain KTX Mokpo
1h 51m
₩23,655–76,581

Gwangju to Daejeon by train

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Distance: 175 km
Duration: 1h 32m

What companies run services between Gwangju, South Korea and Daejeon, South Korea?

Korail operates a train from Gwangju Songjeong Station to Seodaejeon Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost ₩20,000–40,000 and the journey takes 1h 32m. Korail Mugunghwa also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Ko Bus operates a bus from Usquare Gwangju Bus Terminal to Yuseong Express Bus Terminal hourly. Tickets cost ₩12,000–20,000 and the journey takes 2h.

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