How to travel from Daegu to Deokjeokdo, South Korea
The distance between Daegu and Deokjeokdo is around 368km (228 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take a ferry which takes around 3h 25m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Daegu to Deokjeokdo by train, subway, ferry, bus and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Deokjeokdo → Daegu if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Ferry
Fly from Daegu (TAE) to Incheon (ICN) then take a ferry to Deokjeokdo.
- Duration3h 25m
- Flight time1hr
- Typical cost₩657,840($500)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Train and Ferry
Take the train to Gwangmyeong Station and then to Incheon Station then take a ferry to Deokjeokdo.
- Duration4h 45m
- Departsevery 20 mins
- Typical cost₩77,315($59)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Bus and Ferry
Take the bus to Incheon Int'l Airport T1 then take a ferry to Deokjeokdo.
- Duration6h 20m
- Departsevery 20 mins
- Typical cost₩83,870($64)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Daegu and Deokjeokdo
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Daegu to Deokjeokdo by train, subway, ferry, bus and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take a ferry which costs around ₩70,765 ($54) and will take around 6h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take a ferry and arrive in approximately 3h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩657,840 ($500).
The distance between Daegu and Deokjeokdo is around 368km (228 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 269km (167 miles)
It takes around 4h 45m to get from Daegu and Deokjeokdo by train, subway and ferry.
The quickest way to get from Daegu to Deokjeokdo is to fly and then take a ferry which takes around 3h 25m and will set you back approx ₩657,840 ($500).
The cheapest way to travel between Daegu and Deokjeokdo is to take the bus and then take a ferry which will typically cost around ₩70,765 ($54) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Daegu and Deokjeokdo. We recommend that you fly from Daegu (TAE) to Incheon (ICN) then take a ferry to Deokjeokdo. instead which will take 3h 25m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Daegu and Deokjeokdo. We recommend that you fly from Daegu (TAE) to Incheon (ICN) then take a ferry to Deokjeokdo. instead which will take 3h 25m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Daegu to Deokjeokdo. We recommend that you fly from Daegu (TAE) to Incheon (ICN) then take a ferry to Deokjeokdo. instead which will take 3h 25m.
The closest major airport to Deokjeokdo is Incheon International Airport (ICN) (ICN) which is approximately 38km (23 miles) from Deokjeokdo. Gimpo International Airport (GMP) (GMP) and Cheongju International Airport (CJJ) (CJJ) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Daegu to Deokjeokdo. We recommend that you take the train to Gwangmyeong Station and then to Incheon Station then take a ferry to Deokjeokdo. instead which will take 4h 45m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Daegu to Deokjeokdo is to take the train, then take the underground and then take a ferry which takes, on average, 4h 45m and will usually cost around ₩77,315 ($59).
Compare travel optionsbetween Daegu and Deokjeokdo
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Ferry + 2 similar | 3h 25m | ₩657,840($500) | every 20 mins | 368km (228 miles) |
| Bus to Gimhae Airport Int'l Terminal, plane and ferry | 4h 35m | ₩263,400($200) | every 20 mins | 537km (334 miles) |
| Bus, Plane and Ferry | 4h 50m | ₩103,525($79) | every 20 mins | 531km (330 miles) |
Train and Ferry + 1 similar | 4h 45m | ₩77,315($59) | every 20 mins | 399km (248 miles) |
| Train to Yeongdeungpo Station, Ferry | 5h 45m | ₩77,315($59) | every 20 mins | 392km (244 miles) |
Bus and Ferry + 1 similar | 6h 20m | ₩83,870($64) | every 20 mins | 430km (267 miles) |
| Bus to Seoul Express Bus Terminal(Gyeongbu), Ferry | 6h 25m | ₩70,765($54) | every 20 mins | 394km (245 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Daegu and Deokjeokdo
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Air Seoul
Air Busan
Train operators
Bus companies
TxBus
Ko Bus
bus Tago
Ferry operators
KEF
Yongju Ferry
Train operators
Seoul Metro
Airports near Deokjeokdo
The following major airports near Deokjeokdo offer regular flights to various popular destinations within South Korea and internationally.
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
- Distance
- 38km (23 miles) from Deokjeokdo
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
- Distance
- 70km (44 miles) from Deokjeokdo
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
- Distance
- 135km (84 miles) from Deokjeokdo