How to travel from Daegu to Wonju, South Korea

The distance between Daegu and Wonju is around 218km (135 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 15m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Daegu to Wonju by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out WonjuDaegu if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Seoul Station and then to Manjong Station.

  • Duration2h 55m
  • Departsevery 2 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩48,485($37)
💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Jecheon and then to Wonju.

  • Duration3hrs
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    ₩19,655($15)
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bus Tago

🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Wŏnju.

  • Duration2h 15m
  • Distance218km (135 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Daegu and Wonju

There are several options for getting from Daegu to Wonju by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩19,655 ($15) and will take around 3hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩43,245 ($33).

The distance between Daegu and Wonju is around 218km (135 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 172km (107 miles)

It takes around 2h 55m to get from Daegu and Wonju by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 15m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Daegu to Wonju is to drive which takes around 2h 15m and will set you back approx ₩43,245 ($33).

The cheapest way to travel between Daegu and Wonju, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩19,655 ($15) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Daegu and Wonju. It typically takes around 2h 55m and departs every 2 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Daegu to Wonju. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Seoul Station. These services run every 2 hours and will take a minimum of 2h 55m.

Korail run train services between Daegu and Wonju. Trains depart every 2 hours and will take around 2h 55m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Daegu and Wonju. It typically takes around 3hrs and departs every 20 mins.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Daegu to Wonju. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Jecheon. These services run every 20 mins and will take a minimum of 3hrs.

bus Tago, TxBus and Jecheon Bus Terminal run regular bus services between Daegu and Wonju. Buses run every 20 mins and take around 3hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Daegu to Wonju. We recommend that you take the train to Seoul Station and then to Manjong Station. instead which will take 2h 55m.

The closest major airport to Wonju is Wonju Airport (WJU) (WJU) which is approximately 14km (9 miles) from Wonju. Cheongju International Airport (CJJ) (CJJ) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) (GMP) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Daegu and Wonju. The distance is around 218km (135 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 15m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Daegu to Wonju is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 55m and will usually cost around ₩48,485 ($37).

How do I get from Daegu to Wonju

Compare travel optionsbetween Daegu and Wonju

Transport options from Daegu to Wonju
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 55m
₩48,485($37)
every 2 hours385km (239 miles)
Bus
3hrs
₩19,655($15)
every 20 mins226km (141 miles)
Drive
2h 15m
₩43,245($33)
on demand218km (135 miles)

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Airports near Wonju

The following major airports near Wonju offer regular flights to various popular destinations within South Korea and internationally.

WJU
Wonju Airport (WJU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
14km (9 miles) from Wonju
CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
76km (47 miles) from Wonju
GMP
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
International Airport
Distance
102km (64 miles) from Wonju