How to travel from Gunsan to Daejeon, South Korea

The distance between Gunsan and Daejeon is around 104km (65 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the bus which takes around 1h 15m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Gunsan to Daejeon by bus, train, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Bus

Take the bus to Daejeon.

  • Duration1h 15m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩11,795($9)
Operated by

bus Tago

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Train

Take the train to Iksan Station and then to Seodaejeon Station.

  • Duration1h 20m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩11,795($9)
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Taxi

Take a taxi to Daejeon.

  • Duration1h 15m
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    ₩157,250($120)
Operated by

Multiple taxi operators

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Drive

Drive to Daejeon.

  • Duration1h 15m
  • Distance114km (71 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gunsan and Daejeon

There are several options for getting from Gunsan to Daejeon by bus, train, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩11,795 ($9) and will take around 1h 15m.

The distance between Gunsan and Daejeon is around 104km (65 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 68km (42 miles)

It takes around 1h 15m to get from Gunsan and Daejeon by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 15m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Gunsan to Daejeon is to take the bus which takes around 1h 15m and will set you back approx ₩11,795 ($9).

The cheapest way to travel between Gunsan and Daejeon, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩11,795 ($9) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Gunsan and Daejeon. It typically takes around 1h 20m and departs every 3 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Gunsan to Daejeon. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Iksan Station. These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 1h 20m.

Korail Mugunghwa and Korail run train services between Gunsan and Daejeon. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 1h 20m, 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 Gunsan and Daejeon. It typically takes around 1h 15m and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Gunsan and Daejeon with no changeovers required. The bus runs hourly and takes 1h 15m.

bus Tago run regular bus services between Gunsan and Daejeon. Buses run hourly and take around 1h 15m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Gunsan to Daejeon. We recommend that you take the bus to Daejeon. instead which will take 1h 15m.

The closest major airport to Daejeon is Cheongju International Airport (CJJ) (CJJ) which is approximately 43km (26 miles) from Daejeon. Gunsan Airport (KUV) (KUV) and Daegu International Airport (TAE) (TAE) 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 Gunsan and Daejeon. The distance is around 114km (71 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 15m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gunsan to Daejeon is to take the bus which takes, on average, 1h 15m and will usually cost around ₩11,795 ($9).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Gunsan and Daejeon

Transport options from Gunsan to Daejeon
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
1h 15m
₩11,795($9)
hourly122km (76 miles)
Train
1h 20m
₩11,795($9)
every 3 hours104km (65 miles)
Taxi
1h 15m
₩157,250($120)
on demand114km (71 miles)
Drive
1h 15m
₩18,345($14)
on demand114km (71 miles)

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Airports near Daejeon

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

CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
43km (26 miles) from Daejeon
KUV
Gunsan Airport (KUV)
Domestic Airport
Distance
85km (53 miles) from Daejeon
TAE
Daegu International Airport (TAE)
International Airport
Distance
123km (77 miles) from Daejeon