How to travel from Jindo to Daejeon, South Korea

The distance between Jindo and Daejeon is around 270km (168 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 3h 10m.

3 routes found

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

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Bus

Take the bus to Gwangju and then to Yuseong.

  • Duration4hrs
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩35,380($27)
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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Mokpo then take the train to Osong Station.

  • Duration3h 20m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩55,040($42)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Daejeon.

  • Duration3h 10m
  • Distance270km (168 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Jindo and Daejeon

There are several options for getting from Jindo to Daejeon by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩35,380 ($27) and will take around 4hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 3h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩43,245 ($33).

The distance between Jindo and Daejeon is around 270km (168 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 231km (144 miles)

It takes around 3h 20m to get from Jindo and Daejeon by bus and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 10m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Jindo to Daejeon is to drive which takes around 3h 10m and will set you back approx ₩43,245 ($33).

The cheapest way to travel between Jindo and Daejeon, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩35,380 ($27) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Jindo and Daejeon. We recommend that you drive to Daejeon. instead which will take 3h 10m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Jindo and Daejeon. It typically takes around 4hrs and departs hourly.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Jindo to Daejeon. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Gwangju. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 4hrs.

bus Tago, TxBus and Ko Bus run regular bus services between Jindo and Daejeon. Buses run hourly and take around 4hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Jindo to Daejeon. We recommend that you take the bus to Mokpo then take the train to Osong Station. instead which will take 3h 20m.

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 Jindo and Daejeon. The distance is around 270km (168 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 10m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Jindo to Daejeon is to take the bus and then take the train which takes, on average, 3h 20m and will usually cost around ₩55,040 ($42).

How do I get from Jindo to Daejeon

Compare travel optionsbetween Jindo and Daejeon

Transport options from Jindo to Daejeon
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
4hrs
₩35,380($27)
hourly284km (177 miles)
Bus and Train
3h 20m
₩55,040($42)
every 3 hours347km (215 miles)
Drive
3h 10m
₩43,245($33)
on demand270km (168 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