How to travel from Tongyeong to Daejeon, South Korea

The distance between Tongyeong and Daejeon is around 221km (138 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 20m.

7 routes found

We've found 7 different ways to get from Tongyeong to Daejeon by bus, train, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Bus to Jinju, plane and train

Take the bus to Jinju then fly from Jinju (HIN) to Seoul Gimpo (GMP) then take the train to Daejeon Station.

  • Duration3h 55m
  • Flight time1hr
  • Typical cost
    ₩116,630($89)
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Bus

Take the bus to Jinju then Jeonju and then to Daejeon.

  • Duration4h 30m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩30,140($23)
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Multiple bus operators

1 similiar route

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Busan Sasang Bus Terminal then take the train to Daejeon Station.

  • Duration3h 35m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    ₩43,245($33)
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1 similiar route

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Drive

Drive to Daejeon.

  • Duration2h 20m
  • Distance221km (138 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Tongyeong and Daejeon

There are several options for getting from Tongyeong to Daejeon by bus, train, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩30,140 ($23) and will take around 4h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩43,245 ($33).

The distance between Tongyeong and Daejeon is around 221km (138 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 191km (119 miles)

It takes around 3h 35m to get from Tongyeong and Daejeon by bus and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 20m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Tongyeong to Daejeon is to drive which takes around 2h 20m and will set you back approx ₩43,245 ($33).

The cheapest way to travel between Tongyeong and Daejeon, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩30,140 ($23) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Tongyeong and Daejeon. We recommend that you drive to Daejeon. instead which will take 2h 20m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Tongyeong and Daejeon. It typically takes around 4h 30m and departs every 3 hours.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Tongyeong to Daejeon. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Jinju and Jeonju. These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 4h 30m.

bus Tago, Ko Bus and Masan Intercity Bus Terminal run regular bus services between Tongyeong and Daejeon. Buses run every 3 hours and take around 4h 30m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Tongyeong to Daejeon. We recommend that you take the bus to Busan Sasang Bus Terminal then fly from Gimhae (PUS) to Seoul Gimpo (GMP) then take the train to Daejeon Station. instead which will take 4h 25m.

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 Tongyeong and Daejeon. The distance is around 221km (138 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 20m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Tongyeong to Daejeon is to take the bus and then take the train which takes, on average, 3h 35m and will usually cost around ₩43,245 ($33).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Tongyeong and Daejeon

Transport options from Tongyeong to Daejeon
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus to Jinju, plane and train + 1 similar
3h 55m
₩116,630($89)
every 30 mins557km (346 miles)
Bus, Plane and Train4h 25m
₩87,800($67)
every 15 mins617km (383 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
4h 30m
₩30,140($23)
every 3 hours285km (177 miles)
Bus via Masan Nambu Bus Terminal5h 25m
₩30,140($23)
4 times a day306km (190 miles)
Bus and Train + 1 similar
3h 35m
₩43,245($33)
every 20 mins375km (233 miles)
Bus to Busan Sasang Bus Terminal, Train3h 50m
₩38,005($29)
hourly336km (209 miles)
Drive
2h 20m
₩43,245($33)
on demand221km (138 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