How to travel from Wonju to Daegu, South Korea

The distance between Wonju and Daegu is around 215km (133 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 15m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Wonju to Daegu 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 DaeguWonju if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

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

  • Duration3hrs
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩51,105($39)
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Train and Bus

Take the train to Andong Station then take the bus to Daegu North.

  • Duration2h 35m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩24,900($19)
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Drive

Drive to Daegu.

  • Duration2h 15m
  • Distance215km (133 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Wonju and Daegu

There are several options for getting from Wonju to Daegu by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take the bus which costs around ₩24,900 ($19) and will take around 2h 35m. 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 ₩41,935 ($32).

The distance between Wonju and Daegu is around 215km (133 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 172km (107 miles)

It takes around 2h 35m to get from Wonju and Daegu by train and bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 15m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Wonju to Daegu is to drive which takes around 2h 15m and will set you back approx ₩41,935 ($32).

The cheapest way to travel between Wonju and Daegu, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then take the bus which will typically cost around ₩24,900 ($19) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Wonju and Daegu. It typically takes around 3hrs and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Wonju to Daegu. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Seoul Station and Dongdaegu Station. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 3hrs.

Korail and Korail Mugunghwa run train services between Wonju and Daegu. Trains depart hourly and will take around 3hrs, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Wonju and Daegu. We recommend that you drive to Daegu. instead which will take 2h 15m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Wonju to Daegu. We recommend that you take the train to Andong Station then take the bus to Daegu North. instead which will take 2h 35m.

The closest major airport to Daegu is Daegu International Airport (TAE) (TAE) which is approximately 4km (3 miles) from Daegu. Ulsan Airport (USN) (USN) and Pohang Airport (KPO) (KPO) 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 Wonju and Daegu. The distance is around 215km (133 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 Wonju to Daegu is to take the train and then take the bus which takes, on average, 2h 35m and will usually cost around ₩24,900 ($19).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Wonju and Daegu

Transport options from Wonju to Daegu
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
3hrs
₩51,105($39)
hourly397km (247 miles)
Train and Bus + 1 similar
2h 35m
₩24,900($19)
every 3 hours248km (154 miles)
Train to Andong Station, Bus2h 55m
₩28,830($22)
every 3 hours259km (161 miles)
Drive
2h 15m
₩41,935($32)
on demand215km (133 miles)

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Airports near Daegu

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

TAE
Daegu International Airport (TAE)
International Airport
Distance
4km (3 miles) from Daegu
USN
Ulsan Airport (USN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
75km (46 miles) from Daegu
KPO
Pohang Airport (KPO)
Domestic Airport
Distance
76km (47 miles) from Daegu