How to travel from Yeosu to Deokjeokdo, South Korea
The distance between Yeosu and Deokjeokdo is around 427km (265 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take a ferry which takes around 3h 55m.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from Yeosu to Deokjeokdo by train, subway, ferry, bus and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Deokjeokdo → Yeosu if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Ferry
Fly from Yosu (RSU) to Seoul Gimpo (GMP) then take a ferry to Wolmido and then to Deokjeokdo.
- Duration3h 55m
- Flight time1hr
- Typical cost₩127,110($95)
Multiple operators
Train and Ferry
Take the train to Yongsan Station and then to Incheon Station then take a ferry to Deokjeokdo.
- Duration5h 30m
- Departsevery 20 mins
- Typical cost₩87,800($67)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Bus and Ferry
Take the bus to Seoul Central City Bus Terminal and then to Incheon Int'l Airport T1 then take a ferry to Deokjeokdo.
- Duration7h 45m
- Departsevery 20 mins
- Typical cost₩91,730($70)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Yeosu and Deokjeokdo
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Yeosu to Deokjeokdo by train, subway, ferry, bus and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train, then take the underground and then take a ferry which costs around ₩64,210 ($49) and will take around 7h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take a ferry and arrive in approximately 3h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩127,110 ($95).
The distance between Yeosu and Deokjeokdo is around 427km (265 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 309km (192 miles)
It takes around 5h 30m to get from Yeosu and Deokjeokdo by train, subway and ferry.
The quickest way to get from Yeosu to Deokjeokdo is to fly and then take a ferry which takes around 3h 55m and will set you back approx ₩127,110 ($95).
The cheapest way to travel between Yeosu and Deokjeokdo is to take the train, then take the underground and then take a ferry which will typically cost around ₩64,210 ($49) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Yeosu and Deokjeokdo. We recommend that you fly from Yosu (RSU) to Seoul Gimpo (GMP) then take a ferry to Wolmido and then to Deokjeokdo. instead which will take 3h 55m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Yeosu and Deokjeokdo. We recommend that you fly from Yosu (RSU) to Seoul Gimpo (GMP) then take a ferry to Wolmido and then to Deokjeokdo. instead which will take 3h 55m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Yeosu to Deokjeokdo. We recommend that you fly from Yosu (RSU) to Seoul Gimpo (GMP) then take a ferry to Wolmido and then to Deokjeokdo. instead which will take 3h 55m.
The closest major airport to Deokjeokdo is Incheon International Airport (ICN) (ICN) which is approximately 38km (23 miles) from Deokjeokdo. Gimpo International Airport (GMP) (GMP) and Cheongju International Airport (CJJ) (CJJ) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Yeosu to Deokjeokdo. We recommend that you take the train to Yongsan Station and then to Incheon Station then take a ferry to Deokjeokdo. instead which will take 5h 30m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Yeosu to Deokjeokdo is to take the train, then take the underground and then take a ferry which takes, on average, 5h 30m and will usually cost around ₩87,800 ($67).
Compare travel optionsbetween Yeosu and Deokjeokdo
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Ferry | 3h 55m | ₩127,110($95) | every 20 mins | 427km (265 miles) |
Train and Ferry + 2 similar | 5h 30m | ₩87,800($67) | every 20 mins | 493km (307 miles) |
| Train to Gwangmyeong Station, ferry | 5h 35m | ₩90,420($69) | every 20 mins | 494km (307 miles) |
| Train to Pyeongtaek Staion, ferry | 7h 55m | ₩64,210($49) | every 20 mins | 504km (313 miles) |
Bus and Ferry | 7h 45m | ₩91,730($70) | every 20 mins | 516km (321 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Yeosu and Deokjeokdo
Ferry operators
KEF
Yongju Ferry
Airlines
Jin Air
Asiana Airlines
Bus companies
Easy Ticket
Seoul Bus
Train operators
Train operators
Seoul Metro
Airports near Deokjeokdo
The following major airports near Deokjeokdo offer regular flights to various popular destinations within South Korea and internationally.
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
- Distance
- 38km (23 miles) from Deokjeokdo
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
- Distance
- 70km (44 miles) from Deokjeokdo
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
- Distance
- 135km (84 miles) from Deokjeokdo