What is the cheapest way to get from Busan to Daegu?

The cheapest way to get from Busan to Daegu is to bus which costs ₩7,500 - ₩13,000 and takes 1h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Busan to Daegu?

The fastest way to get from Busan to Daegu is to train via Dongdaegu Station which takes 1h 1m and costs ₩8,000 - ₩41,000.

Is there a direct bus between Busan and Daegu?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Busan Central Bus Terminal and arriving at Dongdaegu Terminal. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Busan and Daegu?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Busan Station station and arriving at Daegu Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Busan to Daegu?

The distance between Busan and Daegu is 135 km. The road distance is 110.5 km.

How do I travel from Busan to Daegu without a car?

The best way to get from Busan to Daegu without a car is to train via Dongdaegu Station which takes 1h 1m and costs ₩8,000 - ₩41,000.

How long does it take to get from Busan to Daegu?

It takes approximately 1h 1m to get from Busan to Daegu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Busan to Daegu bus from?

Busan to Daegu bus services, operated by Ko Bus, depart from Busan Central Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Busan to Daegu train from?

Busan to Daegu train services, operated by Korail, depart from Busan Station.

Train or bus from Busan to Daegu?

The best way to get from Busan to Daegu is to train via Dongdaegu Station which takes 1h 1m and costs ₩8,000 - ₩41,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₩7,500 - ₩13,000 and takes 1h 15m.

Where does the Busan to Daegu bus arrive?

Busan to Daegu bus services, operated by Ko Bus, arrive at Dongdaegu Terminal station.

Where does the Busan to Daegu train arrive?

Busan to Daegu train services, operated by Korail, arrive at Dongdaegu Station.

Can I drive from Busan to Daegu?

Yes, the driving distance between Busan to Daegu is 110 km. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Busan to Daegu.

Where can I stay near Daegu?

There are 205+ hotels available in Daegu.

Busan to Daegu - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Busan to Daegu by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Dongdaegu Station
best
1. Take the train from Busan Station to Dongdaegu StationKTX Busan / ...
1h 1m
₩8,435–40,346
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Busan Station to Daegu StationITX-Maum Busan / ...
1h 15m
₩6,500–20,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Busan Central Bus Terminal to Dongdaegu Terminal
1h 15m
₩7,500–13,000
Drive 110.5 km
1. Drive from Busan to Daegu110.5 km
1h 15m
₩24,036–34,719
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Busan to Daegu110.5 km
1h 15m
₩120,000–150,000

Busan to Daegu by train

167Weekly Trains

1h 15mAverage Duration

₩6,500Cheapest Price

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Distance: 134.6 km
Duration: 1h 1m

What companies run services between Busan, South Korea and Daegu, South Korea?

Korail operates a train from Busan Station to Dongdaegu Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost ₩13,000–22,000 and the journey takes 48 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Ko Bus operates a bus from Busan Central Bus Terminal to Dongdaegu Terminal every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ₩7,500–13,000 and the journey takes 1h 15m.

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