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

The cheapest way to get from Daegu to Gwangju is to bus which costs ₩14,000 - ₩25,000 and takes 2h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Daegu to Gwangju is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs ₩42,000 - ₩65,000.

Is there a direct bus between Daegu and Gwangju?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from West Daegu Express Bus Terminal and arriving at Gwangju Bus Terminal. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Daegu to Gwangju?

The distance between Daegu and Gwangju is 201 km. The road distance is 197.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Daegu to Gwangju without a car is to bus which takes 2h 54m and costs ₩14,000 - ₩25,000.

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

The bus from West Daegu Express Bus Terminal to Gwangju Bus Terminal takes 2h 54m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Daegu to Gwangju bus from?

Daegu to Gwangju bus services, operated by Ko Bus, depart from West Daegu Express Bus Terminal station.

Bus or fly from Daegu to Gwangju?

The best way to get from Daegu to Gwangju is to bus which takes 2h 54m and costs ₩14,000 - ₩25,000. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs ₩60,000 - ₩170,000 and takes 3h 27m.

Where does the Daegu to Gwangju bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Daegu to Gwangju?

Yes, the driving distance between Daegu to Gwangju is 197 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Daegu to Gwangju.

Where can I stay near Gwangju?

There are 141+ hotels available in Gwangju.

Daegu to Gwangju - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Daegu to Gwangju by bus, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from West Daegu Express Bus Terminal to Gwangju Bus Terminal
2h 54m
₩14,000–25,000
Drive 197.1 km
1. Drive from Daegu to Gwangju197.1 km
2h 19m
₩42,780–61,793
Fly
1. Fly from Daegu International Airport (TAE) to Gwangju (KWJ)TAE - KWJ
3h 27m
₩63,747–165,992

Daegu International Airport (TAE) to Gwangju (KWJ) flights

42Weekly Planes

4h 16mAverage Duration

₩104,090Cheapest Price

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Distance: 201.3 km
Duration: 2h 54m

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

Ko Bus operates a bus from West Daegu Express Bus Terminal to Gwangju Bus Terminal every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ₩14,000–25,000 and the journey takes 2h 54m. Alternatively, Asiana Airlines, Korean Air, and two other airlines fly from Daegu International Airport (TAE) to Gwangju (KWJ) every 4 hours.

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