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

The cheapest way to get from Gwangju to Daegu is to bus which costs ₩14,000 - ₩24,000 and takes 2h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gwangju to Daegu is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs ₩44,000 - ₩65,000.

Is there a direct bus between Gwangju and Daegu?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gwangju Bus Terminal and arriving at West Daegu Express Bus Terminal. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Gwangju to Daegu?

The distance between Gwangju and Daegu is 201 km. The road distance is 198.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Gwangju to Daegu without a car is to bus which takes 2h 53m and costs ₩14,000 - ₩24,000.

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

The bus from Gwangju Bus Terminal to West Daegu Express Bus Terminal takes 2h 53m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Gwangju to Daegu bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Gwangju to Daegu?

The best way to get from Gwangju to Daegu is to bus which takes 2h 53m and costs ₩14,000 - ₩24,000. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs ₩110,000 - ₩230,000 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Gwangju to Daegu bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gwangju to Daegu?

Yes, the driving distance between Gwangju to Daegu is 198 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Gwangju to Daegu.

Where can I stay near Daegu?

There are 201+ hotels available in Daegu.

Gwangju to Daegu - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, taxi, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Gwangju to Daegu by bus, car, taxi, or plane

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Gwangju Bus Terminal to West Daegu Express Bus Terminalbus
2h 53m
₩14,000–24,000
Drive 198.3 km
1. Drive from Gwangju to Daegucar 198.3 km
2h 18m
₩44,131–63,745
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gwangju to Daegutaxi 198.3 km
2h 18m
₩220,000–270,000
Fly
1. Fly from Gwangju (KWJ) to Daegu International Airport (TAE)plane KWJ - TAE
4h 21m
₩112,400–225,400

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

49Weekly Planes

4h 14mAverage Duration

₩134,001Cheapest Price

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Distance: 201.1 km
Duration: 2h 53m

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

Ko Bus operates a bus from Gwangju Bus Terminal to West Daegu Express Bus Terminal every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ₩14,000–24,000 and the journey takes 2h 53m. Alternatively, Korean Air, Jin Air, and two other airlines fly from Gwangju (KWJ) to Daegu International Airport (TAE) every 4 hours.

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