Seoul to Daegu by bus
Daegu lies 237 km (147 mi) south-east of Seoul, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 4 h 30 min including stops, over roughly 289 km (180 mi) of road.
| Seoul | Daegu | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | South Korea | South Korea |
| Population | 10.3 million | 2.4 million |
| Elevation | 38 m (125 ft) | 45 m (148 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Seoul) | UTC+9 (Asia/Seoul) |
Where to book buses from Seoul to Daegu
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Staying in Daegu
Our booking partner lists 367 places to stay in Daegu. Of the 295 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (197), and 4 are five-star. Across 60 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.5 out of 10. Guests have left 9,081 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Daegu from Seoul?
237 km (147 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Seoul; by road roughly 289 km (180 mi).
How long does it take to get from Seoul to Daegu by bus?
About 4 h 30 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Seoul and Daegu?
No, both are on Asia/Seoul at the moment.
Where can I stay in Daegu?
Our booking partner lists 367 places to stay in Daegu, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.