Day trip from Daejeon to Sejong
Sejong lies 28 km (18 mi) north of Daejeon, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 28 km (18 mi) apart, Sejong is a realistic day trip from Daejeon: about 28 min each way by road.
| Daejeon | Sejong | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | South Korea | South Korea |
| Population | 1.4 million | 394,630 |
| Elevation | 58 m (190 ft) | 49 m (161 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Seoul) | UTC+9 (Asia/Seoul) |
Where to book tours and tickets in Sejong
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Staying in Sejong
Our booking partner lists 14 places to stay in Sejong. Of the 11 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (6). Guests have left 404 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Sejong
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Common questions
How far is Sejong from Daejeon?
28 km (18 mi) in a straight line, north of Daejeon; by road roughly 35 km (21 mi).
How long does it take to get from Daejeon to Sejong by road?
About 28 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Daejeon and Sejong?
No, both are on Asia/Seoul at the moment.
Where can I stay in Sejong?
Our booking partner lists 14 places to stay in Sejong, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.