Gyeongju to Daegu by train
Daegu lies 56 km (35 mi) west of Gyeongju, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 20 min at the speeds typical of South Korea rail, over roughly 68 km (42 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Gyeongju | Daegu | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | South Korea | South Korea |
| Population | 245,365 | 2.4 million |
| Elevation | 45 m (148 ft) | 45 m (148 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Seoul) | UTC+9 (Asia/Seoul) |
| Stations on record | Gyeongju Station, Gyeongju Station, Bujo Station | none listed |
Where to book trains from Gyeongju 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 Gyeongju?
56 km (35 mi) in a straight line, west of Gyeongju; by road roughly 68 km (42 mi).
How long does it take to get from Gyeongju to Daegu by train?
About 20 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Gyeongju 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
- 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 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.