KTX Trains from Daejeon to Seoul

42 Daily departures

KTX high-speed trains connect Daejeon, one of the largest metropolis of South Korea, with Seoul. You will reach Seoul in approximately 53 minutes, the longest ride will take not more than 1 hour and 10 minutes. The train will use Gyeongbu or Honam line, and travel at around 305 km/h speed. 

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Daily departures
42

Earliest departure
​00:38

Latest departure
​23:42

Shortest travel time
53 min

2 KTX departure stations at Daejeon: 1 Jeong Dong, Dong Gu, Daejeon, South Korea (Gyeongbu Line) / Oryu-dong, Daejeon, South Korea (Honam Line)

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KTX train arrival station at Seoul: 405 Hangang-daero, Bongnaedong 2(i)-ga, Yongsan-gu, , Seoul, South Korea

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Distance: the distance between 2 cities is 160 kilometers

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KTX from Daejeon to Seoul departures: there are 42 departures by bullet trains, operated by Korail

Daejeon to Seoul Timetable

Train #	Departure time from Daejeon Station	Arrival time to Seoul Station	Travel time
222	0:22 a.m.	1:24 a.m.	1 h 02 min
282	5:55 a.m.	7:04 a.m.	1 h 09 min
284	6:37 a.m.	7:45 a.m.	1 h 08 min
102	6:47 a.m.	7:51 a.m.	​1 h 04 min
402	​7:12 a.m.	8:13 a.m.	1 h 01 min

*This is an example of the schedule. When booking, pay attention at the travel time, train number, and departure/arrival stations. ​

There are​ 42 departures from Daejeon to Seoul. The earliest departure is at 00.22 ( 00.22 a.m), the latest departure is at 23.42 (11.42 p.m.). Check current Daejeon to Seoul KTX schedule.

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All About Daejeon to Seoul Route

HOW LONG IS THE KTX RIDE FROM DAEJEON TO SEOUL?

Your trip time from Daejeon to Seoul will wary according to your chosen departure. The distance between the cities is 160 kilometres. The shortest travel time by KTX train is around 53 minutes, the longest train ride is around 1 hour and 10 minutes. ​

How do I get from Daejeon to Seoul?

The most convenient way to reach Seoul from Daejeon is by taking a KTX high-speed train. Daejeon is one of the largest cities in Korea, and the distance to Seoul is around 160 kilometers. The journey will take you approximately 1 hour.

​You can also choose to travel by a direct bus (around 2 hours), or rent a car. You can check all train schedules and book your tickets on online booking platform Rail.Ninja.  ​
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How much is KTX ticket from Daejeon to Seoul?

The price for your ticket depends on your travel date, when are you buying your tickets (in advance or last-minute) and your travel class. Usually, the Economy Class Seat price starts from ​34 Euro per ticket, and from 41 Euro per ticket for a 1st Class Seat.

HOW TO BUY KTX TICKET FROM DAEJEON TO SEOUL?

You can purchase your high-speed KTX tickets from Daejeon to Seoul online, from ticket desks or from ticket machines at the train station in Korea. The easiest and and time-saving way is to purchase your tickets online. ​

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