KTX Trains from Busan to Daejeon

The amazing KTX high-speed trains conveniently connect Busan with Daejeon. The train route from Busan to Daejeon is a favorite way of traveling between the cities among locals and tourists alike, so make sure to book your tickets in advance as they get sold-out very quickly.

Busan to Daejeon Route Info

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Trains daily
65
sunrise
Earliest trip
05:10
evening
Latest trip
22:10
speed
Fastest trip

1 hr 21 min

Busan to Daejeon Route Map and Stations

KTX departs from Busan train station:

Jungang-daero, Choryang 3(sam)-dong, Dong-gu, Busan, South Korea


KTX arrives at Daejeon train station:
1 Jeong Dong, Dong Gu, Daejeon, South Korea (Gyeongbu Line) / Oryu-dong, Daejeon, South Korea (Honam Line)

KTX from Busan to Daejeon route:
the distance between the 2 cities is 258 kilometers

KTX from Busan to Daejeon departures:
there are 65 departures by Korail bullet trains

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Busan - Daejeon Timetable

​* Please note that the train timetable is subject to change. It's recommended to check the latest timetable on Rail.Ninja

All About Busan to Daejeon Route

  • 1

    HOW LONG IS THE KTX RIDE FROM BUSAN TO DAEJEON?

    The shortest travel time from Busan to Daejeon is around 1 hour and 21 minutes, and the longest train ride can take up to 3 hours and 43 minutes. Your travel time will vary according to your chosen departure time, and travel date.

  • 2

    WHAT IS THE KTX BUSAN TO DAEJEON TICKET PRICE?

    The price for your ticket will depend on your travel date (weekend or a regular day), when are you buying it, (in advance or last-minute), train travel class. The Economy Class Seat price starts from ​about 24 USD, and from 43 USD per ticket for a 1st Class Seat.
  • 3

    SHOULD I BOOK BUSAN - DAEJEON TICKETS IN ADVANCE?

    When taking the most popular Busan - Daejeon train route, we suggest you secure your seat at least a few months in advance. Especially if you are planning to travel during weekends or in summer, as the high-speed KTX train tickets tend to sell fast.

    You can book your train tickets in advance if you want to travel without stress. Online booking allows you to purchase your tickets up to one year in advance. You can check all schedules and book your tickets on the online booking platform Rail.Ninja.
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    HOW TO BUY A KTX TICKET FROM BUSAN TO DAEJEON?

    You can purchase your high-speed KTX tickets from Busan to Daejeon online, from ticket desks or from ticket machines at the train station in Korea.

    The easiest and time-saving way is to purchase your tickets online. ​

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