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The 15 Best Day Trips from Daegu

Drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan for every place worth the trip.

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There are 15 good day trips from Daegu, South Korea, led by Busan, Daejeon, Ulsan. The closest is Gumi, about 40 min by car, and 1 of them fit into half a day. Below: drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan.

Day trips from Daegu at a glance

DestinationDistanceDrive timeBest as
Busan94 km SE1 hr 30 minFull-day trip
Daejeon121 km NW1 hr 55 minFull-day trip
Ulsan75 km SE1 hr 25 minFull-day trip
Changwon72 km S1 hr 25 minFull-day trip
Cheongju-si130 km NW2 hrFull-day trip
Jeonju130 km W2 hrFull-day trip
Kimhae75 km S1 hr 25 minFull-day trip
Pohang72 km E1 hr 25 minFull-day trip
Gumi35 km NW40 minHalf-day trip
Sejong141 km NW2 hr 10 minFull-day trip
Yangsan71 km SE1 hr 20 minFull-day trip
Chinju88 km SW1 hr 25 minFull-day trip
Iksan148 km W2 hr 20 minLong day or overnight
Suncheon143 km SW2 hr 15 minLong day or overnight
Yeosu149 km SW2 hr 20 minLong day or overnight

Drive times are estimates from the distance. Check live traffic before you leave.

The best day trips from Daegu

  1. 1

    Busan, South Korea

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 30 min by car94 km south-east of Daegu3 hr round trip

    What travelers see in Busan

    • Beomeosa Temple - Beomeosa Temple offers a serene atmosphere amidst nature, showcasing traditional Korean architecture and significant Buddhist heritage.
    • Haedong Yonggungsa Temple - This seaside temple beautifully combines spiritual heritage with stunning ocean views, making it a unique and serene location for visitors.
    • Haeundae Beach - Haeundae Beach is known for its beautiful sandy shores and vibrant atmosphere, making it a perfect spot for relaxation and leisure.
    1 traveler itineraryThings to do in Busan
  2. 2

    Daejeon, South Korea

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 55 min by car121 km north-west of Daegu3 hr 50 min round trip
  3. 3

    Ulsan, South Korea

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 25 min by car75 km south-east of Daegu2 hr 50 min round trip

    Known for 울산왜성.

  4. 4

    Changwon, South Korea

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 25 min by car72 km south of Daegu2 hr 50 min round trip

    Known for 다독다독 동물병원.

  5. 5

    Cheongju-si, South Korea

    Full-day trip
    About 2 hr by car130 km north-west of Daegu4 hr round trip
  6. 6

    Jeonju, South Korea

    Full-day trip
    About 2 hr by car130 km west of Daegu4 hr round trip
  7. 7

    Kimhae, South Korea

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 25 min by car75 km south of Daegu2 hr 50 min round trip
  8. 8

    Pohang, South Korea

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 25 min by car72 km east of Daegu2 hr 50 min round trip
  9. 9

    Gumi, South Korea

    Half-day trip
    About 40 min by car35 km north-west of Daegu1 hr 20 min round trip
  10. 10

    Sejong, South Korea

    Full-day trip
    About 2 hr 10 min by car141 km north-west of Daegu4 hr 20 min round trip
  11. 11

    Yangsan, South Korea

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 20 min by car71 km south-east of Daegu2 hr 40 min round trip
  12. 12

    Chinju, South Korea

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 25 min by car88 km south-west of Daegu2 hr 50 min round trip
  13. 13

    Iksan, South Korea

    Long day or overnight
    About 2 hr 20 min by car148 km west of Daegu4 hr 40 min round trip
  14. 14

    Suncheon, South Korea

    Long day or overnight
    About 2 hr 15 min by car143 km south-west of Daegu4 hr 30 min round trip
  15. 15

    Yeosu, South Korea

    Long day or overnight
    About 2 hr 20 min by car149 km south-west of Daegu4 hr 40 min round trip

A sample day trip: Daegu to Busan

A realistic pace for Busan, 94 km from Daegu. Packy AI builds this for any place on the list, with a route, opening hours and timings you can edit.

  1. 08:30Leave Daegu
  2. 10:00Arrive in Busan (1 hr 30 min drive)
  3. 10:15Beomeosa Temple
  4. 12:15Lunch
  5. 13:30Haedong Yonggungsa Temple
  6. 15:15Haeundae Beach
  7. 16:45Head back to Daegu
  8. 18:15Home in Daegu

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best day trips from Daegu?
The best day trips from Daegu are Busan, Daejeon, Ulsan, Changwon, Cheongju-si. The closest is Gumi, about 40 min away by car.
What is the closest day trip from Daegu?
Gumi is the closest, 35 km north-west of Daegu, roughly 40 min by car. Best as a half-day trip.
Where can I go within an hour of Daegu?
One place is within about an hour's drive of Daegu: Gumi (40 min).
What is the biggest city near Daegu for a day out?
Busan is the largest city in day-trip range, 94 km south-east of Daegu and about 1 hr 30 min by car. With that much to see, start early or stay the night.
How far is too far for a day trip from Daegu?
Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Yeosu at 149 km, around 2 hr 20 min by car, which is better as a long day or an overnight stay.

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