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The 15 Best Day Trips from Gumi

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 Gumi, South Korea, led by Busan, Daegu, Daejeon. The closest is Daegu, 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 Gumi at a glance

DestinationDistanceDrive timeBest as
Busan129 km SE2 hrFull-day trip
Daegu35 km SE40 minHalf-day trip
Daejeon89 km W1 hr 25 minFull-day trip
Ulsan109 km SE1 hr 40 minFull-day trip
Changwon103 km S1 hr 35 minFull-day trip
Cheongju-si96 km NW1 hr 30 minFull-day trip
Cheonan131 km NW2 hr 5 minFull-day trip
Jeonju112 km W1 hr 45 minFull-day trip
Kimhae109 km SE1 hr 40 minFull-day trip
Pohang93 km E1 hr 25 minFull-day trip
Sejong108 km NW1 hr 40 minFull-day trip
Pyeongtaek148 km NW2 hr 20 minLong day or overnight
Yangsan106 km SE1 hr 40 minFull-day trip
Wŏnju142 km N2 hr 15 minLong day or overnight
Chinju105 km S1 hr 40 minFull-day trip

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

The best day trips from Gumi

  1. 1

    Busan, South Korea

    Full-day trip
    About 2 hr by car129 km south-east of Gumi4 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

    Daegu, South Korea

    Half-day trip
    About 40 min by car35 km south-east of Gumi1 hr 20 min round trip

    Known for 이월드 E World.

  3. 3

    Daejeon, South Korea

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 25 min by car89 km west of Gumi2 hr 50 min round trip
  4. 4

    Ulsan, South Korea

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 40 min by car109 km south-east of Gumi3 hr 20 min round trip

    Known for 울산왜성.

  5. 5

    Changwon, South Korea

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 35 min by car103 km south of Gumi3 hr 10 min round trip

    Known for 다독다독 동물병원.

  6. 6

    Cheongju-si, South Korea

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 30 min by car96 km north-west of Gumi3 hr round trip
  7. 7

    Cheonan, South Korea

    Full-day trip
    About 2 hr 5 min by car131 km north-west of Gumi4 hr 10 min round trip
  8. 8

    Jeonju, South Korea

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 45 min by car112 km west of Gumi3 hr 30 min round trip
  9. 9

    Kimhae, South Korea

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 40 min by car109 km south-east of Gumi3 hr 20 min round trip
  10. 10

    Pohang, South Korea

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 25 min by car93 km east of Gumi2 hr 50 min round trip
  11. 11

    Sejong, South Korea

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 40 min by car108 km north-west of Gumi3 hr 20 min round trip
  12. 12

    Pyeongtaek, South Korea

    Long day or overnight
    About 2 hr 20 min by car148 km north-west of Gumi4 hr 40 min round trip
  13. 13

    Yangsan, South Korea

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 40 min by car106 km south-east of Gumi3 hr 20 min round trip
  14. 14

    Wŏnju, South Korea

    Long day or overnight
    About 2 hr 15 min by car142 km north of Gumi4 hr 30 min round trip
  15. 15

    Chinju, South Korea

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 40 min by car105 km south of Gumi3 hr 20 min round trip

A sample day trip: Gumi to Busan

A realistic pace for Busan, 129 km from Gumi. Packy AI builds this for any place on the list, with a route, opening hours and timings you can edit.

  1. 07:30Leave Gumi
  2. 09:30Arrive in Busan (2 hr drive)
  3. 09:45Beomeosa Temple
  4. 11:45Lunch
  5. 13:00Haedong Yonggungsa Temple
  6. 14:45Haeundae Beach
  7. 16:15Head back to Gumi
  8. 18:15Home in Gumi

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best day trips from Gumi?
The best day trips from Gumi are Busan, Daegu, Daejeon, Ulsan, Changwon. The closest is Daegu, about 40 min away by car.
What is the closest day trip from Gumi?
Daegu is the closest, 35 km south-east of Gumi, roughly 40 min by car. Best as a half-day trip.
Where can I go within an hour of Gumi?
One place is within about an hour's drive of Gumi: Daegu (40 min).
What is the biggest city near Gumi for a day out?
Busan is the largest city in day-trip range, 129 km south-east of Gumi and about 2 hr by car. With that much to see, start early or stay the night.
How far is too far for a day trip from Gumi?
Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Pyeongtaek at 148 km, around 2 hr 20 min by car, which is better as a long day or an overnight stay.

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