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The 14 Best Day Trips from Yeosu

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

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There are 14 good day trips from Yeosu, South Korea, led by Busan, Daegu, Changwon. The closest is Gwangyang, about 30 min by car, and 2 of them fit into half a day. Below: drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan.

Day trips from Yeosu at a glance

DestinationDistanceDrive timeBest as
Busan130 km E2 hrFull-day trip
Daegu149 km NE2 hr 20 minLong day or overnight
Changwon106 km NE1 hr 40 minFull-day trip
Jeonju127 km N2 hrFull-day trip
Kimhae123 km NE1 hr 55 minFull-day trip
Masan86 km NW1 hr 20 minFull-day trip
Chinju62 km NE1 hr 10 minFull-day trip
Iksan146 km NW2 hr 15 minLong day or overnight
Suncheon26 km NW40 minHalf-day trip
Mokpo116 km W1 hr 50 minFull-day trip
Geoje95 km E1 hr 30 minFull-day trip
Gwangyang20 km N30 minHalf-day trip
Jeongeup115 km NW1 hr 50 minFull-day trip
Muan111 km W1 hr 45 minFull-day trip

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

The best day trips from Yeosu

  1. 1

    Busan, South Korea

    Full-day trip
    About 2 hr by car130 km east of Yeosu4 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

    Long day or overnight
    About 2 hr 20 min by car149 km north-east of Yeosu4 hr 40 min round trip

    Known for 이월드 E World.

    Also nearby: Yangsan.

  3. 3

    Changwon, South Korea

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 40 min by car106 km north-east of Yeosu3 hr 20 min round trip

    Known for 다독다독 동물병원.

  4. 4

    Jeonju, South Korea

    Full-day trip
    About 2 hr by car127 km north of Yeosu4 hr round trip
  5. 5

    Kimhae, South Korea

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 55 min by car123 km north-east of Yeosu3 hr 50 min round trip
  6. 6

    Masan, South Korea

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 20 min by car86 km north-west of Yeosu2 hr 40 min round trip
  7. 7

    Chinju, South Korea

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 10 min by car62 km north-east of Yeosu2 hr 20 min round trip
  8. 8

    Iksan, South Korea

    Long day or overnight
    About 2 hr 15 min by car146 km north-west of Yeosu4 hr 30 min round trip
  9. 9

    Suncheon, South Korea

    Half-day trip
    About 40 min by car26 km north-west of Yeosu1 hr 20 min round trip
  10. 10

    Mokpo, South Korea

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 50 min by car116 km west of Yeosu3 hr 40 min round trip
  11. 11

    Geoje, South Korea

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 30 min by car95 km east of Yeosu3 hr round trip
  12. 12

    Gwangyang, South Korea

    Half-day trip
    About 30 min by car20 km north of Yeosu1 hr round trip
  13. 13

    Jeongeup, South Korea

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 50 min by car115 km north-west of Yeosu3 hr 40 min round trip
  14. 14

    Muan, South Korea

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 45 min by car111 km west of Yeosu3 hr 30 min round trip

A sample day trip: Yeosu to Busan

A realistic pace for Busan, 130 km from Yeosu. Packy AI builds this for any place on the list, with a route, opening hours and timings you can edit.

  1. 07:30Leave Yeosu
  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 Yeosu
  8. 18:15Home in Yeosu

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best day trips from Yeosu?
The best day trips from Yeosu are Busan, Daegu, Changwon, Jeonju, Kimhae. The closest is Gwangyang, about 30 min away by car.
What is the closest day trip from Yeosu?
Gwangyang is the closest, 20 km north of Yeosu, roughly 30 min by car. Best as a half-day trip.
Where can I go within an hour of Yeosu?
2 places are within about an hour's drive of Yeosu: Gwangyang (30 min), Suncheon (40 min).
What is the biggest city near Yeosu for a day out?
Busan is the largest city in day-trip range, 130 km east of Yeosu 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 Yeosu?
Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Daegu 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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