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Daejeon

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Daejeon (대전, 大田, formerly Taejon) is the capital of South Chungcheong province and the fifth-largest city in South Korea.

Travel to Daejeon & Visa Requirements

By train

Daejeon lies on the main train line connecting Seoul and Busan. There are two main train stations Daejeon and Seo-Daejeon Station. Both are served by the KTX, the korean speed rail. It takes from 50 minutes from Seoul to Daejeon. 100 minutes from Daejon to Busan. To add to the confusion, there are 3 bus terminals, and several pick up stops for the airport bus express.

Buses to Daejeon

There are several bus terminuses leading out of town. Going to Gongju to see the Beakje tombs costs 3500W each way. Dongbu inter city bus terminal connects to major cities in South and North Chungcheong province. Dongbu express bus terminal connects to major cities in South Korea via express way. Both of them are located in Yongjeon-dong. Seo-bu bus terminal in Yucheong-dong, connects to western regions of South Chungcheong provice such as Nonsan, Buyeo, Daecheon etc. Yuseong bus terminal located in Bongmyeong-dong connects to northern regions of South Chungcheong province such as Gongju, Yesan, Dangjin, Cheonan etc. There are two bus stop around government complex, some of express buses depart from Dongbu and Yuseong stop by as well as the bus destined for Incheon airport.

Tours & Getting around Daejeon

For non tourists [as far as I know], there's a Hana bank rechargable transportation card, which offers free transfers.

Buses to Daejeon

The tour bus service is extensive, but a bit slow. more information, can be found here [[1]]]]. This is a direct link to the bus map [[2]]

By metro

Daejeon's first metro line opened in March 2006, connecting Daejeon Station to both the western and eastern parts of the city. The subway stations are fed by buses, and the fare is 1000 or 1100 Won a ride.

Daejeon attractions and sightseeing

Daejeon Station, a walk around the alleyways straight across from the station will offer you Ginseng stores and traditional medicine stores. It's across the street from the market [see buy].

Daejeon city tours

Expoland is a small amusement park located in central Daejeon. The rivers flood plain is where a lot of Expat action takes place on the weekends, and makes for a nice stroll.