[Incheon Int'l Airport – Chungnam National University]
How to get from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Chungnam National University in Daejeon?
Option 1: By Train (KTX)
1. From Incheon Airport to Seoul Station:
- Take the AREX (Airport Railroad Express) from Incheon Airport to Seoul Station. The express train takes about 43 minutes.
2. From Seoul Station to Daejeon Station:
- Transfer to the KTX (Korea Train Express) at Seoul Station and take a train to Daejeon Station. The journey takes about 50 minutes.
3. From Daejeon Station to Chungnam National University:
- After arriving at Daejeon Station, take a taxi or local bus to Chungnam National University. The taxi ride takes about 15–20 minutes.
Option 2: By Bus
1. From Incheon Airport to Daejeon:
- Go to the Airport Bus Terminal at Incheon Airport and take an intercity bus to Daejeon Government Complex Terminal or Daejeon Complex Terminal. The bus ride takes about 2.5 to 3 hours.
2. From Daejeon Terminal to Chungnam National University:
- From the terminal, take a taxi or local bus to Chungnam National University. The taxi ride takes about 10–20 minutes.
Option 3: By Taxi
- You can take a taxi or local bus to Chungnam National University. However, this is the most expensive option and takes about 2.5 to 3 hours, depending on traffic.
Tips:
- AREX and KTX tickets can be purchased at the airport or online.
- Bus tickets can be purchased at the airport bus terminal.
- For local buses or taxis in Daejeon, ask for "Chungnam National University"
Here's the information about the bus schedule and fare for traveling from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Daejeon:
Incheon Airport to Daejeon (Intercity Bus)
Bus Schedule:
- Departure Point: Incheon International Airport (Bus stops at Terminal 1 or Terminal 2)
- Destination: Daejeon Government Complex Terminal or Daejeon Complex Terminal
- Frequency: Buses run approximately every 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- First Bus: Around 6:00 AM (from Terminal 1) or 6:30 AM (from Terminal 2).
- Last Bus: Around 10:00 PM (from Terminal 1) or 10:30 PM (from Terminal 2).
- Travel Time: Approximately 2.5 to 3 hours depending on traffic.
Bus Fare:
- Standard Fare: Approximately KRW 23,000 to KRW 28,000 (one way, depending on the bus company and terminal).
Where to Buy Tickets:
- Tickets can be purchased at the Airport Bus Ticket Counter located in Terminal 1 (1st Floor, Gates 4 or 9) or Terminal 2 (1st Floor, Gates 3 or 12).
- You can also pay directly to the driver when boarding (cash or card).
Additional Tips:
- Check the exact schedule and availability at the airport bus terminal or online (e.g., www.airport.kr).
- After arriving at Daejeon Terminal, take a taxi or local bus to Chungnam National University. The taxi ride takes about 15–20 minutes.
If you need to take a taxi from Daejeon to Chungnam National University, you can say the following to the taxi driver in English:
1. Simple and Clear:
- "Please take me to Chungnam National University."
2. More Specific:
- "I need to go to Chungnam National University in Yuseong-gu, Daejeon."
3. If You Have the Address:
- "The address is 99 Daehak-ro, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon."
4. Additional Tips:
- You can also show the driver the Korean address written down: "대전 유성구 대학로 99 (충남대학교)"
- If you have a map or GPS location on your phone, you can show it to the driver.