Daegu Station opened on 1 January 1905 on the Gyeongbu Line between Seoul and Busan, making it one of the oldest railway stations in the city. It is situated in Chilseong-dong, Buk-gu, on the northern edge of Daegu's old downtown, a short walk from Dongseong-ro, the city's main shopping district. The station has 3 platforms and 5 tracks and is served by ITX-Saemaeul and Mugunghwa trains, while KTX and SRT high-speed trains pass through without stopping and instead call at Dongdaegu Station on the east side of the city. Since December 2024, Daegu Station has also been a stop on the Daegyeong Line, a commuter rail link between Gumi and Gyeongsan, and Daegu Metro Line 1 stops directly beneath the station, with a connection to the Lotte Department Store built into the station complex.
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302-155 Chilseong-dong 2(i)-ga, Buk-gu, Daegu, South Korea, Daegu, South Korea
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Daegu Station is located at 161 Taepyeong-ro, Buk-gu, Daegu, in Chilseong-dong on the northern edge of the old downtown. The main exits on the south side lead toward Dongseong-ro and the central shopping streets, while exits on the north side lead to the residential districts of Buk-gu. The station's waiting hall is connected to the 3rd floor of the Lotte Department Store, and underground passages link it with Daegu Metro Line 1.
The station sits between the old downtown of Jung-gu and the neighborhoods of Buk-gu, close to traditional markets, shopping streets and historic alleys. Daegu is South Korea's fourth-largest city, with an economy built on textiles, machinery, automotive parts, medical industries and services, and it is the regional center for North Gyeongsang Province. Because the station links downtown Daegu with Gumi, Gyeongsan and cities along the Gyeongbu Line, it plays a central role in moving the commuters, shoppers and visitors this economy depends on.
No, KTX and SRT high-speed trains pass through Daegu Station without stopping, because the station could not be expanded for high-speed services in the densely built city center. All KTX and SRT trains in Daegu stop at Dongdaegu Station instead, about 15 minutes away on Daegu Metro Line 1. Daegu Station is served by ITX-Saemaeul and Mugunghwa trains, which are slower but cheaper and stop at more stations along the way.
ITX-Saemaeul and Mugunghwa trains run north along the Gyeongbu Line to Gimcheon, Daejeon and Seoul, and south to Miryang and Busan. The Daegyeong Line, opened in December 2024, runs commuter trains through Daegu Station between Gumi in the north and Gyeongsan in the southeast, with frequent departures throughout the day. These services make Daegu Station a convenient choice for regional trips without going to Dongdaegu.
Daegu Metro Line 1 stops at Daegu Station, connecting it with Jungangno and Banwoldang in the city center, Dongdaegu Station for KTX and SRT trains, and Daegu International Airport via Ayanggyo Station. At Banwoldang, Line 1 connects with Line 2, and at Myeongdeok it connects with the Line 3 monorail. T-money and other Korean transport cards work on the metro, buses and the Daegyeong Line.
Daegu International Airport lies about 5 kilometers northeast of the city center. The easiest route is Daegu Metro Line 1 to Ayanggyo Station, followed by a short bus or taxi ride to the terminal, while a taxi from Daegu Station takes about 15–20 minutes. For KTX and SRT trains, Dongdaegu Station is just a few stops away on Line 1, a journey of about 10 minutes.
Dongseong-ro, Daegu's main shopping and entertainment district, is about a 10-minute walk south of the station, with department stores, fashion boutiques, cafés and restaurants. Chilseong Market, one of the city's largest traditional markets, sits just east of the station, and Seomun Market, famous for its night market and street food, is a short metro or taxi ride away. The Daegu Modern History Alleys, Gyesan Cathedral and the Yangnyeongsi Herbal Medicine Market are also within walking distance in the old downtown.
Daegu Station opened on 1 January 1905 with the Gyeongbu Line, turning Daegu into a major stop between Seoul and Busan. For much of the 20th century it was the city's main station, until Dongdaegu Station took over as the chief stop for express trains and, from 2004, KTX services. In 1998, Daegu Metro Line 1 opened beneath the station, a new station building connected to the Lotte Department Store was built, and in December 2024 the Daegyeong Line added frequent commuter services.
You can buy tickets for ITX-Saemaeul and Mugunghwa trains online through the Korail website, in the Korail Talk app, at ticket machines or at the ticket counters in the waiting hall. For the Daegyeong Line and the metro, you can simply tap a T-money or other transport card at the gates. To save money, choose Mugunghwa trains instead of ITX-Saemaeul, travel midweek, and consider the Korea Rail Pass if you plan several long-distance trips.
Step one is choosing your travel date: tickets usually go on sale a month before departure, and trains around the Seollal and Chuseok holidays and on Friday and Sunday evenings sell out fast, so it pays to book early. Once you pay, your ticket is saved in the Korail Talk app and can be shown on your phone, and a confirmation is sent by email when booking online. Check the train number, car and seat before you travel, as conductors check tickets on board.
There is no airport-style security screening at Daegu Station, and there are no ticket gates for Korail trains, so you can go straight to the platform with a valid ticket. Arriving 10–15 minutes early is usually enough for catching your train, giving you time to check the departure board and find your car position on the platform. Allow extra time if you need to transfer from the metro or the Daegyeong Line.
Daegu Station has elevators and escalators linking the street, the waiting hall, the platforms and the metro station, as well as accessible toilets. An elevator between the metro station and the north side of the station makes transfers easier than at many other stations. Passengers who need help boarding can request assistance from station staff, ideally when booking or at the ticket counter before departure.
Inside the station you'll find convenience stores, cafés, ATMs and toilets, and the Lotte Department Store, directly connected to the waiting hall, offers restaurants, a food court and shopping. Coin lockers are available for luggage, and free Wi-Fi works in many parts of the station. Staff at the ticket counters can help with platforms, delays and connections, and this FAQ aims to add practical tips to the official timetables, so you can plan your journey through Daegu Station with confidence.
Dongseong-ro, known as the Myeongdong of Daegu, is about a 10-minute walk on foot from the station, with department stores, fashion boutiques, cafés and restaurants. Other places within walking distance include Chilseong Market, the Daegu Modern History Alleys, Gyesan Cathedral and the Yangnyeongsi Herbal Medicine Market, and walking to Daegu Station from nearby areas takes approximately 16 minutes. Several small museums along the history alleys tell the story of Daegu's past, from traditional medicine to the independence movement.
Daegu National Museum houses over 2,000 artifacts, from prehistoric relics to Buddhist art and traditional costumes, and it can be reached by city bus or taxi from the station in about 30 minutes. Daegu Art Museum is located at the foot of Daedeoksan Mountain, with modern and contemporary Korean art, and it is easiest to reach by metro and a short bus ride. Both museums are good options on rainy days or for travelers interested in Korean history and culture.
The historic Dongsan Hospital area, linked to Keimyung University Dongsan Medical Center, sits near Seomun Market in the old downtown, about 10 minutes from the station by taxi. Its early 20th-century missionary houses and the Dongsan Medical Mission Museum are part of the Daegu Modern History Alleys tour. Seomun Market is the busiest station on Daegu Metro Line 3, so the area is also easy to reach by monorail.
E-World is a theme park with rides, gardens and the 83 Tower observatory, and E-World attracts 2.5 million visitors annually. It is especially popular in spring, when the cherry blossom festival lights up the park, and in autumn, when illuminations and seasonal festivals take over. E-World is about 20–30 minutes from Daegu Station by metro.
Autumn foliage on Palgongsan and other mountains around Daegu usually peaks in late October and early November, making it a popular time for hiking. Apsan Mtn. Observatory offers stunning city views framed by autumn colors, and it can be reached by cable car. Additionally, Dalseong Park features Korea's oldest fortress site, a short metro ride from the station.
All KTX and SRT trains in Daegu stop at Dongdaegu Station in Dong-gu, about 10 minutes from Daegu Station on Metro Line 1. Dongdaegu Station is praised for its cleanliness and organization, and it is well equipped for visitors: bilingual signage helps foreigners navigate Dongdaegu Station easily, and luggage storage facilities are provided at Dongdaegu Station. It also connects to a department store and the intercity bus terminal.
Daegu Metro Line 1 stops at Daegu Station and is operated by the Daegu Transportation Corporation, and Daegu Metro operates trains every 10 minutes. The subway from Jungangno Station to Daegu Station takes 1 minute, and a range of connections at Banwoldang and Myeongdeok link Line 1 with Lines 2 and 3. Taxis are readily available at designated stands outside Daegu Station, and city buses serve multiple stops right outside Daegu Station.
Daegu has a lively café culture, and Dongseong-ro and the old downtown are full of coffee shops where you can enjoy a break before your train. Daegu's bread scene includes the famous Samsong Bakery, whose corn bread is a popular souvenir. For local food, Anjirang Gopchang Alley has over 50 gopchang restaurants, one of the most famous food streets in the world of Korean barbecue fans.
Staff at the ticket counters provide information on platforms, delays and connections, and departure boards show train times and platforms in Korean and English. Tourist information centers in the city center and at Dongdaegu Station offer maps, brochures and advice on museums, markets and day trips. This FAQ also aims to add practical tips to the official timetables, so you can plan your journey through Daegu Station with confidence.