Location
1375, Gyeongdong-ro(SongCheon-dong), Andong, Gyeongsangbuk-do, 36729, Republic of Korea.
36729 경상북도 안동시 경동로 1375(송천동) 국립안동대학교
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To reach Gyeongkuk National University (GKNU) in Korea from abroad, you have two main options: via Daegu International Airport or Incheon International Airport. Here are the detailed steps for each route:
Via Daegu International Airport:
Arrival at Daegu International Airport:
Daegu International Airport (TAE) is a smaller airport that mainly serves domestic flights and a few international flights. Check if there are direct flights from your departure city to Daegu.
Transportation from Daegu International Airport to Daegu Dongdaegu Station:
Taxi: The quickest way to get from Daegu International Airport to Dongdaegu Station is by taxi, which takes about 20-30 minutes.
Bus: You can also take a bus from the airport to Dongdaegu Station, which will take approximately 30-40 minutes.
Train from Daegu Dongdaegu Station to Andong:
KTX: Take the KTX (Korea Train eXpress) from Dongdaegu Station to Andong Station. The KTX is a high-speed train and will take around 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Mugunghwa/ITX: Alternatively, you can take a Mugunghwa or ITX train, which is slower but also cheaper, and will take around 2 hours.
Transportation from Andong Station to Gyeongkuk National University:
Taxi: The easiest and most convenient way to reach GKNU from Andong Station is by taxi, which will take around 10-15 minutes.
Bus: Local buses also run from Andong Station to GKNU. Check the local bus schedules for specific routes.
Via Incheon International Airport:
Arrival at Incheon International Airport:
Incheon International Airport (ICN) is the largest and busiest airport in South Korea, with many international flights.
[By train]
Transportation from Incheon International Airport to Seoul Station:
AREX (Airport Railroad Express): Take the AREX from Incheon Airport to Seoul Station. The express train takes about 43 minutes, while the all-stop train takes about 58 minutes.
Train from Seoul Station to Andong:
KTX: Take the KTX from Seoul Station to Andong Station. The direct KTX train takes approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes.
Mugunghwa/ITX: You can also take a Mugunghwa or ITX train, which will take around 3-4 hours, depending on the train type.
[By bus]
Transportation from Incheon International Airport to Seoul Station:
Bus: Take an express bus from either Terminal 1 or Terminal 2 Incheon Airport to Andong Intercity Bus Terminal. It takes approximately 3:30-3:50.
Transportation from Andong Station to Gyeongkuk National University:
Taxi: A taxi from Andong Station to GKNU takes about 10-15 minutes.
Bus: Local buses are available from Andong Station to GKNU. Check the local bus schedules for the exact route.
Summary:
Daegu International Airport Route:
Taxi/Bus to Dongdaegu Station → Train to Andong Station → Taxi/Bus to GKNU.
Incheon International Airport Route:
- AREX to Seoul Station → Train to Andong Station → Taxi/Bus to GKNU
- Express Bus → Andong Intercity Bus Terminal → Taxi/Bus to GKNU
*Choose the route that best fits your flight options and schedule.