ISAIA 2026

October 19 (Mon) – 22 (Thu), 2026 Daejeon Convention Center (DCC), Daejeon Metropolitan City, Korea
  • Paper Information
  • Transportation

Transportation

Paper Information

01 · At a Glance

How to reach Daejeon

01

Incheon Airport

ICN → Daejeon
  • • KTX route · ~2 hrs
  • • Limousine bus · ~2.5–3 hrs
  • • Taxi / Uber · ~2–2.5 hrs
Airport info  ↗
02

Gimpo Airport

GMP → Daejeon
  • • AREX + KTX · ~2 hrs
  • From Tokyo, Osaka, Beijing, Shanghai, Taipei
Airport info  ↗
03

Cheongju Airport

CJJ → Daejeon
  • • Bus · ~50 min
  • • Distance · 53 km
  • Direct flights from China, Japan, Taiwan, Vietnam
Airport info  ↗
04

KTX High-Speed Rail

  • • Seoul → Daejeon · ~1 hr
  • • Busan → Daejeon · ~1h 40m
  • • Gwangju → Daejeon · ~1h 20m
  • Arrives at Daejeon Station
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02 · From Incheon

Incheon International Airport → DCC

Most international participants arrive at Incheon. Choose the option that best fits your schedule and budget.

① Recommended

KTX (High-Speed Train)

Incheon Int'l Airport → Seoul Station → Daejeon Station → DCC

Step by Step
  1. 1. Take the AREX (Airport Railroad Express) from Incheon International Airport to Seoul Station.
  2. 2. Transfer to the KTX (Korea Train eXpress) at Seoul Station and travel to Daejeon Station.
  3. 3. Upon arrival at Daejeon Station, take a taxi to Daejeon Convention Center (DCC).
Taxi ride from Daejeon Station to DCC: approximately 15–20 minutes.
② Direct & Easy

Airport Limousine Bus

Incheon Int'l Airport → Government Complex Daejeon → DCC

Step by Step
  1. 1. Take a direct airport limousine bus from Incheon International Airport to Daejeon.
  2. 2. Get off at the Government Complex Daejeon bus stop.
  3. 3. Take a taxi to Daejeon Convention Center (DCC).
Taxi ride from the bus stop to DCC: approximately 5–10 minutes.
③ Comfort & Privacy

Uber or Taxi

Incheon Int'l Airport → DCC (direct)

At a glance
  • Take an Uber or a regular taxi directly from Incheon International Airport to Daejeon Convention Center (DCC).
  • Travel distance: approximately 180 km.
  • Travel time: approximately 2 to 2.5 hours, depending on traffic conditions.
03 · From Gimpo

Gimpo Airport → DCC

Coming from Japan, China, or Taiwan? Gimpo serves short-haul international routes plus all Korean domestic flights.

Option 1 · Recommended

KTX High-Speed Train

Total Travel Time: Approximately 2 hours

Step 1. Travel from Gimpo Airport to Seoul Station

Take the AREX (Airport Railroad Express) from Gimpo International Airport Station.

Travel time: approximately 20–25 minutes.

Step 2. Take the KTX to Daejeon Station

From Seoul Station, transfer to the KTX (Korea Train eXpress).

Travel time: approximately 1 hour. Trains operate frequently throughout the day.

Step 3. Travel to the Conference Venue

Take a taxi from Daejeon Station to Daejeon Convention Center (DCC).

Travel time: approximately 15–20 minutes.

Option 2 · Comfort & Privacy

Uber or Kakao Taxi

Gimpo Int'l Airport → DCC (direct)

At a glance
  • Take an Uber or Kakao Taxi directly from Gimpo International Airport to Daejeon Convention Center (DCC).
  • Door-to-door service — no transfers required.
  • Best for late arrivals, groups, or travelers with large luggage.
04 · From Cheongju

Cheongju Airport → DCC

The closest international gateway — just ~50 km from Daejeon, with direct flights from China, Japan, Taiwan, and Vietnam.

① Most Convenient

Taxi or Uber

Cheongju Int'l Airport → DCC (direct)

At a glance
  • Board directly at the airport taxi stand.
  • Travel distance: approximately 45–50 km.
  • Travel time: approximately 40–50 minutes.
② Recommended

Intercity Bus

Cheongju Int'l Airport → Yuseong Bus Terminal → DCC

Step by Step
  1. 1. Board the Yuseong-bound intercity bus at Platform 2 in front of Airport Exit 1.
  2. 2. Travel time to Yuseong Intercity Bus Terminal: approximately 45–50 minutes.
  3. 3. Take a taxi from Yuseong Intercity Bus Terminal to DCC — approximately 15–20 minutes.
③ By Rail

General Train (Mugunghwa)

Cheongju Airport Station → Daejeon Station → DCC

Step by Step
  1. 1. Walk approximately 10 minutes from the airport to Cheongju Airport Station.
  2. 2. Take the Mugunghwa-ho or general train to Daejeon Station.
  3. 3. Take a taxi from Daejeon Station to DCC — approximately 15–20 minutes.
05 · Navigation

Map & navigation services

Choose the map service that works best for you — Google Maps for international visitors, Naver/Kakao for Korea-specific features.

For International Visitors

🌍 Google Maps

English directions, public transit, walking routes.

Open in Google Maps  ↗
Most Accurate in Korea

📍 Naver Map

Real-time bus arrivals, restaurants, indoor maps.

Open in Naver Map  ↗
Best for Taxi Booking

🚖 Kakao Map

Integrated with Kakao Taxi — Korea's #1 ride-hailing app.

Open in Kakao Map  ↗
06 · Before You Go

Practical travel tips

Useful information for international visitors — transit, payments, connectivity, and safety in Korea.

🚇

Get a T-money Card

T-money is Korea's rechargeable transportation card. Usable on subways, buses, and taxis nationwide including Daejeon. Available at airports, subway stations, and convenience stores (CU, GS25, 7-Eleven). More convenient than buying individual tickets.

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Download Navigation Apps

Google Maps has limited public transit functionality in Korea. We recommend Naver Map and KakaoMap — both provide real-time navigation, public transit routes, and English-language support.

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Taxi & Ride-Hailing

Taxis are widely available and reasonably priced in Daejeon. International visitors may use Kakao T and Uber. Most taxis accept major credit cards and T-money cards.

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Payment Methods

Credit cards are widely accepted in Korea. Visa, Mastercard, and American Express are commonly accepted at hotels, restaurants, and shops. Still advisable to carry a small amount of Korean Won (KRW) for minor purchases.

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Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi is available at airports, KTX stations, hotels, convention centers, cafés, and many public areas throughout Korea.

☎

Emergency Numbers

Police: 112
Fire & Ambulance: 119
Tourist Information: 1330 (English, Chinese, Japanese, and Korean support)