Do you want to enjoy a little sea travel and save some money on your trip to South Korea?You might consider the overnight ferry that departs the Dalian Port Station（Dalian Gang Ke Yun Zhan） every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday afternoon at around 4:30.The trip takes about 16 hours and will dock at the IncheonPortaround 10:00 the next morning (Koreais one hour ahead).
Overnight Ferry an Alternative to Flying to Korea
Tickets must be purchased in advance, in person at the Dalian Port Station, located next to the Gang Yi Hotel, about a week in advance.The ticket office is open from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily. The “first class” ticket is 1410 RMB one-way and provides a berth in a room with four to six others.A second class ticket, 1010 RMB, is a berth in an eight to 12 person room.
Berths Similar to those on a train
Unfortunately, there is no restaurant or bar on board, so bring your own food and beverages. Bus 708 goes to the DalianPortor take a taxi.Call 8262-5349 for more information.
A beautiful sunrise an attractive bonus for the sea traveler
Chinese citizens and Russian citizens must obtain a visa in advance of coming to South Korea. Citizens of U.S., Germany, France, Canada, U.K. do not need a tourist visa in advance.
I took a similar ferry ride from Dandong to Incheon and back once in summer and once in winter last year. Both times it was a great experience, very social, relaxing and lots of fun. You can buy beer/snacks and meet some new people onboard. Or just hang out on the deck watching the sea and the sunrise. Beds are relatively comfy and private (unless you go for the cheapest ticket where you'll be sleeping on a mat in a big open room). Beats flying in my opinion!
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