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Duration	3h 20m
Distance	403.4 km
Average price	₩50,000
Frequency	3/hour

Trip overview

The average train between Seoul and Busan takes 3h 20m and the fastest train takes 2h 18m. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Seoul to Busan. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

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Seoul Station
Busan

2h 48m

₩22,000 - ₩65,000

Seoul to Busan train times

Trains run every 20 minutes between Seoul and Busan. The earliest departure is at 14:48 in the afternoon, and the last departure from Seoul is at 22:27 which arrives into Busan at 01:03. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, April 25, 2024

Korail Mugunghwa

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Seoul to Busan? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport?, What is the quickest option?, How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Is there a direct train between Seoul and Busan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Seoul Station station and arriving at Busan Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 48m.

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How far is it from Seoul to Busan?

The distance between Seoul and Busan is 417 km. The road distance is 403.4 km.

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Where do I catch the Seoul to Busan train from?

Seoul to Busan train services, operated by Korail, depart from Seoul Station.

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Where does the Seoul to Busan train arrive?

Seoul to Busan train services, operated by Korail, arrive at Busan Station.

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Where can I stay near Busan?

There are 599+ hotels available in Busan. Prices start at ₩55,000 per night.

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What companies run services between Seoul and Busan?

Korail operates a train from Seoul Station to Busan Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost ₩36,000 - ₩65,000 and the journey takes 2h 48m. Korail Mugunghwa also services this route every 3 hours.

Train operators

Korail

Korail

Ave. Duration

2h 48m

Frequency

Every 20 minutes

Estimated price

₩36,000 - ₩65,000

Phone: +82 1544 7777
Website: letskorail.com

Train from Seoul Station to Busan Station

Ave. Duration: 2h 48m
Frequency: Every 20 minutes
Estimated price: ₩36,000 - ₩65,000
Website: https://www.letskorail.com/ebizbf/EbizbfForeign_pr16100.do?gubun=1

Economy: ₩46,000 - ₩65,000
Standing: ₩41,000 - ₩60,000
First Class: ₩65,000 - ₩100,000
Economy Class: ₩42,600
Non-reserved Seat: ₩36,200

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Korail Mugunghwa

Korail Mugunghwa

Ave. Duration

5h 53m

Frequency

Every 3 hours

Estimated price

₩22,000 - ₩28,000

Phone: +82 1599 7777
Website: letskorail.com

Train from Seoul Station to Busan Station

Ave. Duration: 5h 53m
Frequency: Every 3 hours
Estimated price: ₩22,000 - ₩28,000
Website: http://www.letskorail.com/ebizbf/EbizBfTicketSearch.do

Standing/Non-reserved: ₩22,000 - ₩24,000
Economy Class: ₩26,000 - ₩28,000

Chungbuk Line Mugunghwa train

Mugunghwa Train Coach

Suseo High Speed Railway

Suseo High Speed Railway

Ave. Duration

2h 28m

Frequency

Every 30 minutes

Estimated price

₩50,000 - ₩80,000

Phone: 1800 1472
Website: srail.co.kr

Train from Suseo SRT to Busan Station

Ave. Duration: 2h 28m
Frequency: Every 30 minutes
Estimated price: ₩50,000 - ₩80,000
Website: https://www.srail.or.kr/main.do?language=EN

Standard Class: ₩51,000 - ₩55,000
First Class: ₩75,000 - ₩79,000

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