What is the cheapest way to get from Seoul to Longyearbyen?

The cheapest way to get from Seoul to Longyearbyen is to fly which costs $440 - $1,400 and takes 31h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Seoul to Longyearbyen?

The fastest way to get from Seoul to Longyearbyen is to train and bus and fly which takes 27h 10m and costs $500 - $1,800.

How far is it from Seoul to Longyearbyen?

The distance between Seoul and Longyearbyen is 6416 km.

How long does it take to get from Seoul to Longyearbyen?

It takes approximately 31h 40m to get from Seoul to Longyearbyen, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Seoul and Longyearbyen?

Longyearbyen is 7h behind Seoul. It is currently 10:33 PM in Seoul and 3:33 PM in Longyearbyen.

Where can I stay near Longyearbyen?

There are 18+ hotels available in Longyearbyen.

Seoul to Longyearbyen - 3 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

How to get fromSeoul to Longyearbyen

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 3 ways to get from Seoul to Longyearbyen by plane, train, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Gimpo International Airport
best
1. Fly from Gimpo International Airport (GMP) to Svalbard Airport, Longyear (LYR)plane GMP - LYR
31h 40m
$442–1,313
Train to Incheon International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Seoul Station to Incheon Int'l Airport T1train
2. Fly from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Svalbard Airport, Longyear (LYR)plane ICN - LYR
27h 14m
$514–1,615
Train, bus to Busan / Gimhae International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Suseo SRT to Dongdaegu Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Dongdaegu Terminal to Gimhae Int'l Airportbus
3. Fly from Busan / Gimhae International Airport (PUS) to Svalbard Airport, Longyear (LYR)plane PUS - LYR
27h 10m
$546–1,769

Gimpo International Airport (GMP) to Svalbard Airport, Longyear (LYR) flights

1Weekly Planes

27h 50mAverage Duration

$435Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Seoul to Longyearbyen.

Launch map view

Distance: 6,415.9 km
Duration: 31h 40m

What companies run services between Seoul, South Korea and Longyearbyen, SJ?

Asiana Airlines, Hainan, and Scandinavian Airlines fly from Gimpo International Airport (GMP) to Svalbard Airport, Longyear (LYR) once a week.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Svalbard & Jan Mayen

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.