Busan to Seoul

Busan to Seoul

Busan
Seoul
Mon, May 12
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Busan to Seoul Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Standard 3pax
Any time
+4h 9m
$306.00
Train
KTX Sancheon
2nd Class
06:01
08:53
$42.78
Train
KTX
2nd Class
06:21
09:16
$46.77
  5.0
Flight
Asiana Airlines
Economy
06:50
09:55
$202.86
Flight
Jeju Air
Economy
07:10
13:00
$555.36
Flight
Jin Air
Economy
07:30
08:30
$42.11
Train
KTX
2nd Class
07:48
10:38
$47.06
  5.0
Train
KTX
2nd Class
08:05
10:48
$47.06
  5.0
Flight
Tway Air
Economy
08:30
09:35
$25.83
Train
KTX
2nd Class
08:50
11:28
$47.06
  5.0
Train
KTX
2nd Class
09:06
11:49
$47.06
  5.0
Train
KTX
2nd Class
09:27
11:53
$46.77
  5.0
Train
Mugunghwa ho
2nd Class
09:44
15:33
$24.84
Train
KTX Sancheon
2nd Class
10:00
13:11
$42.86
Train
KTX
2nd Class
10:18
13:39
$39.23
  5.0
Train
ITX-MAUM
2nd Class
10:40
15:23
$34.81
Train
KTX
2nd Class
11:00
13:47
$47.06
  5.0
Flight
Asiana Airlines
Economy
11:20
14:45
$205.92
Train
KTX
2nd Class
12:00
14:51
$47.06
  5.0
Flight
Jeju Air
Economy
12:20
21:20
$168.09

Transportation from Busan to Seoul

Facts about the transport from Busan to Seoul

Cheapest Transport$31
Fastest Transport1h
Earliest Departure6:01 AM
Latest Departure9:15 PM
Departures per day24
Distance251 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir Busan, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Eastar Jet, ITX Saemaeul, ITX-MAUM, Jeju Air, Jeju Air, Jin Air, Korean Air, KTX, KTX Cheongyong, KTX Sancheon, Tway Air

How to get from Busan to Seoul

When you want to get from Busan to Seoul, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Train
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Train ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 669.52. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a flight as a flight ticket costs as low as USD 30.19.

How far is Busan from Seoul?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Busan to Seoul. Your trip will be a total of 156 miles (251 km). The flying distance is 529 miles (851 km).

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

The travel time from Busan to Seoul can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 6 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Busan to Seoul?

The cost of the trip from Busan to Seoul varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Jin Air: travelling by flight expect to pay as low as USD 30.19 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 669.52.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Busan to Seoul:

  • Plane tickets - USD 30.19 to USD 103.34;
  • Train tickets - USD 38.29 to USD 70.48;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 380.46 to USD 669.52.

How many trips per day are there between Busan and Seoul?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Flights from Busan to Seoul depart during the day - there are approximately 20 departures a day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Busan to Seoul any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Busan to Seoul. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 30.19.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Busan to Seoul

Air Busan, Eastar Jet, Jeju Air, Jeju Air, Jin Air, Korean Air, Tway Air

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Busan to Seoul. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 380.46.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Busan to Seoul

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Busan to Seoul? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 97% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 3% users took a plane.