How to travel from Naju to Busan, South Korea

The distance between Naju and Busan is around 252km (156 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 55m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Naju to Busan by train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out BusanNaju if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Osong Station and then to Busan Station.

  • Duration3h 15m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩55,040($42)
Operated byKorail+ 1 others

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Drive

Drive to Sasang Bus Terminal.

  • Duration2h 55m
  • Distance252km (156 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Naju and Busan

There are several options for getting from Naju to Busan by train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₩18,345 ($14) and will take around 5h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩49,795 ($38).

The distance between Naju and Busan is around 252km (156 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 215km (134 miles)

It takes around 3h 15m to get from Naju and Busan by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 55m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Naju to Busan is to drive which takes around 2h 55m and will set you back approx ₩49,795 ($38).

The cheapest way to travel between Naju and Busan, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₩18,345 ($14) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Naju and Busan. It typically takes around 3h 15m and departs every 3 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Naju to Busan. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Osong Station. These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 3h 15m.

Korail, Suseo High Speed Railway and Korail Mugunghwa run train services between Naju and Busan. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 3h 15m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Naju and Busan. We recommend that you drive to Sasang Bus Terminal. instead which will take 2h 55m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Naju to Busan. We recommend that you take the train to Osong Station and then to Busan Station. instead which will take 3h 15m.

The closest major airport to Busan is Gimhae International Airport (PUS) (PUS) which is approximately 11km (7 miles) from Busan. Ulsan Airport (USN) (USN) and Daegu International Airport (TAE) (TAE) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Naju and Busan. The distance is around 252km (156 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 55m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Naju to Busan is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 15m and will usually cost around ₩55,040 ($42).

How do I get from Naju to Busan

Compare travel optionsbetween Naju and Busan

Transport options from Naju to Busan
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train + 1 similar
3h 15m
₩55,040($42)
every 3 hours491km (305 miles)
Train to Sasang Station5h 30m
₩18,345($14)
once daily331km (206 miles)
Drive
2h 55m
₩49,795($38)
on demand252km (156 miles)

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Airports near Busan

The following major airports near Busan offer regular flights to various popular destinations within South Korea and internationally.

PUS
Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
International Airport
Distance
11km (7 miles) from Busan
USN
Ulsan Airport (USN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
53km (33 miles) from Busan
TAE
Daegu International Airport (TAE)
International Airport
Distance
89km (55 miles) from Busan