Beyond Seoul

Compare KTX and bus options for common Korea intercity routes.

This guide gives travelers a quick sense of when rail is worth the premium and when bus routes are perfectly fine.

SeoulBusan

KTX

Best default for speed and comfort.

Typical time

2h 30m

59,800 KRW

SeoulBusan

Express Bus

Good value if rail fares spike.

Typical time

4h 15m

28,000 KRW