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.
Seoul → Busan
KTX
Best default for speed and comfort.
Typical time
2h 30m
59,800 KRW
Seoul → Busan
Express Bus
Good value if rail fares spike.
Typical time
4h 15m
28,000 KRW