KTX departs from Busan train station: Jungang-daero, Choryang 3(sam)-dong, Dong-gu, Busan, South Korea

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KTX arrives at Seoul train station: 405 Hangang-daero, Bongnaedong 2(i)-ga, Yongsan-gu, , Seoul, South Korea

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KTX from Busan to Seoul route: the distance between 2 cities is 417 kilometers.

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KTX from Busan to Seoul departures: there are 46 departures by bullet trains, operated by Korail.

Busan to Seoul Train Timetable

Train #	Departure time from Busan Station	Arrival time to Seoul Station	Travel time
102	5:10 a.m.	7:51 a.m.	2 h 41 min
104	5:20 a.m.	7:57 a.m.	2 h 37 min
106	5:45 a.m.	8:27 a.m.	​2 h 42 min
​252	6:09 a.m.	9:30 a.m.	​3 h 21 min
108	​6:10 a.m.	9:03 a.m.	​2 h 53 min

*This is an example of the schedule. When booking, pay attention at the travel time, train number, and departure/arrival stations. 

There are​ 46 departures from Busan to Seoul with KTX trains. The earliest departure is at 00.00 (12 a.m), the latest is at 23.40 (11.40 p.m.). Check current Busan to Seoul KTX schedule.

All About Busan to Seoul Route

HOW LONG IS KTX RIDE FROM BUSAN TO SEOUL?

The shortest travel time from Busan to Seoul is around 2 hours and 15 minutes, the longest train ride can take up to 3 hours and 20 minutes. Your travel time will wary according to your chosen departure time, and travel date.

Should I book Busan - Seoul tickets in advance?

​When taking the most popular Seoul - Busan train route, we suggest you secure your seat at least a few months in advance.  Especially if you are planning to travel during weekends or in summer, as the high-speed KTX train tickets tend to sell fast.

If you want to book your tickets more than 1 month in advance, you will need to book them online. It allows you to book your tickets up to 1 year in advance. You can check all schedules and book your tickets on online booking platform Rail.Ninja.

what is KTX Busan to Seoul ticket price?

The price for your ticket will depend on your travel date (is it a weekend or a regular day), when are you buying it, (in advance or last-minute), your travel class. The Economy Class Seat price starts from ​61 Euro, and from 85 Euro per ticket for a 1st Class Seat.

HOW TO BUY KTX TICKET FROM BUSAN TO SEOUL?

You can purchase your high-speed KTX tickets from Busan to Seoul online, from ticket desks or from ticket machines at the train station in Korea. 
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The easiest and and time-saving way is to purchase your tickets online. ​

A step-by-step guide how to book KTX tickets online