Driving from Busan to Chungju
Chungju lies 231 km (143 mi) north-west of Busan, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 3 h 31 min without stops, over roughly 282 km (175 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Busan | Chungju | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | South Korea | South Korea |
| Population | 3.3 million | 209,483 |
| Elevation | 15 m (49 ft) | 85 m (279 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Seoul) | UTC+9 (Asia/Seoul) |
Where to book car hire from Busan to Chungju
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Staying in Chungju
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Common questions
How far is Chungju from Busan?
231 km (143 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Busan; by road roughly 282 km (175 mi).
How long does it take to get from Busan to Chungju by car?
About 3 h 31 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Busan and Chungju?
No, both are on Asia/Seoul at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.