Chongjin to Sinŭiju by bus
Sinŭiju lies 489 km (304 mi) west of Chongjin, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 9 h 2 min including stops, over roughly 597 km (371 mi) of road.
| Chongjin | Sinŭiju | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | North Korea | North Korea |
| Population | 327,000 | 288,112 |
| Elevation | 5 m (16 ft) | 6 m (20 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Pyongyang) | UTC+9 (Asia/Pyongyang) |
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Common questions
How far is Sinŭiju from Chongjin?
489 km (304 mi) in a straight line, west of Chongjin; by road roughly 597 km (371 mi).
How long does it take to get from Chongjin to Sinŭiju by bus?
About 9 h 2 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chongjin and Sinŭiju?
No, both are on Asia/Pyongyang at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.