Hŭngnam to Chongjin by bus
Chongjin lies 282 km (175 mi) north-east of Hŭngnam, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 5 h 19 min including stops, over roughly 344 km (214 mi) of road.
| Hŭngnam | Chongjin | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | North Korea | North Korea |
| Population | 346,082 | 327,000 |
| Elevation | 3 m (10 ft) | 5 m (16 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Pyongyang) | UTC+9 (Asia/Pyongyang) |
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Common questions
How far is Chongjin from Hŭngnam?
282 km (175 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Hŭngnam; by road roughly 344 km (214 mi).
How long does it take to get from Hŭngnam to Chongjin by bus?
About 5 h 19 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Hŭngnam and Chongjin?
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.