Driving from Pyongyang to Kaech’ŏn
Kaech’ŏn lies 75 km (47 mi) north of Pyongyang, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 1 h 9 min without stops, over roughly 92 km (57 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Pyongyang | Kaech’ŏn | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | North Korea | North Korea |
| Population | 3.2 million | 319,554 |
| Elevation | 43 m (141 ft) | 35 m (115 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Pyongyang) | UTC+9 (Asia/Pyongyang) |
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Staying in Kaech’ŏn
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Common questions
How far is Kaech’ŏn from Pyongyang?
75 km (47 mi) in a straight line, north of Pyongyang; by road roughly 92 km (57 mi).
How long does it take to get from Pyongyang to Kaech’ŏn by car?
About 1 h 9 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Pyongyang and Kaech’ŏn?
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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.