Driving from Sinŭiju to Kaech’ŏn
Kaech’ŏn lies 135 km (84 mi) east of Sinŭiju, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 2 h 4 min without stops, over roughly 165 km (102 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Sinŭiju | Kaech’ŏn | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | North Korea | North Korea |
| Population | 288,112 | 319,554 |
| Elevation | 6 m (20 ft) | 35 m (115 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Pyongyang) | UTC+9 (Asia/Pyongyang) |
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Common questions
How far is Kaech’ŏn from Sinŭiju?
135 km (84 mi) in a straight line, east of Sinŭiju; by road roughly 165 km (102 mi).
How long does it take to get from Sinŭiju to Kaech’ŏn by car?
About 2 h 4 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Sinŭiju 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.