Kaesŏng to Hamhŭng by train
Hamhŭng lies 233 km (145 mi) north of Kaesŏng, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 3 h 21 min at the speeds typical of North Korea rail, over roughly 284 km (176 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Kaesŏng | Hamhŭng | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | North Korea | North Korea |
| Population | 338,155 | 559,056 |
| Elevation | 42 m (138 ft) | 16 m (52 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Pyongyang) | UTC+9 (Asia/Pyongyang) |
| Stations on record | Kaesong Station | none listed |
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Common questions
How far is Hamhŭng from Kaesŏng?
233 km (145 mi) in a straight line, north of Kaesŏng; by road roughly 284 km (176 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kaesŏng to Hamhŭng by train?
About 3 h 21 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kaesŏng and Hamhŭng?
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.