Driving from Kaesŏng to Pyongyang
Pyongyang lies 137 km (85 mi) north-west of Kaesŏng, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 2 h 6 min without stops, over roughly 167 km (104 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Kaesŏng | Pyongyang | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | North Korea | North Korea |
| Population | 338,155 | 3.2 million |
| Elevation | 42 m (138 ft) | 43 m (141 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Pyongyang) | UTC+9 (Asia/Pyongyang) |
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Common questions
How far is Pyongyang from Kaesŏng?
137 km (85 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Kaesŏng; by road roughly 167 km (104 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kaesŏng to Pyongyang by car?
About 2 h 6 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kaesŏng and Pyongyang?
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.