Day trip from Kaesŏng to Wŏnsan
Wŏnsan lies 152 km (95 mi) north-east of Kaesŏng, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 152 km (95 mi) apart, Wŏnsan is a realistic day trip from Kaesŏng: about 2 h 29 min each way by road.
| Kaesŏng | Wŏnsan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | North Korea | North Korea |
| Population | 338,155 | 329,207 |
| Elevation | 42 m (138 ft) | 7 m (23 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Pyongyang) | UTC+9 (Asia/Pyongyang) |
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Staying in Wŏnsan
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Common questions
How far is Wŏnsan from Kaesŏng?
152 km (95 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Kaesŏng; by road roughly 186 km (116 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kaesŏng to Wŏnsan by road?
About 2 h 29 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kaesŏng and Wŏnsan?
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.