Driving from Kanggye to Hyesan
Hyesan lies 142 km (88 mi) east of Kanggye, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 2 h 10 min without stops, over roughly 173 km (107 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Kanggye | Hyesan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | North Korea | North Korea |
| Population | 209,530 | 192,680 |
| Elevation | 288 m (945 ft) | 709 m (2,326 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Pyongyang) | UTC+9 (Asia/Pyongyang) |
Where to book car hire from Kanggye to Hyesan
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Staying in Hyesan
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Common questions
How far is Hyesan from Kanggye?
142 km (88 mi) in a straight line, east of Kanggye; by road roughly 173 km (107 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kanggye to Hyesan by car?
About 2 h 10 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kanggye and Hyesan?
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.