Driving from Kanggye to Pyongyang
Pyongyang lies 227 km (141 mi) south of Kanggye, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 3 h 27 min without stops, over roughly 276 km (172 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Kanggye | Pyongyang | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | North Korea | North Korea |
| Population | 209,530 | 3.2 million |
| Elevation | 288 m (945 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 Kanggye?
227 km (141 mi) in a straight line, south of Kanggye; by road roughly 276 km (172 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kanggye to Pyongyang by car?
About 3 h 27 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kanggye 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.