Day trip from Ulsan to Pohang
Pohang lies 55 km (34 mi) north of Ulsan, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 55 km (34 mi) apart, Pohang is a realistic day trip from Ulsan: about 54 min each way by road.
| Ulsan | Pohang | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | South Korea | South Korea |
| Population | 1.1 million | 492,041 |
| Elevation | 10 m (33 ft) | 5 m (16 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Seoul) | UTC+9 (Asia/Seoul) |
Where to book tours and tickets in Pohang
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Staying in Pohang
Our booking partner lists 242 places to stay in Pohang. Of the 206 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (138). Across 19 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.3 out of 10. Guests have left 2,908 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Pohang from Ulsan?
55 km (34 mi) in a straight line, north of Ulsan; by road roughly 67 km (42 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ulsan to Pohang by road?
About 54 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ulsan and Pohang?
No, both are on Asia/Seoul at the moment.
Where can I stay in Pohang?
Our booking partner lists 242 places to stay in Pohang, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.