Beijing to Seoul: Road Trip Guide & Distance

591.7 miles 952.3 km · straight line
760.7 miles actual route 1224.3 km · driving distance
25h 2min estimated drive time
CNY 653 - CNY 803 estimated fuel cost
~1h 41min flight time
102° ESE bearing direction

How far is Beijing from Seoul?

The distance from Beijing to Seoul is 591.7 miles (952.3 km) as the crow flies. Seoul is located ESE of Beijing. By car, the driving distance is approximately 760.7 miles, taking about 25h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 41min. Beijing is in China, while Seoul is in South Korea.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Beijing and Seoul. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Beijing to Seoul

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 25h 2min CNY 653 - CNY 803 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 41min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~30h 2min $61–$114* Budget
Train ~32h 33min $91–$266* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Quick Facts

Beijing
39.90°N, 116.41°E
Asia/Shanghai
43m elevation
Seoul
37.57°N, 126.98°E
Asia/Seoul
38m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 197 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 49 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 42.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM