Kamakura to Seoul: Road Trip Guide & Distance

715.1 miles 1150.8 km · straight line
1035.3 miles actual route 1666.2 km · driving distance
24h 9min estimated drive time
JPY 18412 - JPY 22660 estimated fuel cost
~1h 56min flight time
286° WNW bearing direction

How far is Kamakura from Seoul?

The distance from Kamakura to Seoul is 715.1 miles (1150.8 km) as the crow flies. Seoul is located WNW of Kamakura. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1035.3 miles, taking about 24h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 56min. Kamakura is in Japan, 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Kamakura 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 Kamakura to Seoul

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 24h 9min JPY 18412 - JPY 22660 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~28h 59min $83–$155* Budget
Train ~31h 24min $124–$362* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Kamakura & Seoul

Quick Facts

Kamakura
35.32°N, 139.55°E
Asia/Tokyo
10m 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 238 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 60 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 34.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM