Mount Fuji to Seoul: Road Trip Guide & Distance

670 miles 1078.2 km · straight line
991.8 miles actual route 1596.2 km · driving distance
23h 20min estimated drive time
JPY 17638 - JPY 21708 estimated fuel cost
~1h 51min flight time
287° WNW bearing direction

How far is Mount Fuji from Seoul?

The distance from Mount Fuji to Seoul is 670 miles (1078.2 km) as the crow flies. Seoul is located WNW of Mount Fuji. By car, the driving distance is approximately 991.8 miles, taking about 23h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 51min. Mount Fuji 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 Mount Fuji 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 Mount Fuji to Seoul

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 23h 20min JPY 17638 - JPY 21708 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~28h 0min $79–$149* Budget
Train ~30h 20min $119–$347* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Mount Fuji & Seoul

Quick Facts

Mount Fuji
35.36°N, 138.73°E
Asia/Tokyo
3776m 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 223 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 56 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 37.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM