Nagoya to Seoul: Road Trip Guide & Distance

576.1 miles 927.1 km · straight line
848.8 miles actual route 1366 km · driving distance
20h 33min estimated drive time
JPY 15094 - JPY 18578 estimated fuel cost
~1h 40min flight time
290° WNW bearing direction

How far is Nagoya from Seoul?

The distance from Nagoya to Seoul is 576.1 miles (927.1 km) as the crow flies. Seoul is located WNW of Nagoya. By car, the driving distance is approximately 848.8 miles, taking about 20h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 40min. Nagoya 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 Nagoya 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 Nagoya to Seoul

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 20h 33min JPY 15094 - JPY 18578 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 40min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~24h 40min $68–$127* Budget
Train ~26h 43min $102–$297* Comfort

Quick Facts

Nagoya
35.18°N, 136.91°E
Asia/Tokyo
17m 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 192 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 48 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 43.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM