Okinawa to Seoul: Road Trip Guide & Distance

777.6 miles 1251.4 km · straight line
1033 miles actual route 1662.4 km · driving distance
147h 12min estimated drive time
JPY 18370 - JPY 22609 estimated fuel cost
~2h 4min flight time
357° N bearing direction

How far is Okinawa from Seoul?

The distance from Okinawa to Seoul is 777.6 miles (1251.4 km) as the crow flies. Seoul is located N of Okinawa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1033 miles, taking about 147h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 4min. Okinawa 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. Heading North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road. 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 Okinawa 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 Okinawa to Seoul

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 147h 12min JPY 18370 - JPY 22609 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~176h 38min $83–$155* Budget
Train ~191h 22min $124–$362* Comfort

Quick Facts

Okinawa
26.33°N, 127.81°E
Asia/Tokyo
0m 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 259 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 65 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 32 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM