Seoul → Busan
2026-10-22 · live availability
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Train Schedules
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Before you travel
What catches people out on Seoul → Busan, and on this railway generally.
Which Seoul station?
Most KTX trains to Busan leave from Seoul Station, but some services use Yongsan. The station printed on your ticket is the one you need — they are 6 km apart and not interchangeable.
Fares are fixed, not dynamic
Korail sets the price by class and distance, so booking earlier does not make it cheaper. What earlier booking buys you is a seat: Friday evening and holiday trains sell out days ahead.
Your passport is the ticket
Korean rail tickets are issued against the passport number you give us. Carry the same passport — staff check it at the gate, and a name mismatch means the ticket cannot be used.
FAQ
How long does the train from Seoul to Busan take?
Journey times are listed for every departure in the timetable above.
How much is a train ticket from Seoul to Busan?
Fares depend on the class you choose. Every quote on the results page shows the fare and our service fee separately.
Which station in Seoul does the train leave from?
Chinese cities often have more than one station. Check the station printed on your ticket rather than the city name.
Do I need to print a ticket?
No. Chinese railway tickets are issued against your passport, not a piece of paper. Carry the same passport you booked with, and staff will scan it at the gate. Keep the booking confirmation on your phone in case a conductor asks which seat is yours.
How far in advance can I book?
Chinese tickets are released about two weeks before departure, and this page only shows dates inside that window. Popular dates and holiday periods sell out early, so book as soon as your travel date appears.
Which class should I book?
Second class is the default on high-speed trains and is comparable to a short-haul airline seat. First and business class add space and recline for a premium. On overnight trains the choice matters more: a hard sleeper is a real bed, a hard seat is not. Our guide to seats and sleepers explains what each one actually looks like.
Popular Routes
Timetable maintained by our booking team and last checked on 2026-10-22. Seats are confirmed when we place your request with the national railway.