Seoul → Busan
2026-12-04 · scheduled timetable
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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 does a ticket from Seoul to Busan cost?
Fares depend on the class you choose. Every quote on the results page shows the fare and our service fee separately.
Which station do the trains leave from on this date?
Chinese cities often have more than one station. Check the station printed on your ticket rather than the city name.
Do I need a printed ticket?
No. We book on your behalf and send you an e-confirmation before departure. Carry the same passport you booked with, since that is what staff check on board, and keep the confirmation on your phone.
How far in advance can I book?
Tickets open about 30 days 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 date appears.
What should I know before booking this route?
KTX sells standard and first class. First class is 2+1 seating with more legroom on the same train and at the same speed, for roughly 40% more; Seoul–Busan standard class is about 59,800 KRW. Tickets open at 07:00 Korean time, and Chuseok and Seollal sell out immediately.
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Timetable maintained by our booking team and last checked on 2026-10-29. Seats are confirmed when we place your request with the national railway.