Cities Near Busan
Cities near Busan, South Korea: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Gyeongju, Gimhae, Changwon. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Busan, South Korea is Gyeongju, about 52 mi (84 km) away — roughly 1 hr 34 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GyeongjuAncient Silla capital and tombs | 52 mi / 84 km | 1 hr 34 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| GimhaeRoyal tombs near the airport | 12 mi / 20 km | 41 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| ChangwonPlanned city and cherry blossoms | 22 mi / 35 km | 42 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| GeojeIsland beaches and shipyards | 28 mi / 45 km | 54 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| UlsanIndustrial coast and whales | 34 mi / 55 km | 1 hr 1 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Miryang | 31 mi / 50 km | 56 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Gyeongsan-si | 52 mi / 84 km | 1 hr 34 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Chinju | 54 mi / 87 km | 1 hr 36 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Gumi | 80 mi / 129 km | 1 hr 52 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Yeosu | 81 mi / 130 km | 1 hr 53 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
Day trips from Busan
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Gyeongju, Gimhae, Changwon, Geoje, Ulsan. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Busan include Gyeongju, Gimhae, Changwon, Geoje, Ulsan. The closest is Gyeongju, about 52 miles (84 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.