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Gimhae International Airport (Busan) to Busan — Transport Guide 2026

Busan Gimhae (PUS) is 12 km west of the city. Busan-Gimhae Light Rail + KakaoTaxi + limousine bus are the standard options. Uber does not operate in Korea.

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Last updated: 2026-07

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Cheapest
Light Rail + Metro (~$1.20)
Fastest
KakaoTaxi (~25 min)

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Busan-Gimhae Light Rail + Metro

metro · Best for: Best value
Cost
KRW 1,700 (~$1.20)
Time
35-50 min to Seomyeon (city centre)
Frequency
Every 5-10 min
Light Rail from PUS to Sasang → Metro Line 2 → Seomyeon. Direct + reliable.

Airport Limousine Bus

bus · Best for: Direct to Haeundae + hotels
Cost
KRW 7,000-10,000 ($5-7)
Time
30-60 min
Frequency
Every 20-30 min
Multiple routes — to Seomyeon, Nampo, Haeundae, Gwangalli.

KakaoTaxi (local app)

ride share · Best for: App-based (Uber does NOT operate)
Cost
KRW 20,000-35,000 ($15-25)
Time
25-45 min
Frequency
On-demand
KakaoTaxi is the standard Korean ride-hail app. English-friendly.

Airport taxi (International Taxi has English drivers)

taxi · Best for: English-speaking drivers
Cost
KRW 22,000-40,000 ($16-30)
Time
25-45 min
Frequency
On-demand
Book International Taxi at kiosk for guaranteed English support.

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No queues, no scam risk. Driver meets you inside arrivals with your name. Price locked before you fly.

Getting out of Busan (PUS)

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Driver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.

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Frequently asked

How far is Gimhae International Airport (Busan) from Busan?
Gimhae International Airport (Busan) (PUS) is 12 km from Busan city centre.
What is the cheapest way from PUS to Busan?
Light Rail + Metro (~$1.20)
What is the fastest way from PUS to Busan?
KakaoTaxi (~25 min)