Korea KTX High-Speed Rail
Seoul, Busan, Daegu, Gwangju — 305 km/h Korean bullet train
Korea's KTX is one of Asia's most efficient HSR networks — Seoul to Busan in 2h 20m at 305 km/h. Two main lines: Gyeongbu (Seoul-Busan) + Honam (Seoul-Gwangju/Mokpo). Also KTX-Sancheon serves branches. Very affordable + reliable.
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Operators
Korail
Peak season
Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving) + New Year
Booking tips
- 1Book via Trip.com Trains — Korail direct also works with a Korean phone.
- 2Reserved seats always — KTX rarely allows standing.
- 3Korea Rail Pass for 3/5/10-day options (foreign tourists).
- 4Seoul KTX at Seoul Station (central) — different from Yongsan Station (Honam Line).
Booking: Trip.com Trains (Korean HSR)
FAQs — Korea KTX High-Speed Rail
Seoul to Busan flight or KTX?
KTX wins on total time (2h 20m station-to-station vs 3h+ with flight airport transit). KTX ~$60. Flight ~$40 + airport hassle.