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Distance from Tokyo to Seoul

1,149 km (714 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

1,149 km

Kilometers

714 miles

Miles

~1h 51m

Est. Flight

0h

Time Difference

Tokyo

Japan
Area: 2,194 km²
Population: 13.96M
Timezone: UTC+9
Elevation: 40m

Seoul

South Korea
Area: 605 km²
Population: 9.77M
Timezone: UTC+9
Elevation: 38m

The distance between Tokyo and Seoul is roughly equivalent to 3 hours of driving, though the straight-line distance as the crow flies is significantly shorter than any road route.

Tokyo is known for Shibuya Crossing and Tokyo Tower, while Seoul is famous for Gyeongbokgung Palace and Gangnam district.

In terms of city area, Tokyo is 3.6x larger than Seoul. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Tokyo from Seoul?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Tokyo to Seoul is 1,149 km (714 miles).

How long is the flight from Tokyo to Seoul?

A direct flight would take approximately 1h 51m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Tokyo bigger than Seoul?

Tokyo is larger at 2,194 km², compared to 605 km².

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