Ocean Freight: Tokyo → Busan
JPTYO → KRPUS
The Tokyo → Busan trade lane connects Tokyo, Japan with Busan, South Korea, a sea distance of roughly 658 nautical miles. Direct services typically take 5–9 days port to port, depending on the carrier, the rotation and whether the box is transshipped at a hub. Use ShipScanner's live schedule search to find actual sailings, cut-offs and the fastest routing for your cargo.
- Origin
- Tokyo (JPTYO)
- Destination
- Busan (KRPUS)
- Transit (est.)
- 5–9 days
- Sea distance
- ~658 nm
- Trade
- East Asia → East Asia
Carriers operating this corridor
Major ocean carriers with services on the East Asia → East Asia trade. Compare their schedules and transit times in one search.
Frequently asked questions
How long does shipping from Tokyo to Busan take? +
Ocean transit from Tokyo to Busan typically takes 5–9 days port to port. Direct services sit at the lower end; routings with a transshipment take longer. Search live schedules for exact dates.
What is the sea distance from Tokyo to Busan? +
The approximate sea distance is 658 nautical miles. Actual sailed distance varies with the vessel's rotation and any transshipment calls.
Which carriers ship from Tokyo to Busan? +
Major ocean carriers including Maersk, MSC, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, ONE and COSCO operate services on the East Asia → East Asia trade. ShipScanner aggregates their schedules so you can compare transit time and frequency.
How can I track a container from Tokyo to Busan? +
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