Port of Busan (KRPUS): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Busan (UN/LOCODE KRPUS) is a large coastal (breakwater) harbor located in South Korea, on the Korea Strait. It sits at 35.1000° N, 129.0333° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth near 12.5 m, cargo pier depths around 15.5 m. Shelter afforded is rated excellent. Cargo handling includes wharves facilities.
Port Specifications & Capabilities
Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.
Harbor Profile
- Harbor Type
- Coastal (Breakwater)
- Harbor Size
- Large
- Shelter Afforded
- Excellent
- World Water Body
- Korea Strait; North Pacific Ocean
- Region
- South Korea
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Busan
Where is Port of Busan located?
Port of Busan is a seaport located in South Korea, on the Korea Strait. Its coordinates are 35.1000° N, 129.0333° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Busan?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Busan is KRPUS — country code KR, location code PUS.
How deep is Port of Busan?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Busan has a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth of about 12.5 m, cargo pier depths of about 15.5 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Busan?
Port of Busan reports a maximum draft of 15 m, a maximum length of 139.7 m, a maximum beam of 61.5 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Busan require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Busan.
What type of harbor is Port of Busan?
Port of Busan is classified as a coastal (breakwater) harbor, of large size, offering excellent shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Busan have?
Port of Busan is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Busan are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #60390), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →