Inbound traffic jams to Seoul to peak between 5-6 PM as Lunar New Year holiday ends

As the Lunar New Year holiday comes to an end, highways across the country are experiencing heavy congestion, with many travelers returning home.

According to the Korea Expressway Corporation, as of 9 AM, estimated travel times to Seoul are,. 7 hours 40 minutes from Busan,. 6 hours 40 minutes from Daegu, and a little under 3 hours from Gangneung.

Inbound traffic jams to Seoul are expected to peak between 5 and 6 PM, and gradually ease by dawn tomorrow.

Authorities have urged drivers to be extra cautious, with icy roads and black ice posing significant risks.