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Can you run from Seoul to Busan? This person did, twice

Published 2026-08-29

For most people, getting from Seoul to Busan means roughly 2 1/2 hours seated on the KTX. Isaiah Addison, better known as Zay, went the long way: on foot. The long-distance runner, freelance model and content creator set out from Seoul on Aug. 8 and covered nearly 700 kilometers over 10 days before reaching Busan — the equivalent of more than 16 full marathons. Data from his high-endurance sports watch with built-in GPS shows 683.5 kilometers of recorded activity between Aug. 8 and 17 over the c

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long did Zay take to run from Seoul to Busan?

Zay took 10 days to complete the run.

How far did Zay run in total?

He covered nearly 700 kilometers, equivalent to more than 16 full marathons.

What is Zay's profession?

He is a long-distance runner, freelance model, and content creator.

What dates did Zay's run take place?

The run took place from August 8 to August 17.