Korea–Russia Friendship Bridge

The 623-meter dual-gauge railway bridge spans the Tumen River, connecting Khasan station in Russia with Tumangang station in North Korea.

The bridge replaced a wooden structure and opened on August 9, 1959, marking the establishment of a permanent transportation link between North Korea and Russia.

The bridge represents the sole physical connection between North Korea and Russia, facilitating the movement of goods and passengers across their shared border.

The bridge incorporates both Russian 1,520 mm and North Korean 1,435 mm gauge tracks, allowing trains from both countries to cross without changing wheels.

In 2017, the bridge received fiber optic cables that provided North Korea with an additional internet connection through Russia's TransTelekom network.

Location: Khasan

Location: Tumangang

Official opening: August 9, 1959

Length: 623 m

Part of: North Korea–Russia border

GPS coordinates: 42.41528,130.64111

Latest update: May 12, 2025 20:44