The rocky shore by Haedong Yonggungsa at dusk

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One Day on the Busan Coast: Haedong Yonggungsa, Blueline Park and Cheongsapo

A one-day route along Busan's east coast, heading one way with no backtracking: Haedong Yonggungsa in the morning, the Beach Train and Sky Capsule through Songjeong, Cheongsapo and Mipo, then an evening on Haeundae Beach.

Published 2026-10-31 · TODAK

In this guide
  1. The day at a glance
  2. Morning: Haedong Yonggungsa
  3. Late morning: Songjeong
  4. Afternoon: the Beach Train and Cheongsapo
  5. Late afternoon: the Sky Capsule to Mipo
  6. Evening: Mipo and Haeundae Beach
  7. Tips for the day

If you only have one free day and want to spend it by the sea, Busan's east coast is the place. This route runs from north to south in one direction, so you never double back: a temple on the rocks in the morning, a slow ride along the old coastal railway in the afternoon, and a long beach in the evening. It covers only the coast. For the rest of the city, see our three-day Busan itinerary.

The day at a glance

  1. Morning: Haedong Yonggungsa, by the Donghae Line and a short bus ride
  2. Late morning: lunch and a walk at Songjeong
  3. Early afternoon: Beach Train to Daritdol Skywalk, then a short walk to Cheongsapo
  4. Late afternoon: Sky Capsule from Cheongsapo to Mipo
  5. Evening: Haeundae Beach

Morning: Haedong Yonggungsa

Get to the Donghae Line first; it is a separate commuter line, and you can change to it from Busan Line 2 at BEXCO Station, though the transfer passage is long. Ride to Osiria Station and leave by Exit 1. From the Osiria Station bus stop, take bus 139 or express bus 1001 to the Yonggungsa stop, then walk about 15 minutes.

Haedong Yonggungsa stands on the rocks directly above the sea, which is unusual for a Korean temple. The approach passes through pines and down the famous 108 steps. It opens early, and a morning visit means fewer tour groups and softer light on the water. This is a working temple, so keep your voice low near the halls.

Late morning: Songjeong

Go back to Osiria Station and ride one stop south to Songjeong Station. From Exit 2 it is about 12 minutes on foot to Songjeong Station on the Blueline Park line, near Songjeong Beach, a gentle curve of sand popular with surfers. Have lunch here, because you will be on the move for the next few hours.

If you are carrying a suitcase, there are lockers at the Songjeong, Cheongsapo and Mipo stations. Cabin-size bags are allowed on board, but space is tight and larger items may be refused.

Afternoon: the Beach Train and Cheongsapo

Haeundae Blueline Park runs on 4.8 km of old coastal railway, with seven stops: Mipo, Dalmaji Tunnel, Haewol Skywalk, Cheongsapo, Daritdol Skywalk, Gudeokpo and Songjeong. The whole line takes about 25 minutes. A one-ride pass doesn't let you board again after getting off, while an all-stops day pass does; for this route, one ride from Songjeong to Daritdol Skywalk is enough. Check the options on the official site, because the fare system was revised in May 2026.

At Daritdol Skywalk, a walkway reaches out over the water, and part of the floor is glass. It can close in snow, rain or strong wind. From here, Cheongsapo is about 600 m along the rail-side walking path, the Green Railway. Cheongsapo is a small fishing harbor, known for its red and white twin lighthouses on the breakwaters. Repair work has affected the breakwaters in the past, so you may not see both.

Late afternoon: the Sky Capsule to Mipo

From Cheongsapo, the Sky Capsule travels 2 km to Mipo, about 7 to 10 m above the ground, in small cars that hold up to four people. The ride takes about 30 minutes, and tickets are priced per capsule, which is worth knowing if you are alone. It is popular, so book online in advance rather than hoping for a spot. If it is sold out, or you would rather not pay for a whole capsule, the Beach Train also runs to Mipo, and the wooden Green Railway path runs beside the tracks.

Evening: Mipo and Haeundae Beach

Mipo is a tiny harbor of fishing boats and tour boats at the east end of Haeundae Beach. Walk west along the sand or the promenade as the light fades, and stop for dinner along the beach road. Jungdong Station on Line 2 is about 15 minutes on foot from Mipo, and Haeundae Station is close to the middle of the beach.

If you still have energy, Gwangalli is a few stops west on Line 2; see our guide to the bridge at night. And if you are deciding where to base yourself for a route like this, we compare the areas in where to stay in Busan.

Tips for the day

Bus routes, train times, tickets and skywalk hours change. Please check the official Blueline Park and Visit Busan pages before you go.
Opening hours, prices and events change. Please check the official page before you go.

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