At a glance
- What it is
- A coastal railway on a former rail line, with an open-window Beach Train and an elevated two-person-to-four-person Sky Capsule
- Route
- Beach Train: Mipo to Songjeong, about 4.8 km, 7 stops. Sky Capsule: Mipo to Cheongsapo only
- Beach Train fare
- 8,000–10,000 KRW one-way per person, 16,000 KRW for an all-stations day pass
- Sky Capsule fare
- 50,000–60,000 KRW per capsule (2–4 people), one-way, about 30 minutes
- Getting to Mipo
- Bus 39, 100, 139, 141, 200 or express 1003 to the Mipo·Moontan Road stop, then a 10-minute walk
A retired rail line, reopened for the view
Haeundae Blueline Park runs along a stretch of the old Donghae Nambu rail line on Busan's northeastern coast, between Haeundae and Songjeong. Two separate rides use the same corridor: the Beach Train, an open-sided tram that runs the full 4.8 km route, and the Sky Capsule, a small elevated cabin that covers a shorter middle section suspended above the tracks.
It has become one of Busan's most-photographed attractions for a straightforward reason — for a long stretch, the train and the capsule both run directly beside open water, with nothing built between the track and the sea.
The Beach Train: the full route
The Beach Train covers all seven stops — Mipo, Dalmaji Tunnel, Haewol Skywalk, Cheongsapo, Daritdol Skywalk, Gudeokpo and Songjeong — at about 15 km/h, roughly 25 minutes end to end, with departures about three times an hour. Mipo and Songjeong are the two terminus stations, and you have to get off at either one; the smaller stops in between are request-style halts.
Seating isn't assigned and standing is allowed, so a single-ride ticket works fine for a short hop, but if you want to go out and back, buy the 2-ride or all-stations pass rather than two single tickets — a single-ride ticket doesn't allow re-boarding.
| Ticket | Price (per person) | What it covers |
|---|---|---|
| Single ride | 10,000 KRW from Mipo or Songjeong, 8,000 KRW from Cheongsapo or a request stop | One ride, one-way, no re-boarding |
| 2-ride pass | 14,000 KRW | Board once at each of two stations you choose — a round trip |
| All-stations pass | 16,000 KRW | Board at every stop, up to 7 rides — the most flexible option |
The Sky Capsule: shorter, pricier, and the reason people come
The Sky Capsule only runs the Mipo–Cheongsapo section — it does not go all the way to Songjeong — at a slow 4 km/h, taking about 30 minutes one-way. Capsules seat 2, 3 or 4 people and are priced per capsule rather than per person, so splitting a 4-person capsule among a full group is the cheapest way to ride per head.
Reservations are timed by entry window rather than departure time — a slot booked for 11:00–11:30 means you can enter and queue any time in that half hour, then board in turn. On busy weekends the wait can push your actual departure later than the booked window, so build in slack if you have somewhere to be afterward.
| Capsule size | Price per capsule | Price per person |
|---|---|---|
| 2-person | 50,000 KRW | 25,000 KRW |
| 3-person | 55,000 KRW | 18,300 KRW |
| 4-person | 60,000 KRW | 15,000 KRW |
Hours change by season
Both rides run on a seasonal schedule that extends through summer. In the winter months (November–February) the Sky Capsule runs 09:00–18:00 and the Beach Train roughly 09:30–19:00 from Mipo (09:30–18:30 from Songjeong). Hours stretch progressively longer through spring and early autumn, and during peak summer (July–August) the Beach Train's last departure from Mipo or Songjeong moves to around 21:30, with the Sky Capsule's last ride around 20:00–20:30.
Because the exact cutoff shifts with the season and around holidays, confirm the current schedule on the operator's site or at the ticket counter before planning a visit around a specific departure, especially a sunset ride.
The Visit Busan Pass covers the train, not the capsule
The Visit Busan Pass, the city's official paid-attraction pass for visitors, includes free entry to the Beach Train's all-stations pass as one of its covered attractions. It does not cover the Sky Capsule, which is ticketed separately regardless of which pass you're holding.
If the Beach Train is the part of the visit you care about and you're already planning to use the pass for other paid attractions around the city, it's worth checking whether it pencils out before buying a separate train ticket.
Getting to each station
Mipo, the Haeundae-side terminus, is the most commonly used starting point. Regular buses 39, 100, 139, 141 and 200, or the express bus 1003, all stop at Mipo·Moontan Road (미포·문탠로드입구), about a 10-minute walk from the station. Metro Line 2 to Jungdong Station Exit 7 also works but is a longer 15-minute walk — the bus is the more direct route for most visitors.
For Cheongsapo or Songjeong, Jangsan Station on Line 2, Exit 5, connects to buses running along the coast — a reasonable option if you'd rather start from the Songjeong end and ride back toward Haeundae.
Practical notes
- Pets can ride both the Beach Train and Sky Capsule in a sling bag or carrier
- No alcohol or smoking on either ride, and wait for a complete stop before getting off
- Sky Capsule tickets can sell out on weekends and holidays — booking online ahead matters more here than for the Beach Train
- Hazy or foggy weather doesn't rule out a worthwhile ride — the Sky Capsule through sea mist is its own distinct look, not just a washed-out version of a clear day
- The route connects naturally with Songjeong Beach at one end and Haeundae at the other, so it works well as a link between the two rather than a there-and-back trip
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between the Beach Train and the Sky Capsule?
The Beach Train is an open-sided tram that runs the full route between Mipo and Songjeong (7 stops, about 25 minutes). The Sky Capsule is a small elevated cabin for 2–4 people that only covers the shorter Mipo–Cheongsapo section, at a slower pace, and costs considerably more per person.
How much does Haeundae Blueline Park cost?
The Beach Train runs 8,000–10,000 KRW for a single one-way ride per person, or 16,000 KRW for an all-stations day pass. The Sky Capsule is priced per capsule: 50,000 KRW for 2 people, 55,000 KRW for 3, and 60,000 KRW for 4, one-way only.
Is the Sky Capsule free with the Visit Busan Pass?
No. The Visit Busan Pass covers the Beach Train's all-stations pass, but the Sky Capsule is always ticketed separately regardless of which pass you hold.
What are the operating hours?
Hours are seasonal. In winter (November–February) the Sky Capsule runs 09:00–18:00 and the Beach Train roughly 09:30–19:00 from Mipo. Both extend through spring and summer, with the Beach Train's last departure reaching around 21:30 and the Sky Capsule's around 20:00–20:30 during July and August. Confirm the current schedule before a visit timed around sunset.
How do I get to Haeundae Blueline Park?
For the Mipo station, take bus 39, 100, 139, 141, 200 or express 1003 to the Mipo·Moontan Road stop, about a 10-minute walk. Metro Line 2 to Jungdong Station Exit 7 also works but is a longer walk. For Cheongsapo or Songjeong, use Jangsan Station Exit 5 and a coastal bus.
