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If you want to see Busan’s illuminated bridges and coastline without travelling between each viewpoint separately, the night bus is a convenient option. The Busan City Tour Bus Night View Tour departs from Busan Station and travels across Busan Harbor Bridge, Marine City, Haeundae, Gwangan Bridge, and Songdo.
Passengers can get off for approximately 10 minutes at Gwangalli Beach and Songdo Cloud Trails to take photographs.
Departure times change by season, and advance online booking is required, so checking the schedule and cancellation policy is important.
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1. Night Tour at a Glance
The Busan City Tour Bus Night View Tour is a themed double-decker bus route featuring Busan’s illuminated bridges and coastal landmarks. Unlike the daytime loop routes, it does not allow passengers to get off at any stop and continue on a later bus.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Official name | Night View Tour / Bridge Tour |
| Departure and arrival | Busan Station |
| Operating days | Wednesday to Sunday |
| Closed | Monday and Tuesday |
| Daily departures | Once a day |
| Tour duration | Approximately 2 hours 10 minutes |
| Vehicle | Double-decker city tour bus |
| Booking | Advance online booking required |
| Seating | Open seating, first come first served |
| Photo stops | Gwangalli Beach and Songdo Cloud Trails |
| Fare | KRW 20,000 for adults, KRW 10,000 for children |
This tour requires a separate ticket from the daytime Red, Green, and Orange Line passes. According to the official brochure, the tour operates with approximately 8 to 40 passengers. The service may be cancelled if the minimum number of participants is not reached.
2. Seasonal Departure Times
The Busan City Tour Bus Night View Tour changes its departure time according to sunset. From April through October, the bus leaves at 7:30 p.m. From November through March, it departs at 7:00 p.m.
| Operating period | Busan Station departure | Busan Station arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| April–October | 7:30 p.m. | 9:40 p.m. | About 2 hours 10 minutes |
| November–March | 7:00 p.m. | 9:10 p.m. | About 2 hours 10 minutes |
The summer and winter schedules differ by 30 minutes. Check the departure time that applies to your booking date and arrive 20–30 minutes early. Traffic and weather conditions may affect arrival times and the length of each photo stop.
3. Complete Bridge Tour Route
The Busan City Tour Bus Night View Tour is also called the Bridge Tour because it crosses Busandaegyo Bridge, Busan Harbor Bridge, Gwangan Bridge, and Namhangdaegyo Bridge. The bus stops only at Gwangalli Beach and Songdo Cloud Trails.
| No. | Location | Visit type |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Busan Station | Departure |
| 2 | Busandaegyo Bridge | Drive past |
| 3 | Busan Harbor Bridge | Drive past |
| 4 | Gwangalli Beach | Approximately 10-minute photo stop |
| 5 | Suyeong Bridge No. 2 | Drive past |
| 6 | Marine City | Drive past |
| 7 | Haeundae Beach | Drive past |
| 8 | Busan Museum of Art and BEXCO | Drive past |
| 9 | Gwangan Bridge | Drive across |
| 10 | Busan Harbor Bridge | Drive across |
| 11 | Namhangdaegyo Bridge | Drive across |
| 12 | Songdo Cloud Trails | Approximately 10-minute photo stop |
| 13 | Jagalchi and Gukje Market | Drive past |
| 14 | Busan Station | Arrival |
A location marked “drive past” is viewed from the bus without stopping. The Marine City, Haeundae, and Gwangan Bridge night views are enjoyed from inside the vehicle. The itinerary and photo-stop duration may change depending on traffic and local conditions.
4. Fares and Boarding Location
The Busan City Tour Bus Night View Tour costs KRW 20,000 for adults and KRW 10,000 for children. The child fare applies from 48 months of age through age 13 or elementary school.
| Ticket | Fare |
|---|---|
| Adult | KRW 20,000 |
| Child | KRW 10,000 |
The bus departs from the city tour platform opposite the Starbucks on the first floor of Ramada Encore by Wyndham Busan Station.
- From KTX Busan Station: walk toward Exit 1 on the first floor
- From Busan Station subway: use Exit 6
- Recommended arrival: 20–30 minutes before departure
- Seating: open seating with no assigned seats
The daytime city tour pass cannot be used for this night route.
Partner discounts available for daytime routes generally do not apply.
Arriving early provides a better chance of securing an upper-deck or window seat.
Related link: Official fare information
5. Booking and Cancellation Policy
The Busan City Tour Bus Night View Tour requires advance online booking. Travellers select the date and number of passengers when paying, but individual seat positions are not reserved.
| Cancellation time | Cancellation fee |
|---|---|
| At least 3 days before departure | No fee |
| 1–2 days before departure | 30% of the payment |
| Before 4:00 p.m. on the day | 50% of the payment |
| After 4:00 p.m. on the day | No refund |
The tour may be cancelled if the minimum number of passengers is not reached. A full refund is provided when the operator cancels because of severe weather, a natural disaster, or operational circumstances. Weekend and summer departures may sell out, so booking early is recommended.
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6. Photo Stops and Seat Tips
The Busan City Tour Bus Night View Tour provides two official photo stops: Gwangalli Beach and Songdo Cloud Trails. Each stop lasts approximately 10 minutes, so the time is best used for photographs rather than visiting cafés or exploring the surrounding area.
| Photo stop | Approximate time | Main view |
|---|---|---|
| Gwangalli Beach | 10 minutes | Illuminated Gwangan Bridge |
| Songdo Cloud Trails | 10 minutes | Songdo coastline and Namhang Bridge |
- Front-row seats on the upper deck provide a wide forward view but can feel windier.
- The scenery changes sides throughout the route, so one side is not always better.
- Lowering your phone’s screen brightness can reduce reflections from the bus windows.
- An extra jacket or scarf is useful on the upper deck during autumn and winter.
- Night mode can help when taking photographs from a moving bus.
Check the bus location and departure time before taking photographs at Gwangalli Beach.
Do not walk too far along the beach because the stop is short.
Check for vehicle or seating changes when rain or strong winds are forecast.
7. What to Check Before Boarding
This is a group-style tour that departs from Busan Station, provides two short photo stops, and returns to Busan Station. It is different from a hop-on, hop-off route where passengers can leave the bus and continue sightseeing independently.
- Departures from April through October are at 7:30 p.m.
- Departures from November through March are at 7:00 p.m.
- Passengers get off only at Gwangalli Beach and Songdo Cloud Trails.
- All other locations are viewed from the bus.
- Advance online booking is required.
- Seats are not assigned.
- A separate ticket is required from the daytime loop routes.
- The service may be cancelled if minimum passenger numbers are not reached.
- The route and photo stops may change because of weather or traffic.
- The tour does not normally operate on Mondays or Tuesdays.
The approach to Busan Harbor Bridge includes a high and curved road section.
Travellers with a fear of heights should consider this before booking.
Check the official website on the day of travel for cancellations or schedule changes.
Related link: Official Busan City Tour website
FAQ
Can I get off at any location along the night route?
No. This is not a hop-on, hop-off service. Passengers can leave the bus only during the official photo stops at Gwangalli Beach and Songdo Cloud Trails.
Can I use a daytime city tour pass?
No. The night route is not included in the Red, Green, or Orange Line day pass. A separate night-tour ticket must be booked and paid for online.
Is the tour cancelled when it rains?
The service may continue in light rain. It can be cancelled when strong winds, severe weather, or other conditions make operation unsafe. A full refund is normally provided when the operator cancels the tour.
Key Takeaways
- The tour departs from and returns to Busan Station.
- It travels across Busan’s major illuminated coastal bridges.
- Departures are at 7:30 p.m. from April through October.
- Departures are at 7:00 p.m. from November through March.
- The complete route takes approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes.
- Gwangalli and Songdo provide approximately 10-minute photo stops.
- Tickets cost KRW 20,000 for adults and KRW 10,000 for children.
- Advance online booking is required.
- Seats are open and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- A separate ticket is required from the daytime city tour routes.