PUS → Busan, South Korea Updated for 2026

Gimhae International Airport (PUS) Transfer & Transit Guide [2026]

Gimhae International Airport (PUS) serves Busan, South Korea’s vibrant coastal second city. The Busan-Gimhae Light Rail Transit (BGL) connects directly to Busan Metro Line 2 (Sasang) and Line 3 (Daejeo) for easy access to Seomyeon and Haeundae Beach.

Distance west of Downtown Busan
Official Ride App Kakao T / Uber (UT)
Currency KRW

All Direct Transfer Routes From Gimhae International Airport (PUS)

PUS 28 min

Busan (PUS) → Busan City Center (Seomyeon & Haeundae Beach)

From: ₩3,000 (~$2.20)
Top Pick: Busan-Gimhae Light Rail + Metro

To reach downtown Seomyeon, take the Busan-Gimhae Light Rail to Sasang Station (6 min) and transfer to Metro Line 2 directly to Seomyeon (15 min)—total trip takes 28 minutes for ₩3,000 (~$2.20). For Haeundae Beach, take the direct Haeundae Limousine Bus (Route No. 7100) for ₩9,500 (~$7.00) to skip carrying luggage through metro transfers.

Terminals & Station Layout

PUS has two adjacent passenger terminals: International and Domestic. The light rail station is located directly across the street from both terminal exits via a covered crosswalk.

Taxi Rules & Scams to Avoid

Unlicensed drivers occasionally approach arriving passengers near the exit doors. Politely decline and walk to the official taxi queue or board the BGL light rail.

Late-Night Arrivals (After Midnight)

BGL trains run until 23:45. Late-night arrivals can take official metered taxis (~₩18,000 to Seomyeon, ~₩30,000 to Haeundae Beach).

STRESS-FREE DOOR-TO-DOOR OPTION

Prefer a Driver Waiting at Busan (PUS) Arrivals?

Traveling with heavy suitcases, young children, or landing after midnight? Pre-book a fixed-price private airport transfer or express rail pass on Klook with instant confirmation and no meter haggling.

ARRIVAL CONNECTIVITY & RIDE-HAILING TIP

Need Mobile Data at the Terminal for Kakao T / Uber (UT) & Maps?

Airport Wi-Fi often drops outside the terminal curb where Kakao T / Uber (UT) pickup zones are located. Install a local eSIM before your flight so you can order a ride, translate station signs, and show digital train QR tickets immediately after landing.