Collection Train Travel 2026.08.16

A Sea City Journey Connecting Ports, Markets, and Beaches from the Train Station

Walking the Living Sea of Busan, Pohang, Yeongdeok, Uljin, Donghae, Gangneung, Boryeong, Gunsan, and Yeosu

#Train Travel #Gourmet Travel #Harbor Travel #Seafood Market #Seaside City

The character of a sea city cannot be fully understood by just looking at the beaches. By passing through a port bustling after the early morning auctions, the crowded seafood market around lunchtime, and the riverside promenade shimmering in the evening light, you can see how tourist attractions and locals' living spaces connect. Using the train station as a base reduces worries about drinking or parking and lets you enjoy market food with ease.

This list has selected ten ports and markets accessible by train from Busan to Yeosu, organizing them alongside nearby sea routes. Instead of merely listing market names, it explains where to start from which station, what to see first, and which riverside spaces to visit after a meal. It also includes practical tips that actual visitors might easily overlook, such as seafood prices, packaging, refrigeration, and port operation zones.

Jagalchi Market

Jagalchi Market is a great coastal destination to use as a base for train travel from Busan Station or Jagalchi Station. After arriving at Busan Station and taking the subway, you can enjoy a stroll along both the market and the port waterfront. The seafood culture of Busan, along with the scenic views of Yeongdo Bridge and Namhang, are closely located. A good itinerary would be to have a meal at the market, then walk to Yurari Square and Ggangtong Market before returning from Nampo Station. Inspect the prices and range of dishes before using a restaurant to avoid unexpected expenses. Train schedules and local transport can change according to operating days, so it's wise to check Korail and local transportation information before departure.

주소 부산 중구 자갈치해안로 52 기차 여행 거점 부산역·자갈치역

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Gijang Market

Gijang Market is an excellent coastal destination to use as a base for train travel from Gijang Station. It's conveniently located within walking distance, making market trips on the Donghae Line trains straightforward. After enjoying seafood and local specialties, it's easy to move to Daebyeon Port or Yeonhwa Coast. A suggested itinerary is to visit the market in the morning, take a stroll at the port after lunch, and then return to Gijang Station. On weekends, waiting times can be long due to the hermit crabs season, so you should allocate enough time before the train home. Train schedules and local transport can change according to operating days, so it's wise to check Korail and local transportation information before departure.

주소 부산 기장군 기장읍 읍내로104번길 16 기차 여행 거점 기장역

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Jukdo Market

Jukdo Market is a great coastal destination to use as a base for train travel from Pohang Station. You can move by bus from the station to experience the large seafood market and urban dining in Pohang. This creates a travel route that doesn't just end at the market, as it's easy to visit Yeongil Bay and Dongbin Port afterwards. A natural itinerary would be to visit the market for lunch, proceed to Dongbin Port, and spend the evening at Yeongil Bay as the sun sets. If you plan to purchase refrigerated foods, be sure to consider the travel time and how to keep them while on the train. Train schedules and local transport can change according to operating days, so it's wise to check Korail and local transportation information before departure.

주소 경북 포항시 북구 죽도시장13길 13-1 기차 여행 거점 포항역

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Ganggu Port

Ganggu Port is a perfect coastal destination to use as a base for train travel from Yeongdeok Station. With local transport, you can easily encounter the crab street and scenic views of the port at once. It's concentrated with Yeongdeok's representative local foods and the ambiance of the East Coast port. An efficient schedule would be to arrive in the morning considering waiting times for meals, and scheduling extra movement time to visit Hae-mat Park separately. Crab prices vary depending on season and weight, so confirm the total and preparation costs before ordering. Train schedules and local transport can change according to operating days, so it's wise to check Korail and local transportation information before departure.

주소 경북 영덕군 강구면 강구리 253-51 기차 여행 거점 영덕역

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Jukbyeon Port

Jukbyeon Port is a great coastal destination to use as a base for train travel from Uljin Station. You can easily reach the fishing port and coastal sky rail via bus or taxi. It’s possible to combine port meals with filming locations and coastal cliff scenery within close range. An ideal schedule would involve having lunch at the port, then choosing between a coastal walk or the sky rail to prevent the itinerary from becoming too congested. Since public transport in Uljin may have long intervals, it’s necessary to check call taxis and return times together. Train schedules and local transport can change according to operating days, so it's wise to check Korail and local transportation information before departure.

주소 경북 울진군 죽변면 죽변리 기차 여행 거점 울진역

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Mukho Port

Mukho Port is a wonderful coastal destination to use as a base for train travel from Mukho Station. You can connect the seafood market and the entrance to Nongoldam-gil with a short walk and local transport. The busy life of the port starkly contrasts with the East Sea views from the hills. A half-day itinerary that includes a meal at the port followed by a hike up Nongoldam-gil and returning to the station is highly efficient. Do not enter the port operation zones; stick to walkways and tourist guidance lines. Train schedules and local transport can change according to operating days, so it's wise to check Korail and local transportation information before departure.

주소 강원특별자치도 동해시 임항로 121 기차 여행 거점 묵호역

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Jumunjin Fish Market

Jumunjin Seafood Market

Jumunjin Seafood Market is an ideal coastal destination to use as a base for train travel from Gangneung Station. A bus ride north will take you to Jumunjin Harbor, where you can enjoy both the market and the breakwater scenery. It's a chance to experience life beyond the cafe-centric trips in Gangneung with a different fishing port and market atmosphere. An efficient itinerary would be to visit the market in the morning and have lunch, then possibly add either Yeongjin Beach or a stroll through Gangneung city. Keep in mind that there may be traffic jams during your return time, so allow yourself some leeway with the bus back to Gangneung Station. Train schedules and local transport can change according to operating days, so it's wise to check Korail and local transportation information before departure.

주소 강원특별자치도 강릉시 주문진읍 시장길 38 기차 여행 거점 강릉역

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Daecheon Port Fish Market

Daecheon Port Seafood Market

Daecheon Port Seafood Market is a fantastic coastal destination to use as a base for train travel from Daecheon Station. After arriving by bus through the beach area, you'll see Western Sea seafood and ferry sights as you reach the port. You can conveniently combine Daecheon Beach and the port into a sea journey along the Janghang Line. A natural itinerary would be to have lunch at the port, move to the beach for sunset, and then return to the station. If you plan to include an island trip, consider potential ferry cancellations and the last train, and changing your itinerary to an overnight stay would be safer. Train schedules and local transport can change according to operating days, so it's wise to check Korail and local transportation information before departure.

주소 충남 보령시 대천항로 334 기차 여행 거점 대천역

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Gunsan Public Market

Gunsan Public Market is an excellent coastal destination to use as a base for train travel from Gunsan Station. You can take a city bus from the station to see the market and then access modern port cultural heritage and inland harbors. It’s a great way to explore the modern history and daily foods of the Western Sea port city. A good plan would be to eat at the market, then visit the Modern History Museum and walk along the Floating Bridge, leaving the railway village for another day to keep the itinerary organized. Since Gunsan Station is a bit farther from the tourist center, make sure to calculate the bus time back home in advance. Train schedules and local transport can change according to operating days, so it's wise to check Korail and local transportation information before departure.

주소 전북특별자치도 군산시 신금길 18 기차 여행 거점 군산역

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Yeosu Fish Market

Yeosu Seafood Market

Yeosu Seafood Market is a fantastic coastal destination to use as a base for train travel from Yeosu Expo Station. You can take a city bus to seamlessly visit both the seafood market, Yi Sun-sin Square, and Marine Park. The harbor's night views and local foods are close, making it a great evening course for an overnight train trip. A natural itinerary would be to have a meal at the market, then stroll around Yi Sun-sin Square and Marine Park to enjoy the night scenery. Keep in mind that taxi calls can spike on weekend nights, so check your public transport options to your accommodation or the station beforehand. Train schedules and local transport can change according to operating days, so it's wise to check Korail and local transportation information before departure.

주소 전남광주통합특별시 여수시 여객선터미널길 24 기차 여행 거점 여수엑스포역

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A port city journey deepens not by just having a famous dish, but by slowly connecting the markets, waterways, and old alleys. Mukho and Jukbyeon are close to scenic hills and coastal views, while Pohang and Busan lead from the markets to urban beaches, and Gunsan and Yeosu transform the travel experience with their port history and night views. The varying distances between train stations and ports in each city also make an essential difference.

In the market, check the total amount and range of dishes before ordering, and consider the travel time for packaged foods. The port combines tourist and operational spaces, so it’s essential to stay behind fences and guiding lines. Allow plenty of time for a meal, and use the last train as a guide, so your journey will be more about understanding a day in the life of a port city rather than just consuming the sea.

한눈에 보기 10개

Jagalchi Market

부산 중구 자갈치해안로 52 · 부산역·자갈치역

Gijang Market

부산 기장군 기장읍 읍내로104번길 16 · 기장역

Jukdo Market

경북 포항시 북구 죽도시장13길 13-1 · 포항역

Ganggu Port

경북 영덕군 강구면 강구리 253-51 · 영덕역

Jukbyeon Port

경북 울진군 죽변면 죽변리 · 울진역

Mukho Port