The Fengguei Line (route number 0777, formerly route 51) is an urban bus service operated by the Penghu County Public Bus and Ferry Authority. Departing from Magong Bus Terminal, it runs the length of the southern Penghu peninsula’s south loop, stopping at Tiexian, Suogang, Shanshui, Shili, and Qingwan before terminating at Fengguei village at the southern tip of the peninsula. Some extended services (51B/C/D) continue further to Xigang Terminal. The standard service (51) covers 60 stops, making it one of the most far-reaching and frequent bus routes south of Magong and the go-to option for visitors hopping between the southern coastal sights.
Route Highlights
The south-loop coastal road of the southern Penghu peninsula passes through some of the island’s most distinctive landscapes, and the 0777 brings nearly all major sights within reach:
- Suogang: A pair of large wind-suppression stone towers built from coral limestone stand at the north and south ends of the village — the largest surviving examples of this folk tradition in Taiwan.
- Shanshui Beach: Golden shell-sand shore alongside offshore reef platforms ranks this among Penghu’s top three beaches. The bus terminates directly at Shanshui Beach Terminal.
- Shili Swimming Beach: Another long sandy beach on the south loop, with shallower water well suited to families.
- Qingwan: Adjacent to Cactus Park and the inner-bay viewpoint, this is a quieter sunset-watching spot in addition to Guanyin Pavilion. The cactus park is an outdoor open space; check current site conditions with the Penghu National Scenic Area Administration (06-9216521) before visiting.
- Fengguei village: The columnar basalt sea-erosion formations and the wave-rumbling sea caves at the end of the route were the filming location for Hou Hsiao-hsien’s 1983 film The Boys from Fengkuei.
Mid-route the bus also stops at the Penghu Visitor Center (near the Living Museum and Martyrs’ Shrine), a useful stop for collecting maps, inter-island ferry schedules, and information about southern-peninsula sights before continuing south.
Stop-by-Stop Guide
Magong urban section (Magong Terminal → Penghu Visitor Center, stops 1–16): After leaving Magong Terminal, the bus loops past Beichen Market (a local traditional market, best in the early morning for fresh produce), then heads east via Martyrs’ Shrine and Living Museum Stop before passing through the older neighbourhoods around Wen’ao Ancestor Temple and Wen’ao Elementary School to reach the Penghu Visitor Center. The centre is managed by the Penghu National Scenic Area Administration; free maps, inter-island ferry timetables, and southern-loop enquiries are all available here — a practical first stop before continuing the journey.
Tiexian and Suogang fishing village section (stops 19–31): After Xingren and Jigong Temple, the route enters Tiexian village with a stop at Tiexian Qingshui Temple, whose main hall is dedicated to Baosheng Dadi (the God of Medicine) and has an open forecourt with wide views. Continuing south to Suogang: the stop near Suogang Beiji Temple is flanked by the two massive coral-limestone wind-suppression towers (the north and south towers), the largest surviving folk stone towers of this type in Taiwan — a 5-minute walk along the village path connects the two.
Shili, Qingwan, and Fengguei final section (stops 49–60): Beyond Wude the route enters Shili; Shili Swimming Beach Stop is a 3-minute walk from the beach. Next is Qingwan Stop — the inner bay is a quiet place to watch the sunset, and during peak summer occasional roadside vendors sell cactus fruit ice cream (a vivid violet-red shaved-ice treat made from prickly-pear fruit); operating hours vary day to day. The final stops pass through Fengguei Jinwang Temple, Fengguei East, and Fengguei Paifang before reaching Fengguei Terminal; extended services (51B/C/D) continue from Fengguei East onward to Xigang Terminal.
Attractions Along the Route
Around Magong Terminal (walkable): Allow time before departure to explore Magong’s old town. Tianhou Temple is the oldest Mazu temple in Taiwan (Portuguese ships recorded it in 1604), and it sits close to Four-Eye Well (a Qing-dynasty four-opening brick well) and Zhongyang Old Street — the whole circuit takes about 15 minutes on foot. Walking west along Zhongshan Road for about 20 minutes brings you to Guanyin Pavilion, whose seafront promenade is Penghu’s most popular sunset-watching spot and the main venue for the annual Ocean Fireworks Festival.
Sights directly accessible by bus: The most straightforward stop along the route is Shanshui Beach (alight at Shanshui Beach Terminal) — roughly 30–40 minutes from Magong with no transfer required, a gently sloping sandy beach suitable for swimming, with shower facilities and food stalls nearby. With more time, continuing to Fengguei village puts the columnar basalt and wave-rumbling sea caves just a 10-minute walk away. Check the last departure time before lingering, as afternoon services back to Magong can fill up during peak season — arriving 10 minutes early or having a taxi contact as a backup is advisable.
Local Commuter Rhythm
The first section of the route passes through Magong’s Wen’ao, Xiwen, and Zhongzheng districts and several schools — Shiquan Elementary, Zhongzheng Junior High, Pengnan Junior High, Wude Elementary, and Shanshui Elementary all have dedicated stops, and these services are heavily used by local residents during commuter and school hours. After Tiexian and Suogang, passengers are mostly visitors. The single journey from Magong Terminal to Fengguei takes around 60–70 minutes; the south-loop road has many bends and gradients, so those prone to motion sickness should come prepared.
When to Travel
The 0777 is one of the more frequent routes on Penghu’s main island, running from the 06:00 first service at Fengguei (towards Magong) through to the 22:25 last service from Fengguei (with 07:25 first / 21:45 last from Magong). Services run approximately every hour throughout the day, with the same timetable on weekdays and public holidays according to TDX data.
- Summer (June–September, peak season): Sun intensity is at its peak after 2:00 PM, making extended beach time uncomfortable. Consider the 15:10 or 16:30 departures from Magong: arrive at Shili or Fengguei for sunset, then take the 19:00 or 19:50 service back to Magong. During the Penghu Ocean Fireworks Festival (in 2026, Monday and Thursday shows at Guanyin Pavilion from May through late June, shifting to Tuesdays in July–August; exact dates confirmed by the county tourism office each year), Magong city centre draws large crowds in the evening — board one service earlier than planned to avoid a full bus.
- Winter (October–March): The northeast monsoon hits hardest around Fengguei, with wind levels frequently reaching force 7 or above and waves crashing over the columnar basalt formations. For safety, choose the calmer morning services at 08:35 or 09:50 and return before 15:55. Swimming beaches at Shanshui and Shili are largely deserted in winter and most food stalls will be closed.
Heading to Fengguei Cave — Know Your Terminal
An important distinction: only extended services 51B, 51C, and 51D continue to Xigang Terminal; most services terminate at Fengguei Terminal inside the village. For visitors heading to Fengguei Geological Park (Fengguei Cave):
- On a standard service (51 / 51A / 51E…), alight at Fengguei Paifang Stop and walk about 10 minutes to the sea cave.
- On an extended service (51B/C/D), alight at Fengguei East Stop, which is closer to the cave.
Check the “Terminal” column in this page’s timetable before boarding, and use the real-time tracking feature on this page to confirm where the next service currently is.