Bongeunsa Station
봉은사
Line 9Residential hubDining & cafesSchools nearbyClinics & medical
Bongeunsa Station (봉은사역) is a Line 9 station in Gangnam-gu (구, district or local administrative area), Seoul, near residential streets, schools, clinics, restaurants, cafes, local shops, buses, and commuter routes. Expats use this area for housing searches, commuting, clinics, supermarkets, local meals, school routes, and trips toward Samseong Jungang and Sports Complex, Seoul Station, and Gangnam transfer routes . Bongeunsa Station works as a practical station for daily life, local errands, and cross-city travel .
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Leaving Bongeunsa
Check platform signs for VHS Medical Center or Gimpo Airport direction before boarding.
Arriving in BongeunsaExit 1 or 3 for apartments; Exit 2 for shops and restaurants; Exit 4 for commuter routes.
Housing searchUse Exit 1 or 3 to explore residential streets and apartment complexes in Gangnam-gu.
Clinics & pharmaciesExit 3 leads directly to medical clinics and healthcare services in the neighbourhood.
Schools & educationExit 3 provides access to local schools and educational facilities for expat families.
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Transit Information
- Primary line
- Seoul Subway Line 9
- Transfers available
- No direct subway transfer inside the station
- Total exits
- 4
- Transit payment
- T-money works on Seoul subway and bus rides
Key Exits
- 1 Exit 1 — Bongeunsa residential streets and local services
- 2 Exit 2 — restaurants, shops, cafes, and bus stops
- 3 Exit 3 — clinics, schools, apartments, and daily services
- 4 Exit 4 — Gangnam-gu neighbourhood routes and commuter streets
Journey Times
- Journey Times Bongeunsa Station to Gangnam Station
- approximately 18 minutes
- Bongeunsa Station to Seoul Station
- approximately 45 minutes
- Bongeunsa Station
- approximately 90 minutes
- Bongeunsa Station to Gangnam Station
- approximately 18 minutes
- Exit at Gangnam Station
- approximately 18 minutes
First / Last Trains
First
approximately 5:20 AM
Last
approximately 12:00 AM
Neighbourhood Character
- Bongeunsa Station serves a practical residential, school, clinic, restaurant, shopping, bus, and commuter area . The station feels busiest during commute hours, school movement, lunch periods, clinic appointment times, shopping periods, and evening meal times . Nearby streets usually mix homes, offices or schools, clinics, restaurants, cafes, convenience stores, small shops, and bus stops .
- Families, students, office commuters, clinic visitors, teachers, long-term residents, service workers, tourists, and expats may use this area . Many choose Bongeunsa for transit access, practical errands, local meals, rent options, and trips toward Samseong Jungang and Sports Complex, Seoul Station, and Gangnam transfer routes . Bongeunsa Station is served by Line 9 in the Seoul subway network .
- Daily life often needs basic Korean, especially in older shops, clinics, schools, and housing searches . Larger chains, pharmacies, supermarkets, cafes, and transit-linked services can be easier for simple errands . Housing searches still need Korean help for deposits, maintenance fees, building age, road noise, rail noise, and lease terms .
Within Walking Distance
5-minute walk Convenience stores Cafes Local restaurants Neighbourhood shops Bus stops Pharmacies
10-minute walk Schools Clinics Markets Banks Restaurants Supermarkets
Rent Near This Station
Studio and one-room apartments within a 10-minute walk of Bongeunsa Station typically range from approximately 850,000 to 2,000,000 KRW per month.
FAQ
Which exit should I use for apartments, restaurants, clinics, and buses?
Use Exit 1 for residential streets and local services, Exit 2 for restaurants, shops, cafes, and bus stops, and Exit 3 for clinics, schools, apartments, and daily services. Bongeunsa Station has 4 mapped guide exits in this draft . Exit 4 leads toward neighbourhood routes and commuter streets .
What is the neighbourhood like around Bongeunsa Station?
Bongeunsa Station feels practical, local, and commuter-friendly, with homes, clinics, shops, buses, restaurants, cafes, and rail access nearby . The area gets busy during commute, school, clinic, shopping, and dinner periods . It suits residents who want daily services near transit .
How much does it cost to rent an apartment near Bongeunsa Station?
Studio and one-room apartments near Bongeunsa Station usually range from 850,000 to 2,000,000 KRW per month . Newer units and homes close to exits, schools, parks, main roads, or large commercial streets often cost more . Check deposit size, maintenance fees, road noise, rail noise, and walking route before signing .
How long does it take to get from Bongeunsa Station to Gangnam Station?
Bongeunsa Station to Gangnam Station takes approximately 18 minutes using Line 9 and transfer routes . The best route depends on train timing, transfer choice, and your final Gangnam exit . Travel time changes with transfer speed, crowding, and walking distance inside stations .
What international food and grocery options are near Bongeunsa Station?
Bongeunsa has useful local restaurant and grocery access, with broader international options usually found in larger nearby hubs or central districts . Residents can find Korean restaurants, cafes, bakeries, chains, supermarkets, casual dining, and some non-Korean meals nearby . Many expats use online delivery or nearby major districts for broader options .
Is the Bongeunsa area good for expat families?
Bongeunsa can work for expat families who value transit, clinics, supermarkets, schools, parks, local restaurants, and practical housing . The area may feel less international than Yongsan, Itaewon, Hongdae, or Gangnam . Families should compare school routes, rent, commute length, road noise, and Korean-language support before choosing housing .
What is the social scene like near Bongeunsa Station?
Bongeunsa Station has cafes, restaurants, gyms, clinics, shops, and casual local meeting places nearby . The social scene depends on nearby universities, offices, parks, or commercial streets . For stronger nightlife, many residents travel to Hongdae, Itaewon, Euljiro, Konkuk University, or Gangnam .
How does Bongeunsa Station compare to nearby stations?
Bongeunsa Station usually works best for local housing, errands, and daily commuting . Nearby transfer stations may offer more lines, bigger shopping areas, or stronger restaurant density . Compare walking distance, rent, transfers, schools, road noise, and late-night travel before choosing the area .
Businesses Near Bongeunsa Station
Bongeunsa Station sits in a high-footfall stretch of Gangnam-gu. EEIK's business directory is actively expanding here — expect bars, clubs, international restaurants, cafes, clinics, pharmacies, hotels, gyms, and English-friendly services as listings roll out.
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