Boramae Station
보라매
Line 7Residential hubLocal diningSchool zoneCommuter routes
Boramae Station (보라매역) is a Line 7, Sillim Line station in Dongjak-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 Sindaebangsamgeori and Sillim Line routes, Seoul Station, and Gangnam transfer routes . Boramae Station works as a practical station for daily life, local errands, and cross-city travel .
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Leaving Boramae
Check Line 7 direction: Jangam (northbound) or Bupyeong-gu Office (southbound) before boarding.
Arriving in BoramaeExit 1 or 3 for residential areas; Exit 2 for restaurants and cafes; Exit 4 for local services.
Schools & clinicsUse Exit 3 for nearby schools, medical clinics, and apartment access in residential zone.
Local restaurantsExit 2 connects to neighbourhood dining, cafes, and small shops on main streets.
Bus connectionsExit 2 provides access to local and cross-city bus stops for Sindaebangsamgeori and Gangnam routes.
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Transit Information
- Primary line
- Seoul Subway Line 7
- 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 — Boramae 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 — Dongjak-gu neighbourhood routes and commuter streets
Journey Times
- Journey Times Boramae Station to Gangnam Station
- approximately 35 minutes
- Boramae Station to Seoul Station
- approximately 38 minutes
- Boramae Station
- approximately 88 minutes
- Boramae Station to Gangnam Station
- approximately 35 minutes
- Exit at Gangnam Station
- approximately 35 minutes
First / Last Trains
First
approximately 5:20 AM
Last
approximately 12:00 AM
Neighbourhood Character
- Boramae 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 Boramae for transit access, practical errands, local meals, rent options, and trips toward Sindaebangsamgeori and Sillim Line routes, Seoul Station, and Gangnam transfer routes . Boramae Station is served by Line 7, Sillim Line 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 Pharmacies Neighbourhood shops Bus stops
10-minute walk Medical clinics Schools Local market Banks Apartment complexes Small parks
Rent Near This Station
Studio and one-room apartments within a 10-minute walk of Boramae Station typically range from approximately 600,000 to 1,250,000 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. Boramae Station has 4 mapped guide exits in this draft . Exit 4 leads toward neighbourhood routes and commuter streets .
What is the neighbourhood like around Boramae Station?
Boramae 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 Boramae Station?
Studio and one-room apartments near Boramae Station usually range from 600,000 to 1,250,000 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 Boramae Station to Gangnam Station?
Boramae Station to Gangnam Station takes approximately 35 minutes using Line 7, Sillim Line 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 Boramae Station?
Boramae 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 Boramae area good for expat families?
Boramae 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 Boramae Station?
Boramae 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 Boramae Station compare to nearby stations?
Boramae 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 Boramae Station
Boramae Station sits in a high-footfall stretch of Dongjak-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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