Dolgoji Station
Dolgoji Station (돌곶이역) is a Line 6 station in Seongbuk-gu (구, district), 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 Sangwolgok and Seokgye, Seoul Station, and Gangnam transfer routes . Dolgoji Station works as a residential and local commuter station with practical access for daily life in Seoul .
Platform View
Estimated live arrival visual based on live subway arrival data
Actual platform screens should be checked before boarding. Data refreshes every 60 seconds.
What should I do now?
Check if heading toward Eungam (westbound) or Bonghwasan (eastbound) before boarding.
Arriving in DolgojiExit 1 or 2 for residential streets and local shops. Exit 3 for schools and clinics.
Apartment SearchExit 1 or 4 to browse Seongbuk-gu residential streets and apartment buildings nearby.
Schools & ClinicsExit 3 serves the education and medical clinic area for expat families.
Local DiningExit 2 has restaurants, cafes, and street food near bus stops and shops.
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Transit Information
- Primary line
- Seoul Subway Line 6
- 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 — Dolgoji 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 — Seongbuk-gu neighbourhood routes and commuter streets
Journey Times
- Journey Times Dolgoji Station to Gangnam Station
- approximately 48 minutes
- Dolgoji Station to Seoul Station
- approximately 35 minutes
- Dolgoji Station
- approximately 90 minutes
- Dolgoji Station to Gangnam Station
- approximately 48 minutes
- Exit at Gangnam Station
- approximately 48 minutes
First / Last Trains
First
approximately 5:20 AM
Last
approximately 12:00 AM
Neighbourhood Character
- Dolgoji Station serves a residential and local commuter area in Seongbuk-gu . 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 Dolgoji for transit access, practical errands, local meals, rent options, and trips toward Sangwolgok and Seokgye, Seoul Station, and Gangnam transfer routes . Dolgoji Station is served by Line 6 in Seongbuk-gu, Seoul .
- 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 walkRent Near This Station
Studio and one-room apartments within a 10-minute walk of Dolgoji Station typically range from approximately 500,000 to 1,050,000 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. Dolgoji Station has 4 mapped guide exits in this draft . Exit 4 leads toward Seongbuk-gu neighbourhood routes and commuter streets .
What is the neighbourhood like around Dolgoji Station?
Dolgoji 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 Dolgoji Station?
Studio and one-room apartments near Dolgoji Station usually range from 500,000 to 1,050,000 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 Dolgoji Station to Gangnam Station?
Dolgoji Station to Gangnam Station takes approximately 48 minutes using Line 6 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 Dolgoji Station?
Dolgoji 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 Dolgoji area good for expat families?
Dolgoji 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 Dolgoji Station?
Dolgoji 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 Dolgoji Station compare to nearby stations?
Dolgoji 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 Dolgoji Station
Dolgoji Station is in Seongbuk-gu, a mixed residential and commercial pocket of Seoul. EEIK's business directory is growing here — expect restaurants, cafes, pharmacies, hotels, and English-friendly services as listings come online.