Gaehwasan Station
개화산
Line 5Residential AreaAirport AccessLocal DiningFamily-Friendly
Gaehwasan Station (개화산역) is a Line 5 station in Gangseo-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 Banghwa and Gimpo Airport, Seoul Station, and Gangnam transfer routes . Gaehwasan Station works as a airport-side residential and park station with practical access for daily life in Seoul .
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Leaving Gaehwasan
Check direction: Banghwa west or Macheon east for your Line 5 connection.
Arriving in GaehwasanExit 1 or 2 for residential areas and local shops; Exit 3 for schools and clinics.
Airport RoutesExit 2 connects to bus stops for Gimpo Airport and regional commuter routes.
Local ClinicsExit 3 serves neighborhood clinics and medical facilities for daily healthcare.
Schools & ParksExit 3 and 4 near local schools and residential family amenities.
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Transit Information
- Primary line
- Seoul Subway Line 5
- 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 — Gaehwasan 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 — Gangseo-gu neighbourhood routes and commuter streets
Journey Times
- Journey Times Gaehwasan Station to Gangnam Station
- approximately 50 minutes
- Gaehwasan Station to Seoul Station
- approximately 42 minutes
- Gaehwasan Station
- approximately 65 minutes
- Gaehwasan Station to Gangnam Station
- approximately 50 minutes
- Exit at Gangnam Station
- approximately 50 minutes
First / Last Trains
First
approximately 5:20 AM
Last
approximately 12:00 AM
Neighbourhood Character
- Gaehwasan Station serves a airport-side residential and park area in Gangseo-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 Gaehwasan for transit access, practical errands, local meals, rent options, and trips toward Banghwa and Gimpo Airport, Seoul Station, and Gangnam transfer routes . Gaehwasan Station is served by Line 5 in Gangseo-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 walk Convenience stores Cafes Local restaurants Apartment complexes Neighborhood shops Bus stops
10-minute walk Pharmacies Schools Local parks Medical clinics Street markets Fitness centers
Rent Near This Station
Studio and one-room apartments within a 10-minute walk of Gaehwasan Station typically range from approximately 500,000 to 1,000,000 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. Gaehwasan Station has 4 mapped guide exits in this draft . Exit 4 leads toward Gangseo-gu neighbourhood routes and commuter streets .
What is the neighbourhood like around Gaehwasan Station?
Gaehwasan 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 Gaehwasan Station?
Studio and one-room apartments near Gaehwasan Station usually range from 500,000 to 1,000,000 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 Gaehwasan Station to Gangnam Station?
Gaehwasan Station to Gangnam Station takes approximately 50 minutes using Line 5 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 Gaehwasan Station?
Gaehwasan 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 Gaehwasan area good for expat families?
Gaehwasan 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 Gaehwasan Station?
Gaehwasan 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 Gaehwasan Station compare to nearby stations?
Gaehwasan 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 Gaehwasan Station
Gaehwasan Station is in Gangseo-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.
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