Geumnamno 4-ga Station

금남로4가
Line 1 Dong-gu Gwangju Medium footfall
Line 1

Geumnamno 4-ga Station (금남로4가) is a Line 1 station in Dong-gu (구, district or local administrative area), Gwangju, near downtown shopping, old civic core, restaurants, and central streets . Expats use this area for housing searches, commuting, clinics, supermarkets, local meals, school routes, and trips toward Culture Complex, Gwangju Songjeong Station, Sangmu, Gwangju Airport, and downtown transfer routes . Geumnamno 4-ga Station works as a practical Gwangju Metro station area for daily life, local errands, and cross-city travel .

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Transit Information

Primary line
Gwangju Line 1
Transfers available
No direct subway transfer inside the station
Total exits
4
Transit payment
T-money works on Gwangju Metro and bus rides

Key Exits

  • 1 Exit 1 — Geumnamno 4-ga 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 — Dong-gu neighbourhood routes and commuter streets

Journey Times

First / Last Trains

First
approximately 5:00 AM

Last
approximately 11:40 PM

Neighbourhood Character

  • Geumnamno 4-ga Station serves a practical residential, school, clinic, restaurant, shopping, bus, and commuter area in Dong-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 Geumnamno 4-ga for Gwangju Metro access, practical errands, local meals, rent options, and trips toward Culture Complex, Gwangju Songjeong Station, Sangmu, Yangdong Market, Gwangju Airport, and Pyeongdong routes . Geumnamno 4-ga Station is served by Line 1 in the Gwangju Metro system .
  • 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
10-minute walk

Rent Near This Station

Studio and one-room apartments within a 10-minute walk of Geumnamno 4-ga Station typically range from approximately 300,000 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. Geumnamno 4-ga Station has 4 mapped guide exits in this draft . Exit 4 leads toward neighbourhood routes and commuter streets .

What is the neighbourhood like around Geumnamno 4-ga Station?

Geumnamno 4-ga 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 Gwangju Metro access .

How much does it cost to rent an apartment near Geumnamno 4-ga Station?

Studio and one-room apartments near Geumnamno 4-ga Station usually range from 300,000 to 1,000,000 KRW per month . Newer units and homes close to exits, schools, parks, main roads, large commercial streets, or transfer stations 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 Geumnamno 4-ga Station to Culture Complex Station?

Geumnamno 4-ga Station to Culture Complex Station takes approximately 5 to 30 minutes using Gwangju Metro Line 1 . The best route depends on train timing, service pattern, and your final Culture Complex exit . Travel time changes with transfer speed, crowding, and walking distance inside stations .

What international food and grocery options are near Geumnamno 4-ga Station?

Geumnamno 4-ga has useful local restaurant and grocery access, with broader international options usually found in larger hubs such as Sangmu, downtown Gwangju, university areas, or Gwangju Songjeong Station . 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 Geumnamno 4-ga area good for expat families?

Geumnamno 4-ga can work for expat families who value transit, clinics, supermarkets, schools, parks, local restaurants, and practical housing . The area may feel less international than Seoul, Busan's beach districts, or central Gwangju nightlife areas . Families should compare school routes, rent, commute length, road noise, and Korean-language support before choosing housing .

What is the social scene like near Geumnamno 4-ga Station?

Geumnamno 4-ga 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 Sangmu, Culture Complex, downtown Gwangju, or university districts .

How does Geumnamno 4-ga Station compare to nearby stations?

Geumnamno 4-ga Station usually works best for local housing, errands, and daily commuting . Nearby stations may offer stronger rail access, 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 Geumnamno 4-ga Station

Geumnamno 4-ga Station is in Dong-gu, a mixed residential and commercial pocket of Gwangju. EEIK's business directory is growing here — expect restaurants, cafes, pharmacies, hotels, and English-friendly services as listings come online.

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