Gubanpo Station
구반포
Line 9Residential hubLocal diningSchool routesClinic access
Gubanpo Station (구반포역) is a Line 9 station in Seocho-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 Dongjak and Sinbanpo, Seoul Station, and Gangnam transfer routes . Gubanpo Station works as a practical station for daily life, local errands, and cross-city travel .
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Leaving Gubanpo
Confirm direction toward Gimpo Airport (west) or VHS Medical Center (east) before boarding.
Arriving in GubanpoExit 1 for residential streets; Exit 2 for cafes and shops; Exit 3 for schools and clinics.
School routesUse Exit 3 for nearby schools and family-friendly residential paths in Seocho-gu.
Clinics and pharmaciesExit 3 accesses local clinics; Exit 4 for neighbourhood healthcare services.
Cafes and local mealsExit 2 leads to restaurant and cafe clusters popular with residents and commuters.
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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 — Gubanpo 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 — Seocho-gu neighbourhood routes and commuter streets
Journey Times
- Journey Times Gubanpo Station to Gangnam Station
- approximately 25 minutes
- Gubanpo Station to Seoul Station
- approximately 32 minutes
- Gubanpo Station
- approximately 80 minutes
- Gubanpo Station to Gangnam Station
- approximately 25 minutes
- Exit at Gangnam Station
- approximately 25 minutes
First / Last Trains
First
approximately 5:20 AM
Last
approximately 12:00 AM
Neighbourhood Character
- Gubanpo 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 Gubanpo for transit access, practical errands, local meals, rent options, and trips toward Dongjak and Sinbanpo, Seoul Station, and Gangnam transfer routes . Gubanpo 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 Bus stops Neighbourhood shops Residential apartments
10-minute walk Pharmacies Schools Clinics Parks Local supermarkets Banks
Rent Near This Station
Studio and one-room apartments within a 10-minute walk of Gubanpo Station typically range from approximately 750,000 to 1,600,000 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. Gubanpo Station has 4 mapped guide exits in this draft . Exit 4 leads toward neighbourhood routes and commuter streets .
What is the neighbourhood like around Gubanpo Station?
Gubanpo 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 Gubanpo Station?
Studio and one-room apartments near Gubanpo Station usually range from 750,000 to 1,600,000 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 Gubanpo Station to Gangnam Station?
Gubanpo Station to Gangnam Station takes approximately 25 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 Gubanpo Station?
Gubanpo 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 Gubanpo area good for expat families?
Gubanpo 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 Gubanpo Station?
Gubanpo 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 Gubanpo Station compare to nearby stations?
Gubanpo 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 Gubanpo Station
Gubanpo Station is in Seocho-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.