Guil Station
Guil Station (구일역) is a Line 1 stop in Guro-gu (구, district), Seoul, near Anyangcheon, apartment blocks, local restaurants, bus routes, Gocheok-side access, and southwest Seoul commuter areas. Expats use this area for lower-cost housing, commuting, riverside walks, local shopping, clinics, gyms, restaurants, and Line 1 access toward Guro, Yeongdeungpo, and Seoul Station . Guil Station works as a southwest Seoul residential stop, Anyangcheon access point, and practical Line 1 commuter base .
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What should I do now?
Check direction: inbound toward Seoul Station or outbound toward Gwangmyeong.
Arriving in GuilExit 1 or 2 for apartment blocks; Exit 3 for bus transfers and restaurants.
Anyangcheon WalkExit 1 leads directly to riverside path, ideal for morning walks and jogging.
Affordable housingExit 2 accesses Guro apartment complexes with lower rents than central Seoul.
Bus transfersExit 3 connects to local and express bus routes across southwest Seoul.
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Transit Information
- Primary line
- Seoul Subway Line 1
- 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 — Anyangcheon and residential streets
- 2 Exit 2 — Guro apartment blocks and local services
- 3 Exit 3 — bus transfer and local restaurants
- 4 Exit 4 — Gocheok and stadium direction
Journey Times
- Journey Times Guil Station to Gangnam Station
- approximately 45 minutes
- Guil Station to Seoul Station
- approximately 22 minutes
- Guil Station
- approximately 75 minutes
- Guil Station to Guro Station
- approximately 2 minutes
- Guil Station to Yeongdeungpo Station
- approximately 6 minutes
First / Last Trains
First
approximately 5:30 AM
Last
approximately 12:30 AM
Neighbourhood Character
- Guil Station serves a residential, riverside, commuter, bus-connected, restaurant, and local-service area in Guro-gu . The station feels busiest during commute hours, local meal periods, weekend river walks, and event movement toward Gocheok-side venues . Side streets mix apartment blocks, older villas, small restaurants, cafes, clinics, convenience stores, and practical daily services .
- Office commuters, families, students, teachers, service workers, sports-event visitors, and expats use this area . Many choose Guil for lower rent than central Seoul, Line 1 access, Anyangcheon paths, and quick trips to Guro, Sindorim, Yeongdeungpo, and Seoul Station . Guil Station serves Line 1 in Guro-gu, Seoul .
- Daily life needs basic Korean, though larger chains, clinics, and station-area services can be easier . Cafes, pharmacies, clinics, gyms, banks, restaurants, convenience stores, supermarkets, and apartment blocks sit near the station . Housing searches still need Korean help for deposits, maintenance fees, and lease terms .
Within Walking Distance
5-minute walkRent Near This Station
Studio and one-room apartments within a 10-minute walk of Guil Station typically range from approximately 450,000 to 950,000 KRW per month.
FAQ
Which exit should I use for Anyangcheon, apartments, and Gocheok access?
Use Exit 1 for Anyangcheon and residential streets, Exit 2 for Guro apartment blocks and local services, and Exit 4 for the Gocheok and stadium direction. Guil Station has 4 exits . Exit 3 leads toward bus transfer and local restaurants .
What is the neighbourhood like around Guil Station?
Guil Station feels residential, practical, riverside, and commuter-friendly, with apartments, restaurants, clinics, buses, Anyangcheon access, and Line 1 nearby . The area feels quieter than Guro or Sindorim . It suits residents who want lower rent and straightforward southwest Seoul access .
How much does it cost to rent an apartment near Guil Station?
Studio and one-room apartments near Guil Station usually range from 450,000 to 950,000 KRW per month . Newer officetel units and homes close to exits, apartment complexes, or river paths 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 Guil Station to Gangnam Station?
Guil Station to Gangnam Station takes approximately 45 minutes on Line 1 and Line 2, with one transfer at Sindorim Station . This route works for Gangnam access, but it is longer than living near Line 2 stations . Travel time changes with transfer speed, train spacing, crowding, and final exit choice .
What international food and grocery options are near Guil Station?
Guil has useful local restaurant and grocery access, but international grocery choices feel limited compared with Itaewon, Hannam, or Hongdae . Residents can find Korean restaurants, cafes, chains, bakeries, supermarkets, and some non-Korean meals nearby . Many expats use online delivery or nearby Sindorim, Guro, and Yeongdeungpo for broader options .
Is the Guil area good for expat families?
Guil can work for expat families who value lower rent, apartments, river paths, clinics, supermarkets, buses, restaurants, and Line 1 commuting . The area can feel less international than central Seoul or Yongsan . Families should compare school routes, commute times, river access, road noise, and Korean-language support before choosing housing .
What is the social scene like near Guil Station?
Guil Station has restaurants, cafes, gyms, pubs, riverside paths, and casual local meeting places nearby . The social scene feels more residential and local than nightlife-focused . For stronger nightlife, many residents travel to Sindorim, Yeongdeungpo, Hongdae, Itaewon, or Gangnam .
How does Guil Station compare to Guro Station?
Guil Station feels quieter, more residential, and more river-adjacent than Guro Station . Guro gives stronger rail movement, commercial services, and broader bus connections . Guil usually works better for calmer housing, Anyangcheon access, and lower-key Line 1 commuting .
Businesses Near Guil Station
Guil Station is in Guro-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.