Guro Station
Guro Station (구로역) is a Line 1 stop in Guro-gu (구, district), Seoul, near residential streets, apartments, shopping areas, clinics, offices, restaurants, bus routes, and west Seoul commuter corridors. Expats use this area for lower-cost housing, commuting, shopping, clinics, local restaurants, supermarkets, gyms, and Line 1 trips toward Yeongdeungpo, Seoul Station, Sindorim, and Incheon-side routes . Guro Station works as a west Seoul commuter hub, Guro residential connector, and practical base near Sindorim and Guro Digital Complex .
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Arriving in GuroExit 1 or 4 for apartments; Exit 2 for shops and restaurants; Exit 3 for clinics.
Local ShoppingExit 2 for supermarkets and street vendors; practical for daily groceries and supplies.
Apartment AreasExits 1 and 4 access residential blocks; affordable expat housing near Line 1 access.
Clinics & HealthcareExit 3 for neighbourhood clinics and medical offices; common expat healthcare stop.
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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 — Guro residential and apartment streets
- 2 Exit 2 — shopping, restaurants, and local services
- 3 Exit 3 — clinics, offices, and bus stops
- 4 Exit 4 — Guro business and commercial streets
Journey Times
- Journey Times Guro Station to Gangnam Station
- approximately 35 minutes
- Guro Station to Seoul Station
- approximately 20 minutes
- Guro Station
- approximately 75 minutes
- Guro Station to Sindorim Station
- approximately 2 minutes
- Guro Station to Yeongdeungpo Station
- approximately 5 minutes
First / Last Trains
First
approximately 5:10 AM
Last
approximately 12:20 AM
Neighbourhood Character
- Guro Station serves a residential, shopping, office, clinic, restaurant, rail-junction, and commuter area in Guro-gu . The station feels busy during commute hours, shopping periods, lunch times, clinic appointment periods, and evening movement around restaurants and buses . Side streets mix apartment complexes, villas, shops, clinics, cafes, restaurants, offices, supermarkets, bus stops, and daily services .
- Families, office commuters, factory and logistics workers, clinic visitors, students, service workers, long-term residents, and expats use this area . Many choose Guro for lower rent than central Seoul, Line 1 access, western Seoul commuting, shopping, and quick trips to Sindorim, Yeongdeungpo, Seoul Station, and Gasan Digital Complex . Guro Station serves Line 1 in Guro-gu, Seoul .
- Daily life needs basic Korean, though larger chains, clinics, shopping areas, and commuter-facing services can be easier . Cafes, pharmacies, clinics, gyms, banks, restaurants, convenience stores, supermarkets, and residential 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 Guro Station typically range from approximately 500,000 to 1,050,000 KRW per month.
FAQ
Which exit should I use for apartments, shopping, clinics, and offices?
Use Exit 1 for Guro residential and apartment streets, Exit 2 for shopping, restaurants, and local services, and Exit 3 for clinics, offices, and bus stops. Guro Station has 4 exits . Exit 4 leads toward Guro business and commercial streets .
What is the neighbourhood like around Guro Station?
Guro Station feels practical, commuter-heavy, residential, and service-focused, with apartments, shops, clinics, offices, buses, restaurants, and Line 1 nearby . The area gets busy during commute, lunch, shopping, and dinner periods . It suits residents who want lower-cost west Seoul housing with central rail access .
How much does it cost to rent an apartment near Guro Station?
Studio and one-room apartments near Guro Station usually range from 500,000 to 1,050,000 KRW per month . Newer officetel units and homes close to exits, shopping, or main roads often cost more . Check deposit size, maintenance fees, rail noise, road noise, and walking route before signing .
How long does it take to get from Guro Station to Gangnam Station?
Guro Station to Gangnam Station takes approximately 35 minutes on Line 1 and Line 2, with one transfer at Sindorim Station . This route works for Gangnam access, but transfer crowding can be high during commute periods . Travel time changes with transfer speed, train type, crowding, and final exit choice .
What international food and grocery options are near Guro Station?
Guro has useful local restaurant and grocery access, with broader options nearby in Daerim, Gasan Digital Complex, Sindorim, Yeongdeungpo, and Hongdae . Residents can find Korean restaurants, cafes, bakeries, chains, supermarkets, casual dining, and some non-Korean meals nearby . Many expats use online delivery or nearby Daerim and Itaewon for broader options .
Is the Guro area good for expat families?
Guro can work for expat families who value lower rent, apartments, supermarkets, clinics, schools, shopping, and Line 1 commuting . The area can feel busier, more rail-focused, and less international than central Seoul expat zones . Families should compare school routes, rent, rail noise, road crossings, and Korean-language support before choosing housing .
What is the social scene like near Guro Station?
Guro Station has cafes, restaurants, small pubs, gyms, clinics, shopping streets, and casual local meeting places nearby . The social scene feels more workday, residential, and neighbourhood-focused than nightlife-focused . For stronger nightlife, many residents travel to Sindorim, Hongdae, Itaewon, Yeongdeungpo, or Gangnam .
How does Guro Station compare to Sindorim Station?
Guro Station feels more residential, local, and Line 1-focused than Sindorim Station . Sindorim gives stronger Line 2 access, larger transfer movement, and mall access . Guro usually works better for lower-cost housing, Line 1 commuting, local shopping, and west Seoul residential routines .
Businesses Near Guro Station
Guro Station sits in a high-footfall stretch of Guro-gu. EEIK's business directory is actively expanding here — expect bars, clubs, international restaurants, cafes, clinics, pharmacies, hotels, gyms, and English-friendly services as listings roll out.