Gyodae Station
교대
Line 2Residential hubSchool accessClinic-dense
Gyodae Station (교대역) is a Line 2, Line 3 station page in Seocho-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 Gangnam, Seocho, Nambu Bus Terminal, Express Bus Terminal, and Yangjae . Gyodae Station works as a transfer, office, court-area, education, and Gangnam-adjacent station area with practical access for daily life in Seoul .
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What should I do now?
Leaving Gyodae
Check direction: Jamsil side or Gangnam side based on your commute route.
Arriving in GyodaeUse Exit 1 for residential streets; Exit 2 for shops and cafes; Exit 3 for clinics and schools.
School routesExit 3 leads to main school cluster and student housing in Seocho-gu.
Medical clinicsExit 3 area; dense cluster of dental, family medicine, and paediatric clinics nearby.
Bus terminal accessTransfer here for routes to Nambu Bus Terminal, Express Bus Terminal, and Yangjae.
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Transit Information
- Primary line
- Seoul Subway Line 2
- 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 — Gyodae 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 Gyodae Station to Gangnam Station
- approximately 6 minutes
- Gyodae Station to Seoul Station
- approximately 35 minutes
- Gyodae Station
- approximately 85 minutes
- Gyodae Station to Gangnam Station
- approximately 6 minutes
- Exit at Gangnam Station
- approximately 6 minutes
First / Last Trains
First
approximately 5:20 AM
Last
approximately 12:00 AM
Neighbourhood Character
- Gyodae Station serves a transfer, office, court-area, education, and Gangnam-adjacent area in Seocho-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 Gyodae for transit access, practical errands, local meals, rent options, and trips toward Gangnam, Seocho, Nambu Bus Terminal, Express Bus Terminal, and Yangjae . Gyodae Station is served by Line 2, Line 3 in 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 and bakeries Local restaurants Street shops Banks and ATMs Pharmacies
10-minute walk Schools Medical clinics Apartment complexes Local markets Small parks Dining variety
Rent Near This Station
Studio and one-room apartments within a 10-minute walk of Gyodae Station typically range from approximately 850,000 to 1,800,000 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. Gyodae Station has 4 mapped guide exits in this draft . Exit 4 leads toward neighbourhood routes and commuter streets .
What is the neighbourhood like around Gyodae Station?
Gyodae 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 Gyodae Station?
Studio and one-room apartments near Gyodae Station usually range from 850,000 to 1,800,000 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 Gyodae Station to Gangnam Station?
Gyodae Station to Gangnam Station takes approximately 6 minutes using Line 2, Line 3 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 Gyodae Station?
Gyodae 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 Gyodae area good for expat families?
Gyodae 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 Gyodae Station?
Gyodae 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 Gyodae Station compare to nearby stations?
Gyodae 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 Gyodae Station
Gyodae Station sits in a high-footfall stretch of Seocho-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.
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