Hakdong Station

학동역
Line 7 Gangnam-gu Seoul High footfall
Line 7Medical HubDesign DistrictOffice & DiningResidential Area

Hakdong Station (학동역) is a Line 7 stop in Gangnam-gu (구, district), Seoul, near clinics, offices, restaurants, cafes, furniture and design streets, villas, apartments, and Nonhyeon-side streets. Expats use this area for commuting, clinics, housing, restaurants, gyms, beauty services, offices, and Line 7 access toward Nonhyeon, Gangnam-gu Office, Cheongdam, and Express Bus Terminal . Hakdong Station works as a Gangnam clinic and office stop, design-street connector, and practical Line 7 commuter base .

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Transit Information

Primary line
Seoul Subway Line 7
Transfers available
No direct subway transfer inside the station
Total exits
5
Transit payment
T-money works on Seoul subway and bus rides

Key Exits

  • 1 Exit 1 — Hakdong office and clinic streets
  • 3 Exit 3 — restaurants, cafes, and local services
  • 6 Exit 6 — Nonhyeon and Gangnam-daero direction
  • 8 Exit 8 — residential and local business streets
  • 10 Exit 10 — furniture, design, and residential streets

Journey Times

Journey Times Hakdong Station to Gangnam Station
approximately 15 minutes
Hakdong Station to Seoul Station
approximately 35 minutes
Hakdong Station
approximately 85 minutes
Hakdong Station to Nonhyeon Station
approximately 2 minutes
Hakdong Station to Gangnam Station
approximately 15 minutes

First / Last Trains

First
approximately 5:30 AM

Last
approximately 12:30 AM

Neighbourhood Character

  • Hakdong Station serves an office, clinic, restaurant, design, residential, and commuter area in Gangnam-gu . The station feels busy during commute hours, clinic appointment times, lunch periods, and evening restaurant movement . Side streets mix offices, dermatology and dental clinics, cafes, restaurants, furniture showrooms, design shops, villas, apartments, and local services .
  • Office workers, clinic visitors, designers, beauty-service customers, restaurant workers, professionals, residents, and expats use this area . Many choose Hakdong for Gangnam access, Line 7 movement, clinic access, quieter housing pockets, and quick trips to Nonhyeon, Cheongdam, Gangnam-gu Office, and Express Bus Terminal . Hakdong Station serves Line 7 in Gangnam-gu, Seoul .
  • Daily life works with basic Korean, though English support can appear near clinics, premium services, larger chains, hotels, and Gangnam-facing businesses . Cafes, pharmacies, clinics, gyms, banks, restaurants, convenience stores, supermarkets, design shops, 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 walk
Convenience stores Cafes Casual restaurants Pharmacies Local shops Banks
10-minute walk
Medical clinics Fitness centers Office buildings Design furniture Dining variety Local markets

Rent Near This Station

Studio and one-room apartments within a 10-minute walk of Hakdong Station typically range from approximately 900,000 to 2,000,000 KRW per month.

FAQ

Which exit should I use for clinics, offices, and design streets?

Use Exit 1 for Hakdong office and clinic streets, Exit 3 for restaurants, cafes, and local services, and Exit 10 for furniture, design, and residential streets. Hakdong Station has 10 exits . Exit 6 leads toward Nonhyeon and Gangnam-daero direction .

What is the neighbourhood like around Hakdong Station?

Hakdong Station feels office-focused, clinic-heavy, practical, and residential in pockets, with restaurants, cafes, design shops, villas, apartments, and Line 7 nearby . The area gets busy during commute, clinic, lunch, and dinner hours . It suits residents who want Gangnam access without living directly at Gangnam Station .

How much does it cost to rent an apartment near Hakdong Station?

Studio and one-room apartments near Hakdong Station usually range from 900,000 to 2,000,000 KRW per month . Newer units and homes close to clinics, offices, Nonhyeon, or Cheongdam often cost more . Check deposit size, maintenance fees, road noise, clinic traffic, and walking route before signing .

How long does it take to get from Hakdong Station to Gangnam Station?

Hakdong Station to Gangnam Station takes approximately 15 minutes by nearby subway routes, often using Line 7 plus a transfer through Gangnam-gu Office and Seolleung . This route works for Gangnam office, shopping, clinic, and evening trips . Travel time changes with transfer speed, train spacing, and final exit choice .

What international food and grocery options are near Hakdong Station?

Hakdong has useful restaurant and cafe access, with broader options near Nonhyeon, Gangnam, Cheongdam, and Sinsa . Residents can find Korean restaurants, cafes, bakeries, chains, supermarkets, office dining, and some non-Korean meals nearby . Many expats use online delivery or nearby Gangnam, Itaewon, and COEX for broader grocery options .

Is the Hakdong area good for expat families?

Hakdong can work for expat families who value Gangnam access, clinics, restaurants, supermarkets, transit, and quieter residential pockets . The area can be expensive and traffic-heavy near main roads . Families should compare school routes, rent, road noise, clinic traffic, and Korean-language support before choosing housing .

What is the social scene like near Hakdong Station?

Hakdong Station has cafes, restaurants, small pubs, gyms, clinics, design shops, and casual meeting places nearby . The social scene feels more office, clinic, and local-dining focused than nightlife-focused . For stronger nightlife, many residents travel to Nonhyeon, Sinnonhyeon, Gangnam, Itaewon, or Seongsu .

How does Hakdong Station compare to Nonhyeon Station?

Hakdong Station feels more clinic, office, residential, and design-street focused than Nonhyeon Station . Nonhyeon gives stronger Gangnam-daero, restaurant, and nightlife-adjacent access . Hakdong usually works better for calmer Gangnam housing, clinic visits, design shops, and Line 7 commuting .

Businesses Near Hakdong Station

Hakdong Station sits in a high-footfall stretch of Gangnam-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.

Adjacent Stations on Line 7

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