Magok Station
마곡역
Line 5Office districtResidential towersLocal diningWest Seoul hub
Magok Station (마곡역) is a Line 5 stop in Gangseo-gu (구, district), Seoul, near office streets, residential towers, clinics, restaurants, cafes, local shops, buses, and west Seoul commuter routes. Expats use this area for commuting, housing searches, clinics, supermarkets, office work, local restaurants, buses, and Line 5 trips toward Gimpo Airport, Yeouido, Gongdeok, Gwanghwamun, and Gangnam transfer routes . Magok Station works as a west Seoul office and residential stop, Gangseo commuter base, and practical Line 5 station near Balsan and Songjeong .
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What should I do now?
Leaving Magok
Check direction: Gimpo Airport line (south) or Macheon line (north) before boarding.
Arriving in MagokExit 1 or 3 for office streets; Exit 2 for residential and shops.
Office district accessExit 1 serves main Magok business streets and corporate centers.
Clinics & healthcareExit 3 leads to local clinics, pharmacies, and medical services in Gangseo.
Bus connectionsExit 2 connects to west Seoul commuter and local bus routes.
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Transit Information
- Primary line
- Seoul Subway Line 5
- 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 — Magok office streets and local services
- 2 Exit 2 — residential towers, shops, and bus stops
- 3 Exit 3 — clinics, restaurants, cafes, and business routes
- 4 Exit 4 — Gangseo residential blocks and Magok business-district routes
Journey Times
- Journey Times Magok Station to Gangnam Station
- approximately 45 minutes
- Magok Station to Seoul Station
- approximately 38 minutes
- Magok Station
- approximately 65 minutes
- Magok Station to Gimpo Airport Station
- approximately 6 minutes
- Magok Station to Yeouido Station
- approximately 25 minutes
First / Last Trains
First
approximately 5:30 AM
Last
approximately 12:15 AM
Neighbourhood Character
- Magok Station serves an office, residential, clinic, restaurant, cafe, shopping, bus, and commuter area in Gangseo-gu . The station feels busy during commute hours, office lunch periods, clinic appointment times, local shopping periods, and evening dining times . Side streets mix office towers, residential towers, apartments, clinics, cafes, restaurants, supermarkets, convenience stores, hotels, small parks, and bus stops .
- Office workers, families, clinic visitors, students, airport workers, long-term residents, professionals, and expats use this area . Many choose Magok for Line 5 access, newer housing pockets, office proximity, Gangseo services, airport-side routes, and quick trips to Gimpo Airport, Yeouido, Gongdeok, Gwanghwamun, and Gangnam transfer routes . Magok Station serves Line 5 in Gangseo-gu, Seoul .
- Daily life can be easier here than in older residential pockets because many newer buildings, chains, clinics, restaurants, and offices sit nearby . Basic Korean still helps with smaller clinics, housing searches, repairs, delivery, and admin tasks . Housing searches need Korean help for deposits, maintenance fees, building age, parking, and lease terms .
Within Walking Distance
5-minute walk Convenience stores Cafes Local restaurants Small shops Banks
10-minute walk Pharmacies Clinics Diners Supermarkets Fitness centers Community library
Rent Near This Station
Studio and one-room apartments within a 10-minute walk of Magok Station typically range from approximately 700,000 to 1,500,000 KRW per month.
FAQ
Which exit should I use for offices, apartments, clinics, and buses?
Use Exit 1 for Magok office streets and local services, Exit 2 for residential towers, shops, and bus stops, and Exit 3 for clinics, restaurants, cafes, and business routes. Magok Station has 4 exits . Exit 4 leads toward Gangseo residential blocks and Magok business-district routes .
What is the neighbourhood like around Magok Station?
Magok Station feels office-planned, newer, practical, and commuter-friendly, with offices, apartments, clinics, shops, buses, restaurants, and Line 5 nearby . The area gets busy during commute, office lunch, clinic, shopping, and dinner periods . It suits residents who want Gangseo access with newer housing and office services nearby .
How much does it cost to rent an apartment near Magok Station?
Studio and one-room apartments near Magok Station usually range from 700,000 to 1,500,000 KRW per month . Newer units and homes close to exits, offices, clinics, or main roads often cost more . Check deposit size, maintenance fees, parking, road noise, and walking route before signing .
How long does it take to get from Magok Station to Gangnam Station?
Magok Station to Gangnam Station takes approximately 45 minutes on Line 5 and transfer routes toward Gangnam . Common routes may use Line 9, Airport Railroad, Line 2, or central transfers depending on train timing . Travel time changes with transfer speed, train timing, crowding, and final exit choice .
What international food and grocery options are near Magok Station?
Magok has useful office-area restaurant and grocery access, with broader options nearby in Balsan, Magoknaru, Gimpo Airport, Hongdae, and Itaewon . Residents can find Korean restaurants, cafes, bakeries, chains, business dining, supermarkets, casual dining, and some non-Korean meals nearby . Many expats use online delivery or nearby Hongdae and Itaewon for broader options .
Is the Magok area good for expat families?
Magok can work for expat families who value newer housing, clinics, supermarkets, buses, offices, airport-side routes, and Line 5 commuting . The area can feel more office-oriented than older neighbourhoods . Families should compare school routes, rent, commute length, road noise, and Korean-language support before choosing housing .
What is the social scene like near Magok Station?
Magok Station has cafes, restaurants, pubs, gyms, clinics, shops, and office-area meeting places nearby . The social scene feels more office, dining, and residential than nightlife-focused . For stronger nightlife, many residents travel to Balsan, Hongdae, Yeonnam, Itaewon, or Gangnam .
How does Magok Station compare to Balsan Station?
Magok Station feels newer, more office-planned, and more residential-tower focused than Balsan Station . Balsan gives stronger restaurant, clinic, and local commercial density . Magok usually works better for office access, newer housing, Line 5 commuting, and practical Gangseo-gu routines .
Businesses Near Magok Station
Magok Station sits in a high-footfall stretch of Gangseo-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.