Samgakji Station
삼각지역
Line 4Line 6 TransferDining HubMedical ServicesResidential Core
Samgakji Station (삼각지역) is a Line 4 and Line 6 transfer stop in Yongsan-gu (구, district), Seoul, near restaurants, offices, clinics, buses, residential streets, War Memorial-side routes, and central Yongsan access. Expats use this area for commuting, Yongsan housing searches, restaurants, clinics, Seoul Station access, Itaewon-side routes, buses, and subway trips toward Myeongdong, Sadang, Dongmyo, Gongdeok, and Gangnam . Samgakji Station works as a central Yongsan transfer stop, restaurant-area connector, and practical base between Seoul Station, Itaewon, and Yongsan Station .
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Leaving Samgakji
Check direction signs for Line 4 northbound (Danggogae) or southbound (Sadang) before boarding.
Arriving in SamgakjiExit 1 or 2 for restaurants; Exit 3 for clinics and shops; Exit 4 for War Memorial area.
Local RestaurantsExit 1 opens directly to Samgakji restaurant strip—Korean, Chinese, and office-lunch spots.
Medical ClinicsExit 3 provides fast access to dental, general, and specialist clinics along Samgakji-ro.
Bus Transfer HubExit 3 connects to major bus stops for War Memorial, Seoul Station, and Itaewon routes.
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Transit Information
- Primary line
- Seoul Subway Line 4
- 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 — Samgakji restaurants and local services
- 2 Exit 2 — Yongsan residential and office streets
- 3 Exit 3 — clinics, shops, and bus stops
- 4 Exit 4 — War Memorial-side routes and central Yongsan streets
Journey Times
- Journey Times Samgakji Station to Gangnam Station
- approximately 28 minutes
- Samgakji Station to Seoul Station
- approximately 4 minutes
- Samgakji Station
- approximately 65 minutes
- Samgakji Station to Itaewon Station
- approximately 4 minutes
- Samgakji Station to Myeongdong Station
- approximately 8 minutes
First / Last Trains
First
approximately 5:30 AM
Last
approximately 12:20 AM
Neighbourhood Character
- Samgakji Station serves a transfer, restaurant, office, residential, clinic, bus, and commuter area in Yongsan-gu . The station feels busy during commute hours, lunch periods, dinner periods, clinic appointment times, weekend museum movement, and evening restaurant movement . Side streets mix restaurants, cafes, offices, villas, apartments, clinics, convenience stores, bus stops, and central Yongsan roads .
- Office workers, soldiers and veterans visiting nearby sites, museum visitors, clinic visitors, restaurant customers, long-term residents, professionals, and expats use this area . Many choose Samgakji for Line 4 and Line 6 access, Yongsan location, Seoul Station access, Itaewon proximity, and quick trips to Myeongdong, Gongdeok, Dongmyo, Yongsan Station, and Gangnam . Samgakji Station serves Line 4 and Line 6 in Yongsan-gu, Seoul .
- Daily life needs basic Korean, but Yongsan and Itaewon-side services can be easier than many local districts . Cafes, pharmacies, clinics, gyms, banks, restaurants, convenience stores, small supermarkets, offices, and residential blocks sit near the station . Housing searches still need Korean help for deposits, maintenance fees, building age, and lease terms .
Within Walking Distance
5-minute walk Convenience stores Lunch restaurants Office cafes Pharmacies Banks Clinics
10-minute walk General hospitals Office buildings Supermarkets War Memorial Park Major bus terminals Residential apartments
Rent Near This Station
Studio and one-room apartments within a 10-minute walk of Samgakji Station typically range from approximately 750,000 to 1,600,000 KRW per month.
FAQ
Which exit should I use for restaurants, offices, clinics, and buses?
Use Exit 1 for Samgakji restaurants and local services, Exit 2 for Yongsan residential and office streets, and Exit 3 for clinics, shops, and bus stops. Samgakji Station has 4 exits . Exit 4 leads toward War Memorial-side routes and central Yongsan streets .
What is the neighbourhood like around Samgakji Station?
Samgakji Station feels central, practical, restaurant-focused, residential, and transfer-friendly, with offices, clinics, buses, Line 4, and Line 6 nearby . The area gets busy during commute, lunch, dinner, clinic, weekend, and evening periods . It suits residents who want Yongsan access without being directly in Itaewon nightlife .
How much does it cost to rent an apartment near Samgakji Station?
Studio and one-room apartments near Samgakji Station usually range from 750,000 to 1,600,000 KRW per month . Newer officetel units and homes close to exits, two subway lines, or Itaewon-side routes often cost more . Check deposit size, maintenance fees, road noise, building age, and walking route before signing .
How long does it take to get from Samgakji Station to Gangnam Station?
Samgakji Station to Gangnam Station takes approximately 28 minutes on Line 4 and Line 2, with a transfer at Sadang Station . This route works for Gangnam office, clinic, shopping, and evening trips . Travel time changes with transfer speed, train timing, crowding, and final exit choice .
What international food and grocery options are near Samgakji Station?
Samgakji has useful restaurant and grocery access, with broader international options nearby in Itaewon, Hannam, Yongsan, Myeongdong, and Gangnam . Residents can find Korean restaurants, cafes, bakeries, chains, casual dining, and some non-Korean meals nearby . Many expats use nearby Itaewon and Hannam for broader international groceries and dining .
Is the Samgakji area good for expat families?
Samgakji can work for expat families who value central access, clinics, restaurants, buses, Yongsan services, Seoul Station access, and two subway lines . The area can be busy and more expensive than outer Seoul districts . Families should compare school routes, rent, road noise, building age, and Korean-language support before choosing housing .
What is the social scene like near Samgakji Station?
Samgakji Station has cafes, restaurants, small pubs, gyms, clinics, and casual local meeting places nearby . The social scene feels more food-focused and local than Itaewon nightlife . For stronger nightlife, many residents travel to Itaewon, Hannam, Hongdae, Euljiro, or Gangnam .
How does Samgakji Station compare to Itaewon Station?
Samgakji Station feels more practical, residential, and transfer-focused than Itaewon Station . Itaewon gives stronger international dining, nightlife, and expat social movement . Samgakji usually works better for Seoul Station access, Line 4 access, Yongsan routines, and quieter living near Itaewon .
Businesses Near Samgakji Station
Samgakji Station sits in a high-footfall stretch of Yongsan-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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