Singeumho Station

신금호
Line 5 Seongdong-gu Seoul Medium footfall
Line 5Residential hubLocal diningHillside commuteFamily-friendly

Singeumho Station (신금호역) is a Line 5 station in Seongdong-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 Haengdang and Cheonggu, Seoul Station, and Gangnam transfer routes . Singeumho Station works as a hillside residential and commuter station with practical access for daily life in Seoul .

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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 — Singeumho 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 — Seongdong-gu neighbourhood routes and commuter streets

Journey Times

Journey Times Singeumho Station to Gangnam Station
approximately 32 minutes
Singeumho Station to Seoul Station
approximately 24 minutes
Singeumho Station
approximately 80 minutes
Singeumho Station to Gangnam Station
approximately 32 minutes
Exit at Gangnam Station
approximately 32 minutes

First / Last Trains

First
approximately 5:20 AM

Last
approximately 12:00 AM

Neighbourhood Character

  • Singeumho Station serves a hillside residential and commuter area in Seongdong-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 Singeumho for transit access, practical errands, local meals, rent options, and trips toward Haengdang and Cheonggu, Seoul Station, and Gangnam transfer routes . Singeumho Station is served by Line 5 in Seongdong-gu, 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 Casual eateries Bus stops Local shops Neighbourhood park
10-minute walk
Pharmacies Family clinics Schools Street vendors Banks Gyms

Rent Near This Station

Studio and one-room apartments within a 10-minute walk of Singeumho Station typically range from approximately 650,000 to 1,300,000 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. Singeumho Station has 4 mapped guide exits in this draft . Exit 4 leads toward Seongdong-gu neighbourhood routes and commuter streets .

What is the neighbourhood like around Singeumho Station?

Singeumho 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 Singeumho Station?

Studio and one-room apartments near Singeumho Station usually range from 650,000 to 1,300,000 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 Singeumho Station to Gangnam Station?

Singeumho Station to Gangnam Station takes approximately 32 minutes using Line 5 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 Singeumho Station?

Singeumho 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 Singeumho area good for expat families?

Singeumho 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 Singeumho Station?

Singeumho 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 Singeumho Station compare to nearby stations?

Singeumho 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 Singeumho Station

Singeumho Station is in Seongdong-gu, a mixed residential and commercial pocket of Seoul. EEIK's business directory is growing here — expect restaurants, cafes, pharmacies, hotels, and English-friendly services as listings come online.

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