Ujangsan Station

우장산
Line 5 Gangseo-gu Seoul Medium footfall
Line 5Residential hubLocal diningBus transitFamily friendly

Ujangsan Station (우장산역) is a Line 5 station in Gangseo-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 Balsan and Hwagok, Seoul Station, and Gangnam transfer routes . Ujangsan Station works as a residential and park-side 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 — Ujangsan 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 — Gangseo-gu neighbourhood routes and commuter streets

Journey Times

Journey Times Ujangsan Station to Gangnam Station
approximately 45 minutes
Ujangsan Station to Seoul Station
approximately 40 minutes
Ujangsan Station
approximately 70 minutes
Ujangsan Station to Gangnam Station
approximately 45 minutes
Exit at Gangnam Station
approximately 45 minutes

First / Last Trains

First
approximately 5:20 AM

Last
approximately 12:00 AM

Neighbourhood Character

  • Ujangsan Station serves a residential and park-side area in Gangseo-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 Ujangsan for transit access, practical errands, local meals, rent options, and trips toward Balsan and Hwagok, Seoul Station, and Gangnam transfer routes . Ujangsan Station is served by Line 5 in Gangseo-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 Local cafes Korean restaurants Street food vendors Neighbourhood shops ATMs & banks
10-minute walk
Pharmacies Family clinics Elementary schools Local parks Laundromats Supermarkets

Rent Near This Station

Studio and one-room apartments within a 10-minute walk of Ujangsan Station typically range from approximately 600,000 to 1,200,000 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. Ujangsan Station has 4 mapped guide exits in this draft . Exit 4 leads toward Gangseo-gu neighbourhood routes and commuter streets .

What is the neighbourhood like around Ujangsan Station?

Ujangsan 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 Ujangsan Station?

Studio and one-room apartments near Ujangsan Station usually range from 600,000 to 1,200,000 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 Ujangsan Station to Gangnam Station?

Ujangsan Station to Gangnam Station takes approximately 45 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 Ujangsan Station?

Ujangsan 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 Ujangsan area good for expat families?

Ujangsan 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 Ujangsan Station?

Ujangsan 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 Ujangsan Station compare to nearby stations?

Ujangsan 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 Ujangsan Station

Ujangsan Station is in Gangseo-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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