Yeongdeungpo Station
영등포역
Line 1Shopping hubTransit hubBusiness districtMarkets & dining
Yeongdeungpo Station (영등포역) is a Line 1 and Korail rail stop in Yeongdeungpo-gu (구, district), Seoul, near Times Square, department stores, hotels, offices, markets, restaurants, and residential streets. Expats use this area for shopping, rail travel, commuting, hotels, clinics, restaurants, errands, and access to west and southwest Seoul . Yeongdeungpo Station works as a major commercial hub, rail access point, and southwest Seoul connector .
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What should I do now?
Leaving Yeongdeungpo
Check direction: Seoul Station (east) or Gwangmyeong (southwest).
Arriving in YeongdeungpoExit 1 for main concourse; Exit 3 for Times Square shopping.
Times SquareExit 3 for major department store, shops, restaurants, cinema.
Yeongdeungpo MarketExit 5 leads to historic traditional market; walk 5 minutes.
Hotels & officesExit 6 accesses business district hotels and office blocks.
Nearby Bikes
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Transit Information
- Primary line
- Seoul Subway Line 1
- 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 — Yeongdeungpo Station main concourse
- 2 Exit 2 — local restaurants and bus stops
- 3 Exit 3 — Times Square and shopping streets
- 5 Exit 5 — Yeongdeungpo Market direction
- 6 Exit 6 — office and hotel streets
Journey Times
- Journey Times Yeongdeungpo Station to Gangnam Station
- approximately 35 minutes
- Yeongdeungpo Station to Seoul Station
- approximately 12 minutes
- Yeongdeungpo Station
- approximately 70 minutes
- Yeongdeungpo Station to Sindorim Station
- approximately 3 minutes
- Yeongdeungpo Station to Yongsan Station
- approximately 7 minutes
First / Last Trains
First
approximately 5:20 AM
Last
approximately 12:20 AM
Neighbourhood Character
- Yeongdeungpo Station serves a major shopping, rail, hotel, market, office, and residential area in southwest Seoul . The station feels busy during commute hours, shopping periods, weekend mall visits, and rail travel times . Side streets mix older local markets, restaurants, hotels, offices, and apartment blocks .
- Commuters, shoppers, rail passengers, hotel guests, office workers, families, students, and expats use this area . Many choose Yeongdeungpo for Line 1 access, Times Square, lower rent than central Seoul, and fast movement toward Seoul Station, Yongsan, Sindorim, and Guro . Yeongdeungpo Station serves Line 1 and Korail rail services in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul .
- Daily life needs basic Korean, though larger malls, hotels, department stores, and chain restaurants can be easier for English speakers . Cafes, pharmacies, clinics, gyms, banks, restaurants, convenience stores, markets, hotels, and shopping centres 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 Korean restaurants Retail shops Banks Bus stops
10-minute walk Pharmacies Clinics Dining venues Yeongdeungpo Market Medical centers Department stores
Rent Near This Station
Studio and one-room apartments within a 10-minute walk of Yeongdeungpo Station typically range from approximately 600,000 to 1,250,000 KRW per month.
FAQ
Which exit should I use for Times Square and Yeongdeungpo Market?
Use Exit 3 for Times Square and shopping streets and Exit 5 for the Yeongdeungpo Market direction. Yeongdeungpo Station has 6 exits . Exit 1 leads toward the main station concourse , and Exit 6 connects toward office and hotel streets .
What is the neighbourhood like around Yeongdeungpo Station?
Yeongdeungpo Station feels commercial, practical, rail-focused, and busy, with Times Square, department stores, hotels, restaurants, markets, clinics, and Line 1 nearby . The area can feel crowded during commute and shopping periods . It suits residents who want mall access, rail access, and southwest Seoul convenience .
How much does it cost to rent an apartment near Yeongdeungpo Station?
Studio and one-room apartments near Yeongdeungpo Station usually range from 600,000 to 1,250,000 KRW per month . Newer officetel units and homes close to shopping or main roads often cost more . Check deposit size, maintenance fees, rail noise, road noise, and walking route before signing .
How long does it take to get from Yeongdeungpo Station to Gangnam Station?
Yeongdeungpo Station to Gangnam Station takes approximately 35 minutes on Line 1 and Line 2, with one transfer at Sindorim Station . This route works for Gangnam access, but commute crowding can affect comfort . Travel time changes with transfer speed, train spacing, and final exit choice .
What international food and grocery options are near Yeongdeungpo Station?
Yeongdeungpo has useful restaurant, mall, and grocery access, but international grocery choices feel limited compared with Itaewon, Hannam, or Hongdae . Residents can find Korean restaurants, cafes, chains, department-store food halls, bakeries, and some non-Korean meals nearby . Many expats use online delivery for harder-to-find groceries .
Is the Yeongdeungpo area good for expat families?
Yeongdeungpo can work for expat families who value shopping, clinics, rail access, hotels, supermarkets, and practical daily services . The area can feel busy, commercial, and crowded near the station and market streets . Families should compare school routes, parks, street noise, building quality, and commute needs before choosing housing .
What is the social scene like near Yeongdeungpo Station?
Yeongdeungpo Station has restaurants, cafes, pubs, cinemas, malls, hotels, and casual meeting places nearby . The social scene feels more shopping, dinner, and after-work focused than nightlife-focused . For stronger nightlife, many residents travel to Hongdae, Itaewon, Gangnam, or Sillim .
How does Yeongdeungpo Station compare to Sindorim Station?
Yeongdeungpo Station feels more shopping, hotel, market, and rail-focused than Sindorim Station . Sindorim gives stronger Line 1 and Line 2 transfer access and mall access through D-Cube City . Yeongdeungpo usually works better for Times Square, department stores, hotels, and Line 1 rail movement .
Businesses Near Yeongdeungpo Station
Yeongdeungpo Station sits in a high-footfall stretch of Yeongdeungpo-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.