Yongsan Station
용산역
Line 1KTX & Express RailElectronics ShoppingOffice & Business HubCentral Seoul Transit
Yongsan Station (용산역) is a major Line 1, Gyeongui-Jungang Line, KTX, ITX, and national rail station in Yongsan-gu (구, district), Seoul, near I'Park Mall, electronics shopping streets, offices, restaurants, clinics, buses, and central Yongsan residential areas. Expats use this area for rail travel, commuting, shopping, housing searches, clinics, electronics, restaurants, buses, and subway trips toward Seoul Station, Jongno, Yeouido, Wangsimni, Itaewon-side routes, and Gangnam . Yongsan Station works as a major central Seoul rail hub, shopping connector, and practical base between Seoul Station, Samgakji, Sinyongsan, and Ichon .
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Leaving Yongsan
Check direction: Seoul Station (west) or Wangsimni (east) before boarding Line 1 train.
Arriving in YongsanExit 1 or 2 for I'Park Mall and electronics streets; Exit 3 for offices and restaurants.
Electronics ShoppingExit 2 leads to major electronics and phone retailer streets; popular for tech deals.
I'Park MallExit 1 or 2 connects to major shopping mall with restaurants, fashion, and services.
KTX & Express TrainsUse main concourse (Exit 1) to access national rail, KTX, and ITX platforms.
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Transit Information
- Primary line
- Seoul Subway Line 1
- 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 — Yongsan Station rail concourse and shopping
- 2 Exit 2 — I'Park Mall and electronics shopping streets
- 3 Exit 3 — Yongsan offices, restaurants, and local services
- 4 Exit 4 — clinics, buses, and residential-side streets
Journey Times
- Journey Times Yongsan Station to Gangnam Station
- approximately 35 minutes
- Yongsan Station to Seoul Station
- approximately 5 minutes
- Yongsan Station
- approximately 65 minutes
- Yongsan Station to Itaewon Station
- approximately 15 minutes
- Yongsan Station to Wangsimni Station
- approximately 15 minutes
First / Last Trains
First
approximately 5:10 AM
Last
approximately 12:30 AM
Neighbourhood Character
- Yongsan Station serves a rail, shopping, office, residential, clinic, restaurant, bus, and commuter area in Yongsan-gu . The station feels busy during commute hours, train departures, weekend shopping periods, lunch periods, clinic appointment times, and evening restaurant movement . Side streets mix malls, electronics shops, offices, apartment towers, older residential blocks, clinics, cafes, restaurants, convenience stores, and bus stops .
- Rail passengers, shoppers, office workers, clinic visitors, electronics buyers, families, long-term residents, professionals, and expats use this area . Many choose Yongsan for rail access, Seoul Station proximity, central location, shopping, electronics services, Yongsan redevelopment interest, and quick trips to Itaewon, Hannam, Samgakji, Ichon, Yeouido, and Gangnam . Yongsan Station serves Line 1, the Gyeongui-Jungang Line, KTX, ITX, and national rail in Yongsan-gu, Seoul .
- Daily life needs basic Korean, but Yongsan has more English exposure than many local districts because of tourism, shopping, transport, and expat movement . Cafes, pharmacies, clinics, gyms, banks, restaurants, convenience stores, supermarkets, malls, 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 Cafes Korean restaurants Phone & electronics shops Banks
10-minute walk Pharmacies Clinics & medical Supermarkets Hotels Dining variety Office buildings
Rent Near This Station
Studio and one-room apartments within a 10-minute walk of Yongsan Station typically range from approximately 800,000 to 1,800,000 KRW per month.
FAQ
Which exit should I use for rail travel, I'Park Mall, restaurants, and buses?
Use Exit 1 for the Yongsan Station rail concourse and shopping, Exit 2 for I'Park Mall and electronics shopping streets, and Exit 3 for Yongsan offices, restaurants, and local services. Yongsan Station has 4 exits . Exit 4 leads toward clinics, buses, and residential-side streets .
What is the neighbourhood like around Yongsan Station?
Yongsan Station feels busy, central, rail-focused, practical, and shopping-heavy, with malls, electronics shops, offices, clinics, restaurants, buses, Line 1, and regional rail nearby . The area gets busy during commute, rail departure, shopping, lunch, clinic, and dinner periods . It suits residents who want central Seoul access with major rail options .
How much does it cost to rent an apartment near Yongsan Station?
Studio and one-room apartments near Yongsan Station usually range from 800,000 to 1,800,000 KRW per month . Newer officetel units and homes close to exits, malls, rail platforms, or redevelopment areas often cost more . Check deposit size, maintenance fees, road noise, train noise, building age, and walking route before signing .
How long does it take to get from Yongsan Station to Gangnam Station?
Yongsan Station to Gangnam Station takes approximately 35 minutes using Line 1 or the Gyeongui-Jungang Line with subway transfers . Common routes transfer through Seoul Station, Samgakji, or Wangsimni depending on timing . Travel time changes with transfer speed, train timing, crowding, and final exit choice .
What international food and grocery options are near Yongsan Station?
Yongsan has useful restaurant and grocery access, with broader international options nearby in Itaewon, Hannam, Ichon, Myeongdong, and Gangnam . Residents can find Korean restaurants, cafes, bakeries, chains, mall dining, casual dining, and some non-Korean meals nearby . Many expats use nearby Itaewon and Hannam for broader international groceries and dining .
Is the Yongsan Station area good for expat families?
Yongsan Station can work for expat families who value central access, rail travel, shopping, clinics, restaurants, buses, and nearby international services . The area can be busy, expensive, and affected by redevelopment or traffic noise . Families should compare school routes, rent, road noise, train noise, building age, and Korean-language support before choosing housing .
What is the social scene like near Yongsan Station?
Yongsan Station has cafes, restaurants, mall dining, gyms, clinics, shops, and casual meeting places nearby . The social scene feels more shopping, travel, and workday-focused than nightlife-focused . For stronger nightlife, many residents travel to Itaewon, Hannam, Hongdae, Euljiro, or Gangnam .
How does Yongsan Station compare to Seoul Station?
Yongsan Station feels more shopping, electronics, and Yongsan-district focused than Seoul Station . Seoul Station gives stronger Airport Railroad, KTX coverage, central bus access, and tourist movement . Yongsan usually works better for I'Park Mall, electronics shopping, Yongsan housing, and access to Itaewon and Ichon .
Businesses Near Yongsan Station
Yongsan 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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