The 8 Picturesque Abandoned Railway Stations In Korea

Come with us today as we explore 8 of the most beautiful abandoned train stations in Korea. Abandoned train stations can offer a glimpse into the past and is a popular location to capture some beautiful pictures!

These train stations are also popular filming locations for many Korean dramas, movies, music videos, and posters.

Let's have a look at some of them!

Hwabon Station
화본역

Location: 경상북도 군위군 산성면 산성가음로 711-9

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Hwabon Station (화본역) is a railway station that operated in 1938 during the Japanese colonial period. It's located in Gunwi County in North Gyeongsang Province.

Since Korea has gone through a massive development over the years, the station is no longer in service.

The station's architecture is highly influenced by Japan. Its lacquer wood finishes make Hwabon Station one of the most beautiful train stations in Korea.

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With an old vintage style that's well preserved, Hwabon Station was voted as Korea's most beautiful abandoned railway station in 2010.

Inside the station, there are exhibits of its history and equipment that were used when the station was in operation.

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There is a large water tower located near the station. It is said that in the past, steam trains supplied water through this water tower.

Additionally, the variety show series, Son Hyun-joo's Simple Station (손현주의 간의역) which aired in late February 2021, was also filmed here.

Kudun Station
구둔역

Location: 경기도 양평군 지평면 구둔역길 3

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Kudun Station (구둔역) is located in Yangpyeong, Gyeonggi Province.

It opened in 1940 and even though no trains use this railway now, it is still very well taken care of and in great condition.

The station has become one of the government-funded tourist attractions.

The reason why it's so well known is that the classic scene from Architecture 101 (건축학개론) where the two main leads walk along the railway together was filmed here.

Since the movie's release, many of its viewers took a trip to the station to take photos.

Source: Architecture 101

A Flower Bookmark 2 - IU

In addition, this station is a filming location for IU's album cover and photo book from her album "A Flower Bookmark 2".

Gangchon Station
강촌역

Location: 강원도 춘천시 남산면 강촌리 산88-2

Source: Hankook Ilbo

Everyone who has been to Nami Island will have probably heard of Gangchon Station (강촌역). This old station which was once filled with livelihood and color has now become a wasteland that's no longer in service.

The surrounding landscape and its tunnels are very unique and has been a popular filming location.

Source: Record of Youth

It was a filming location for one of the scenes in the series, Record of Youth. You can check out some of their other filming locations for the series here!

Seodo Station
서도역

Location: 전라북도 남원시 사매면 서도길 32

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Seodo Station (서도역) is located in Namwon, North Jeolla Province. It was used from 1932 to the early 2000s.

Although the station itself is in a rougher shape than other abandoned stations, it's a popular filming location for scenes that are set in the past. You can take some time looking around and resting at the wooden benches.

Source: Mr. Sunshine

If you frequently watch Korean dramas, this station might look familiar to you! This is where the drama Mr. Sunshine was filmed.

Byeokje Station
벽제역

Pedestrians are not allowed to enter the station.

Byeokje Station (벽제역) is a train station that is used by the military base nearby. It has a unique spot at the entrance of the tunnel not far from the station.

Although the station is not open to the public, people have taken some beautiful photos at the entrance in the past. It captures the blue sky, the mountains, and the grass which makes it dreamy and picturesque!

Unfortunately, they no longer allow visitors to take pictures here. If you do sneak in, you will be fined up to 1 million won (Approx. 900 USD)!

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The Gyeonggi Province has announced that it's a dangerous place to take photos and asks visitors to refrain from visiting.

We hope that they can open it up soon so we can safely look around!

Impi Station
임피역

Location: 전라북도 군산시 임피면 서원석곡로 37

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Impi Station (임피역) is located in the city of Gunsan, North Jeolla Province. The station was built during the Japanese colonial rule in 1912, which was used to transport rice.

Over time it became the second oldest station in Korea. Presently, it is one of the historical monuments that the government has restored.

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The western-style roof is one of the most unique things about the station.

Impi Station (임피역) has become the 208th Cultural Heritage of Korea!

Bangok Station
반곡역

Location: 강원 원주시 달마중3길 30

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Bangok Station (반곡역) is a very small station in Wonju, Gangwon Province. In the past, there weren't many trains that made a stop here.

If anyone is planning on traveling to Wonju, we recommend stopping by this place and taking a walk around. The exterior of the station is beautiful pastel pink and blue that blend nicely together.

You can take some beautiful shots in the spring here as there are flowers that bloom all around!

The famous drama series It's Okay To Not Be Okay was filmed here too!

Iryeong Station
일영역

Location: 경기도 양주시 장흥면 삼상리 291-3

If you are an Army, you will definitely be familiar with Iryeong Station (일영역). This is the filming location of BTS MV for "Spring Day".

Although there are no trains that stop here as it officially closed in 2004, there are still some transport trains that pass by.

Therefore, if you would like to make a visit, you have to be careful as it's not completely abandoned.

Iryeong Station (일영역) is expected to reopen in 2023. As a result, the station remains well maintained by the staff.

Source: Kyeonggi.com

That concludes our list of beautiful abandoned train stations in Korea! Do you see why a lot of movies and music videos were filmed at these places?

Which one is your favorite? Let us know down in the comments below.