Chilseong Market Station (칠성시장역)

Overview

Chilseong Market Station (칠성시장역) in Daegu sits on Daegu Metro Line 1 (Station 133) in Buk-gu. Opened in 1998 as Chilseong Station, it was renamed on January 1, 2008 to highlight its role as the entry point to Chilseong Market, one of Daegu’s largest and most iconic traditional markets.

The sub-name of the station is currently MS Reconstruction Hospital.

Station Information

• Address: Basement 222, Chilseongnam-ro, Buk-gu, Daegu (278-1 Chilseong-dong 1-ga)
• Operator: Daegu Transportation Corporation
• Depth: 20.2 m (3 floors underground)
• Platform: Double track, relative platform (no crossing)
• Management: Jungang-ro Management Station / Customer Center 1
• Opened: May 2, 1998

The station lies beneath Chilseong Bridge and at the busy Chilseong Market intersection. Due to the Sincheon crossing underground, the station was built deeper than average, and elevators were added in 2013.

👉 Fun detail: The station is known for occasionally carrying the distinct aroma of Chilseong Market’s dried fish section, especially near Exit 2.

Nearby Landmarks & Attractions

• Chilseong Market (칠성시장): Traditional market famous for seafood, dried fish, produce, and household goods.
• Chilseong Rock (칠성바위): Historic site linked to the Big Dipper legend, now relocated near Exit 2’s park.
• Daegu Citizens’ Center: Community hub connected to the area’s heritage.
• Dongin Government Complex (동인청사): Accessible via short walk or bus from the station.
• Kyungpook National University: Reachable by bus routes 306 and Buk-gu No.2.

Passenger Usage

Chilseong Market Station sees ~8,000 daily passengers on average, slightly below Line 1’s mean but higher than many residential-only stations.

• Peak (2014): 10,936
• Pandemic dip (2020): 7,606
• 2024 average: 7,917

Much of the ridership comes from market visitors rather than commuters — underscoring its role as a niche hub.

Transportation & Transfers

Chilseong Market Station is well integrated with bus lines connecting across Buk-gu, Dong-gu, and northern Daegu.

Key Bus Stops & Routes:

• In front of Chilseong Market (05319): Express 1, 101, 156, 306, 401, 402, 403, 618, 650, 708, Song 2
• Chilseong Market Station (Seomun Plaza): 802, Gachang 2, Dong-gu 3, Buk-gu 2, Buk-gu 3, Palgong 1
• Across Nonghyup Market: Dong-gu 3, Buk-gu 2, Palgong 1

Special note: Some bus lines do not stop directly near the station (e.g., 304, 501, 623), requiring short transfers.

Unique Points

• Market-first design: The station was renamed specifically to promote Chilseong Market.
• Smell-proofing attempt: Glass doors were installed on basement entrances to minimize odor from seafood stalls.
• Curve caution: The platform is curved, making boarding trickier; warnings and announcements were added in 2025.
• Cultural gateway: The station embodies the fusion of everyday Daegu life — markets, buses, local history, and community.