Yonggye Station
Outline
Yonggye Station is located in Dong-gu, Daegu, on Line 1 of the Daegu Metro. It sits close to Dongdaegu IC on the Jungang Expressway (Daegu–Busan), making it a unique junction point between metro rail, highway, and intercity bus systems.
The name “Yonggye” comes from the local geography: the hill behind the village resembles a dragon (龍, yong), and a stream (溪, gye) flows nearby. Alternative origins suggest it could be derived from Guryong-ri (“nine dragons”) and Geumgye-ri (“golden stream”).
Station Information
The station is surrounded by a mix of residential areas, factories, and sparse farmland, which explains its historically low ridership. Despite this, it has strategic value because of its proximity to Daegu International Airport’s flight path—passenger planes can be seen landing near the exits.
In 2010, NCSoft used the area for its Aion 2.0 Yonggye Attack promo video, turning the station surroundings into a “dungeon” for April Fool’s Day.
Nearby is Yeongjin Vocational College (Exit 3), and the Dongdaegu JC overpass is within view. North of the station lie the last remaining railroad crossings in Daegu—rare remnants after most level crossings were removed.
Average Daily Passengers
Daily ridership has always been among the lowest on Line 1.
| Year | Daily Passengers | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 3,911 | |
| 2013 | 4,065 | |
| 2016 | 4,326 | Slight peak |
| 2019 | 4,233 | Pre-COVID |
| 2020 | 2,973 | COVID impact |
| 2024 | 3,847 | Current |
Yonggye ranks at or near the bottom of Line 1 stations, only above extensions like Hayang-eup.
Ridership stagnation is due to development restrictions (airport/air base zone), competition with direct bus routes, and its location between Bangchon and Yulha. However, the nearby Ansim New Town project (north of Singi Station) is expected to triple ridership post-development.
Platform
- 2nd basement level
- Double-track, relative platform (crossing possible)
Line directions:
- ↑ Bangchon → Dongdaegu / Jungang-ro / Banwoldang / Seolhwa Myeonggok
- ↓ Yulha → Singi / Banyawol / Ansim
Information Around the Station
- Dongdaegu IC & Jungang Expressway (immediately adjacent)
- Yeongjin Vocational College (Exit 3)
- Dong-gu Disabled Rehabilitation Center (Exit 4)
- Relief 2-dong Administrative Welfare Center (Exit 4)
The station area is mostly low-density residential with sparse farmland, though expressway access gives it a regional transit importance.
Transportation
Yonggye Express / Intercity Bus Stop
Located near Dongdaegu IC / Hwarang-ro, this stop handles buses bound for Busan, Gyeongju, Pohang, Yeongcheon, Yeongdeok, Uljin, Gangneung, and others.
- Ticket office nearby (Gangbyeon Dongseo Village) with unmanned kiosks.
- Intercity boarding allowed since 2021.
- Kobus terminal code: 807 (Yonggye)
City Bus Connections
- Yonggye Station (Exit 1): 518, 618, 651, 719, 802, 805, 814, 836, Dong-gu 1/1-1, 818 (Gyeongsan), 55-series (Yeongcheon)
- Yonggye Station (Exit 2): 618, 719, 805, 836, Dong-gu 1/1-1, 818
- Gangbyeon Dongseo Village stops: Express 5, 156, 708, Buk-gu 3
Look Around
- Dongdaegu IC & Jungang Expressway ramps
- Budong Crossing & Budong Samgeori Crossing (rare remaining level crossings in Daegu)
- Ansim New Town (under development, likely to boost demand)
