Medically reviewed by Dr. Kang Dae Won — Head Surgeon & Clinic Owner, BBAE Clinic. 10 years dedicated to liposuction; member, Korea Society for the Study of Liposuction.
Written by the BBAE international patient team from questions real patients ask us. Last reviewed . How we write & review
- Distance
- ≈ 0.8 km (straight line)
- By subway
- ≈ 2 min (1 stop) or 10 min on foot
- By taxi
- ≈ 3–5 min
- Lines at Gangnam Station
- Line 2 · Shinbundang Line
How to get to BBAE Clinic from Gangnam Station
- Walk north on Gangnam-daero From Gangnam Station, walk north along Gangnam-daero (the main 10-lane road) toward Sinnonhyeon — about 10 minutes, all on flat pavement.
- Or ride one stop Take the Shinbundang Line one stop north from Gangnam to Sinnonhyeon (about 2 minutes) and leave by Exit 3.
- Find 478 Gangnam-daero BBAE is on the 2nd floor of 478 Gangnam-daero, right by Sinnonhyeon Exit 3. Surgery is on our separate 6th floor.
Gangnam Station for liposuction patients
Gangnam Station is Seoul's busiest shopping and office hub, and the closest major landmark to BBAE Clinic — the clinic is one subway stop, or a flat ten-minute walk, up the same avenue. Many international patients stay here because there are hotels at every budget, pharmacies and convenience stores open late, and restaurants that deliver.
Why patients stay in Gangnam Station
- You can walk to your check-up and aftercare visits
- 24-hour convenience stores, pharmacies and delivery food
- Direct Shinbundang Line to Pangyo and the Airport Limousine bus stops nearby
Things to know
- Crowded at rush hour — take a taxi for the first days after surgery
- Busy nightlife streets can be noisy at night
Map & clinic details
What patients from Gangnam Station come for
BBAE does only liposuction and fat transfer — 19,256+ surgeries as of August 2026, all by one of our three fat-surgery specialists. Popular choices:
Other areas near BBAE
Frequently asked questions
How far is BBAE Clinic from Gangnam Station?
About 0.8 km in a straight line. By subway it takes ≈ 2 min (1 stop) or 10 min on foot; by taxi ≈ 3–5 min outside rush hour.
Can I walk from Gangnam Station to BBAE Clinic?
Yes. It is about a 10-minute flat walk north along Gangnam-daero. For the first 1–2 days after surgery we suggest a short taxi ride instead.
Do I need to come back to the clinic after surgery?
Yes. Plan a check-up within the first few days and aftercare sessions before you fly. Most single-area patients stay 5–7 nights in Seoul.
Can I get a quote before I travel?
Yes. Send 2–3 photos on WhatsApp (+82-10-6253-2111). A surgeon reviews them and replies in English with a plan and a written estimate — free.
Sources & medical references
- Seoul Metro — official subway information
- Medical Korea (KTO & KHIDI) — official portal for international patients
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons — Liposuction
This page is general information, not a diagnosis. A BBAE doctor confirms whether liposuction suits you after reviewing your photos and examining you in person. Prices are estimated Seoul market ranges, not quotes.
