Which place is cheaper, Napier or Busan (Pusan)?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Busan (Pusan) or Napier?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Busan (Pusan) or Napier, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Busan (Pusan) or Napier?
Busan (Pusan)
An important port city in South Korea, Busan is known for its beaches, mountains, and temples. With a thriving harbor, the city's main revenue comes from international shipping, although the area is quite popular with tourists from all over the globe, too. The place is bustling with sailors from around the world as well as tourists who come to enjoy the culture of this modern and dynamic city.
Napier
Napier is city on the eastern coast of the North Island of New Zealand. It is part of the Hawke's Bay Region, a famous area for wine vineyards. Napier has a population of 61,000 people and is known for its Art Deco architecture and of course, wine.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to South Korea, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Seoul, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in New Zealand, and The Best Luxury Tours to New Zealand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBusan (Pusan) $91Napier $178
The average daily cost (per person) in Busan (Pusan) is $91, while the average daily cost in Napier is $178. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Busan (Pusan) and Napier in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBusan (Pusan) $41Napier $108
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBusan (Pusan) $82Napier $216
Compare Hotels in Busan (Pusan) and Napier
Looking for a hotel in Busan (Pusan) or Napier? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Busan (Pusan) Hotel Prices and Napier Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Busan (Pusan) $21Napier $32
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Busan (Pusan)
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Busan (Pusan):
- Private Transfer from Busan hotels to Busan Cruise Port: $86
- Private Transfer from Busan Port to Busan Gimhae Int Airport(PUS): $80
- Private Transfer from Busan Cruise Port to Busan city hotels: $78
- Private Transfer from Busan City Hotels to Busan Cruise Port: $78
- Private Transfer Gaimhae Airport to Busan City: $85
- Busan hotels to Busan Airport (PUS) - Departure Private Transfer: $121
- Busan Gimhae Int Airport(PUS) to Busan - Arrival Private Transfer: $121
- Busan Gimhae Airport (PUS) to Busan Round-Trip Private Transfer: $243
Is it cheaper to fly into Busan (Pusan) or Napier?
Prices for flights to both Napier and Busan (Pusan) change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayBusan (Pusan) $27Napier $39
Typical Food Prices in Busan (Pusan)
Some typical examples of dining costs in Busan (Pusan) are as follows:
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McDonald's$4.72
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Carp Bread$0.76
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Busan (Pusan)
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Busan (Pusan).
- Busan Jagalchi market Seafood Tour & Dinner : $50
- Busan Tailored Korean cooking class (Vegan OK)with market tour: $65
- Vegan Friendly Korean Food Cooking Class: $70
- Korean cooking class in Haeundae, Busan : $95
- Busan Local Food Cooking Class with Market Tour: $116
- Busan big Barbecue dinner at the garden : $150
Typical Food Prices in Napier
For Napier, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Casural Lunch$8.88
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Busan (Pusan) $21Napier $29
Tours and Activities in Busan (Pusan)
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Busan (Pusan) are as follows:
- 1 Day Private Busan Guided Tour: $300
- A well-rounded small group Busan tour with a certified guide: $46
- Busan City Tour - Haedong Yonggung Temple And Shopping in Lotte Premium Outlet: $289
- Busan City Tour Including Gamcheon Culture village and Haedong Yonggungsa Temple: $282
- Busan Hidden Gems Private Tour with a Certified Guide: $89
- Busan Market Tour after dialect class or Samgwangsa temple: $100
- Busan Night Small Group Photo Tour (Max 7): $68
- Busan Night Tour Including a Cruise w/ Fireworks: $110
- Busan Pick up & Drop off (Anywhere) or Night View Tour: $83
- Busan Private Bike Tour: $100
- Busan Private Taxi Car Charter Tour: $236
- Busan Private Tour for cruise ship passengers: $250
Tours and Activities in Napier
For Napier, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Self-Guided Earthquake Audio Tour: $14
- Art Deco Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: $14
- Wonderful Napier Art Deco Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: $14
- Discover Napier Earthquake: Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Discover Hastings Earthquake: Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Discover Napier Art Deco: Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Shore Excursion Cycle Winery Tour - Half Day: $27
- National Aquarium of New Zealand in Napier Native Icons Tour: $37
- Shore Excursion Cycle Winery Tour - Half Day: $41
- Hawkes Bay Wineries Self-Guided Bike Tour: $41
- Hawke's Bay: Self Guided Coastal Winery Cycle Tour: $49
- Cape Coast Wineries Self-Guided Scenic Bike Tour from Napier: $50
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBusan (Pusan) $12Napier $17
Sample the Local Flavors in Busan (Pusan)
Also in Busan (Pusan), these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Busan Pub Crawl: $20
Typical Alcohol Prices in Napier
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Napier are as follows:
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Wine$13
Sample the Local Flavors in Napier
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Napier:
- 3 hours City and Wine Tour in New Zealand: $69
- Half Day Small-Group Hawkes Bay Wine Tour: $106
- Wine Tour and Tastings in Hawkes Bay: $172
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Busan (Pusan) and Napier, we can see that Napier is more expensive. And not only is Busan (Pusan) much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Busan (Pusan) is in Asia and Napier is in Pacific, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Busan (Pusan) would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Busan (Pusan) and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Napier would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Napier than you might in Busan (Pusan).
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Busan (Pusan) Expensive? and Is Napier Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Busan (Pusan) or Napier?
Busan (Pusan) has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Napier. When comparing the sizes of Busan (Pusan) and Napier, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.