Which place is cheaper, Yakushima or Busan (Pusan)?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Busan (Pusan) or Yakushima?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Busan (Pusan) or Yakushima, 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 Yakushima?
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.
Yakushima
Yakushima, Japan is a UNESCO World Heritage island located north of Okinawa and off the south east of of Kyushu. The island is well-known to Japanese tourists but not so much to international ones, making it a bit of a hidden gem to international tourists. This also means that English isn't spoken as much as in larger cities, so make sure to brush up on your Japanese and bring a dictionary.
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 Japan, and The Best Luxury Tours to Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBusan (Pusan) $89Yakushima $125
The average daily cost (per person) in Busan (Pusan) is $89, while the average daily cost in Yakushima is $125. 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 Yakushima in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBusan (Pusan) $41Yakushima $63
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBusan (Pusan) $82Yakushima $126
Compare Hotels in Busan (Pusan) and Yakushima
Looking for a hotel in Busan (Pusan) or Yakushima? 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 Yakushima Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Busan (Pusan) $21Yakushima $53
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Busan (Pusan)
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Busan (Pusan):
- Private Transfer from Busan Cruise Port to Busan city hotels: $79
- Private Transfer from Busan Gimhae Int Airport(PUS) to Busan Port: $81
- Private Transfer from Busan hotels to Busan Cruise Port: $87
- Private Transfer from Busan Cruise Port to Busan Hotels: $87
- Busan Airport (PUS) to Busan Hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $123
- Busan Gimhae Int Airport(PUS) to Busan - Arrival Private Transfer: $123
- Busan to Busan Gimhae Airport (PUS) - Departure Private Transfer: $123
- Busan hotels to Busan Airport (PUS) - Departure Private Transfer: $123
Is it cheaper to fly into Busan (Pusan) or Yakushima?
Prices for flights to both Yakushima 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) $26Yakushima $30
Typical Food Prices in Busan (Pusan)
Some typical examples of dining costs in Busan (Pusan) are as follows:
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McDonald's$4.62
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Carp Bread$0.75
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Busan (Pusan)
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Busan (Pusan).
- Busan history and market food tour with local chef: $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 big Barbecue dinner at the garden : $150
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Busan (Pusan) $20Yakushima $22
Tours and Activities in Busan (Pusan)
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Busan (Pusan) are as follows:
- Fun & Informative Busan in Korea Virtual Tour : $12
- Night View Experience in Busan in Small Group Tour: $22
- The Way of Tea - Experience: $40
- Eden Valley Winter Ski Resort Day Tour from Busan+SPA LAND option: $41
- Jinhae Pink Cherry Blossom One Day Tour From Busan: $42
- A well-rounded small group Busan tour with a certified guide: $46
- Jinhae Cherry blossom Festival tour: $49
- Autumn Naejangsan National Park Day Tour from Busan: $49
- Busan: Jagalchi Market & Gamcheon Village Walking Tour With Guide: $51
- Full-Day Busan City Tour: $52
- Full-Day Tour Unmissable things to do in Busan: $55
- Jinhae Gunhangje Night Tour : $62
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBusan (Pusan) $12Yakushima $6.87
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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Busan (Pusan) and Yakushima, we can see that Yakushima is more expensive. And not only is Busan (Pusan) much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Yakushima would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Yakushima 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 Yakushima Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Busan (Pusan) or Yakushima?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Busan (Pusan) or Yakushima in the Summer?
Both Yakushima and Busan (Pusan) are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
Busan (Pusan) is around the same temperature as Yakushima in the summer. The daily temperature in Busan (Pusan) averages around 25°C (77°F) in July, and Yakushima fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Yakushima. It's quite rainy in Busan (Pusan). In July, Busan (Pusan) usually receives more rain than Yakushima. Busan (Pusan) gets 257 mm (10.1 in) of rain, while Yakushima receives 189 mm (7.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBusan (Pusan) 25°C (77°F)Yakushima 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Busan (Pusan) or Yakushima in the Autumn?
Both Yakushima and Busan (Pusan) during the autumn are popular places to visit.
In the autumn, Busan (Pusan) is cooler than Yakushima. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Busan (Pusan) in October average around 18°C (65°F), and Yakushima averages at about 22°C (71°F).
Yakushima gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Busan (Pusan) usually gets less rain in October than Yakushima. Busan (Pusan) gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Yakushima receives 161 mm (6.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBusan (Pusan) 18°C (65°F)Yakushima 22°C (71°F)
Should I visit Busan (Pusan) or Yakushima in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Busan (Pusan) and Yakushima.
The weather in Busan (Pusan) can be very cold. In January, Busan (Pusan) is generally much colder than Yakushima. Daily temperatures in Busan (Pusan) average around 3°C (38°F), and Yakushima fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
Yakushima receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Busan (Pusan) usually receives less rain than Yakushima. Busan (Pusan) gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Yakushima receives 106 mm (4.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBusan (Pusan) 3°C (38°F)Yakushima 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Busan (Pusan) or Yakushima in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Busan (Pusan) as well as Yakushima.
Busan (Pusan) is cooler than Yakushima in the spring. The daily temperature in Busan (Pusan) averages around 14°C (57°F) in April, and Yakushima fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
It's quite rainy in Yakushima. Busan (Pusan) receives a lot of rain in the spring. Busan (Pusan) usually gets less rain in April than Yakushima. Busan (Pusan) gets 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain, while Yakushima receives 207 mm (8.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBusan (Pusan) 14°C (57°F)Yakushima 18°C (64°F)
Typical Weather for Yakushima and Busan (Pusan)
| Busan (Pusan) | Yakushima | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (38°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 106 mm (4.2 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (40°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 105 mm (4.1 in) |
| Mar | 9°C (48°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (57°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 207 mm (8.1 in) |
| May | 18°C (65°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 288 mm (11.3 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 224 mm (8.8 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 352 mm (13.9 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 257 mm (10.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 189 mm (7.4 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (80°F) | 204 mm (8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 205 mm (8.1 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 187 mm (7.4 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 253 mm (10 in) |
| Oct | 18°C (65°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 161 mm (6.3 in) |
| Nov | 12°C (54°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Dec | 6°C (43°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
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.