Which place is cheaper, Busan (Pusan) or Vilnius?
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Should you visit Vilnius or Busan (Pusan)?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Vilnius and Busan (Pusan). We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Vilnius or Busan (Pusan)?
Vilnius
Vilnius is the capital and largest city in the country of Lithuania. It has a population of more than 500,000 residents and is located in the valley between the Neris River and the Vilnia River in the southeastern part of the country. Visitors come to the city for its beautiful Old Town, impressive architecture, and fascinating culture. In 2009 it was named the European Capital of Culture along with the city of Linz, in Austria.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vilnius, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Lithuania, The Best Tours for Seniors to South Korea, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Seoul.
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Vilnius Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVilnius €121Busan (Pusan) €89
The average daily cost (per person) in Vilnius is €121, while the average daily cost in Busan (Pusan) is €89. 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 Vilnius and Busan (Pusan) in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVilnius €42Busan (Pusan) €33
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVilnius €84Busan (Pusan) €66
Compare Hotels in Vilnius and Busan (Pusan)
Looking for a hotel in Vilnius or Busan (Pusan)? 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: Vilnius Hotel Prices and Busan (Pusan) Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Vilnius €8.05Busan (Pusan) €17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vilnius
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vilnius:
- Trakai Tour with Audio Guide and Minibus Transfers: $35
- Private Vilnius Airport Arrival Transfer: $42
- Vilnius Private 1-Way Airport Transfer: $70
- Private Transfer from Vilnius Airport to Lithuania: $155
- From Suburbs Hot Air Balloon Ride w/ Hotel Transfer: $164
- Hot Air Balloon Flight Over Vilnius or Trakai(transfer included): $208
- Hot Air Balloon Flight Over Trakai(transfer included) or Vilnius : $208
- Hot Air Balloon Ride with Hotel Transfer: $235
- Jewish Heritage Sites Private Tour with Transfer: $235
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Busan (Pusan)
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Busan (Pusan):
- Private Transfer from Busan Gimhae Int Airport(PUS) to Busan Port: $66
- Private Transfer from Busan Port to Busan Gimhae Int Airport(PUS): $66
- Private Transfer from Busan Int Airport(PUS) to Busan Cruise Port: $66
- Private Transfer From Busan to Incheon or Seoul or GyeongJu city: $75
- Busan Airport to Busan Hotels Round-Trip Private Transfer: $124
- Busan Gimhae Airport (PUS) to Busan - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $136
Is it cheaper to fly into Vilnius or Busan (Pusan)?
Prices for flights to both Busan (Pusan) and Vilnius 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 dayVilnius €67Busan (Pusan) €38
Typical Food Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of dining costs in Vilnius are as follows:
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Dinner for Two€13
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vilnius
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vilnius.
- Cooking Class in Vilnius : $106
- Zeppelin Cooking Class: $118
Typical Food Prices in Busan (Pusan)
Some typical examples of dining costs in Busan (Pusan) are as follows:
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McDonald's€3.79
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Carp Bread€0.61
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: $52
- Busan Tailored Korean cooking class (Vegan OK)with market tour: $95
- Busan seafood tour : Cod Auction and Clam Auction in Winter: $99
- Korean cooking class in Haeundae, Busan : $100
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Vilnius €9.72Busan (Pusan) €17
Typical Entertainment Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Vilnius are as follows:
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Walking Tour€5.79
Tours and Activities in Vilnius
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vilnius are as follows:
- Vilnius Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $4.46
- Vilnius History and Hidden Gems Self Guided Walking Tour: $6.93
- Secrets of Old Vilnius Smartphone App GPS Audio Walking Tour: $7.50
- Vilnius Self-Guided Audio Experience: $9.00
- The Old Town of A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
- Audio Tour of the South Part of the Vilnius Old Town: $11
- Audio Tour of Vilnius Old Town Core: $12
- Live guide tour via WhatsApp - Vilnius Ghetto: $12
- Skip the Line: Europos Parkas, Open-Air Museum Ticket Vilnius, Lithuania: $13
- Audio Tour of Vilnius Old Town Core and the South Part 2in1: $14
- Discover Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
- Virtual reality movie - experience I AM LITHUANIA: $18
Tours and Activities in Busan (Pusan)
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Busan (Pusan) are as follows:
- Busan CLUBD OASIS Spa and Water Park Ticket: $15
- Busan Small Group Tour : Sky Capsule, Village, Temple, Skywalk: $29
- Full-Day Tour Unmissable things to do in Busan: $38
- Busan 9 Highlights Tour: $40
- Eden Valley Ski and Snowboard Tour from Busan : $41
- Small Group Busan Night View Tour Opt Night sailing boat: $45
- Naejangsan Fall Foliage Tour from Busan with Seoul Drop-off: $47
- Jinhae Cherry Blossom Day trip from Busan - A Spring Adventure!: $47
- Authentic Busan Full-Day City Highlights Tour: $47
- Busan Full-Day City Tour with Gamcheon Village, Sea Temple & more: $49
- From Busan to Gyeongju UNESCO Legacy Tour with National Museum: $50
- Busan Food Market Tour Seafoods and Street Foods: $52
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVilnius €6.23Busan (Pusan) €9.86
Typical Alcohol Prices in Vilnius
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Vilnius from other travelers:
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Beer€4.34
Sample the Local Flavors in Vilnius
Also in Vilnius, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Vilnius Private Pub & Bar Crawl Tour & Hidden Gems: $62
- Pub Crawl with Welcome Drink and Traditional Snacks: $77
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 with Free Shots and VIP Access: $25
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Vilnius and Busan (Pusan), we can see that Vilnius is more expensive. And not only is Busan (Pusan) much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Vilnius is in Europe and Busan (Pusan) is in Asia, 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 Vilnius would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Vilnius 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 Vilnius Expensive? and Is Busan (Pusan) Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Vilnius or Busan (Pusan)?
Busan (Pusan) has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Vilnius. When comparing the sizes of Vilnius and Busan (Pusan), 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.
When is the best time to visit Vilnius or Busan (Pusan)?
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 Vilnius or Busan (Pusan) in the Summer?
Both Busan (Pusan) and Vilnius are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Vilnius in the summer for the family-friendly experiences.
Vilnius is cooler than Busan (Pusan) in the summer. The daily temperature in Vilnius averages around 18°C (65°F) in July, and Busan (Pusan) fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Vilnius. Vilnius usually receives more sunshine than Busan (Pusan) during summer. Vilnius gets 219 hours of sunny skies, while Busan (Pusan) receives 166 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Busan (Pusan). In July, Vilnius usually receives less rain than Busan (Pusan). Vilnius gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Busan (Pusan) receives 257 mm (10.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVilnius 18°C (65°F)Busan (Pusan) 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Busan (Pusan) in the Autumn?
Both Busan (Pusan) and Vilnius during the autumn are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Vilnius for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In the autumn, Vilnius is much colder than Busan (Pusan). Typically, the autumn temperatures in Vilnius in October average around 8°C (46°F), and Busan (Pusan) averages at about 18°C (65°F).
In Busan (Pusan), it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Vilnius often gets less sunshine than Busan (Pusan). Vilnius gets 94 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Busan (Pusan) receives 202 hours of full sun.
Vilnius usually gets less rain in October than Busan (Pusan). Vilnius gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Busan (Pusan) receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVilnius 8°C (46°F)Busan (Pusan) 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Busan (Pusan) in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Vilnius and Busan (Pusan). The winter months attract visitors to Vilnius because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
It's quite cold in Busan (Pusan) in the winter. The weather in Vilnius can be very cold. In January, Vilnius is generally much colder than Busan (Pusan). Daily temperatures in Vilnius average around -5°C (23°F), and Busan (Pusan) fluctuates around 3°C (38°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Busan (Pusan) this time of the year. Vilnius usually receives less sunshine than Busan (Pusan) during winter. Vilnius gets 36 hours of sunny skies, while Busan (Pusan) receives 200 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Vilnius usually receives more rain than Busan (Pusan). Vilnius gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Busan (Pusan) receives 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVilnius -5°C (23°F)Busan (Pusan) 3°C (38°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Busan (Pusan) in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Vilnius as well as Busan (Pusan). The natural beauty are the main draw to Vilnius this time of year.
Vilnius is much colder than Busan (Pusan) in the spring. The daily temperature in Vilnius averages around 7°C (45°F) in April, and Busan (Pusan) fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
In the spring, Vilnius often gets less sunshine than Busan (Pusan). Vilnius gets 164 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Busan (Pusan) receives 196 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Busan (Pusan). Vilnius usually gets less rain in April than Busan (Pusan). Vilnius gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Busan (Pusan) receives 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVilnius 7°C (45°F)Busan (Pusan) 14°C (57°F)
Typical Weather for Busan (Pusan) and Vilnius
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (23°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (26°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Mar | 1°C (33°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 224 mm (8.8 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (65°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 257 mm (10.1 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 204 mm (8 in) |
| Sep | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 187 mm (7.4 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 2°C (36°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (29°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
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