Which place is cheaper, Seoul or Wuyuan?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Wuyuan or Seoul?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Wuyuan and Seoul can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Wuyuan or Seoul?
Wuyuan
Wuyuan, China is a small city in the Jiangxi Province in the south central area of the country. The city acts as a transport hub for the province, with many main bus routes running through it. Wuyuan also acts as the main thoroughfare when traveling to local remote villages in the area. It is best to know some Mandarin as this region does not see many non-Mandarin speaking tourists, which also means you should expect some very friendly attention!
Seoul
With a population of more than 11 million, Seoul is easily the largest city in South Korea. It is also the financial, political, and cultural capital of the country and has much to offer open minded travelers. It is often overlooked by travelers who instead head to Tokyo or Shanghai, but Seoul has a wide range of cultural experiences, food options, and historical sights. Seoul is a city of contrasts with ancient traditions, flashy technology, religious temples and a modern youth culture. It is also more affordable than many of the other Asian metropolis' to which it is often compared. If you're looking for an interesting and different experience that is a little off the tourist trail, Seoul can definitely offer that opportunity.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Shanghai, The Best 2-Week Tours from Beijing, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to South Korea, and The Best Adventure Tours to South Korea.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayWuyuan $73Seoul $128
The average daily cost (per person) in Wuyuan is $73, while the average daily cost in Seoul is $128. 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 Wuyuan and Seoul in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personWuyuan $26Seoul $54
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomWuyuan $52Seoul $108
Compare Hotels in Wuyuan and Seoul
Looking for a hotel in Wuyuan or Seoul? 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: Seoul Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Wuyuan $13Seoul $15
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Seoul
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Seoul:
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Subway Card$3.58
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Short Taxi Ride$5.01
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Metro Ride$0.97
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Seoul City Pass Plus$7.16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Seoul
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Seoul:
- Private Airport Transfer: Seoul City to Incheon Airport 1-12 pax: $204
- Private Transfer from Seoul to Incheon Cruise Terminal(12 pax): $190
- Private Airport Transfer From Incheon Airport To Seoul(up to 12): $190
- Private Airport Transfer: Gimpo Airport to Seoul City (1-12 pax): $167
- Private Transfer To/From Incheon Airport (1-12pax): $164
- Seoul Incheon Airport ICN to Seoul - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $160
- Private transfer from Seoul hotel to Seoul Station and so on: $132
- Private Airport Transfer - Incheon Airport ⇔ Seoul (Up to 7 or 11 people): $130
- Seoul Incheon Airport (ICN) to Seoul- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $129
- Incheon Airport transfer directly to Seoul city: $113
- Premium Seoul Airport Transfer: Affordable & Convenience: $105
- [Cherry blossom]Gyeongju Tour from SEOUL transfer to BUSAN: $101
Is it cheaper to fly into Wuyuan or Seoul?
Prices for flights to both Seoul and Wuyuan 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 dayWuyuan $35Seoul $51
Typical Food Prices in Wuyuan
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Wuyuan:
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Gummy Candy$0.28
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Cookies$0.70
Typical Food Prices in Seoul
Some typical examples of dining costs in Seoul are as follows:
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Rice with Kimchi & Bacon$4.30
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Waffle$0.72
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Dippin' Dots$1.43
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Chicken Fried Rice$3.94
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Chicken Stick$1.43
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Drinking Yoghurt & Mi Chew$1.36
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Lunch Buffet$4.30
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Donut$0.72
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Mushroom Burger$3.72
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Green Tea Ice Cream$2.36
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Udon & Sushi$5.01
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Fresh Burger$3.44
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Soba Noodles Lunch$3.22
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Bibimbap Lunch$3.58
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Fried Rice$3.94
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Vietnamese Dinner$6.80
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Breakfast and Coffee for 2$6.80
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Donut$1.79
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Seoul
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Seoul.
- Guided Street Food Tour at Namdaemun Market: $45
- Seoul Night Run for Local-Favorite Korean BBQ Dinner: $50
- [Wine & K-BBQ] A Perfect Pairing Dinner in Sinchon: $51
- Wine & K-BBQ: A Perfect Pairing Dinner: $53
- Mangwon Market Food tour By Locals; Cheap Eats to Fancy Feast: $53
- Mangwon Market Food tour By Locals;Cheap Eats to Fancy Feast: $57
- Kimchi Dishes Cooking Class with Wine Pairing: $61
- Gwangjang Market Netflix Food Tour: $64
- Namdaemun Market Food Tour: $65
- Seoul by Night: Palaces, Market & Street Food Tour (Vegan Option): $65
- Guided City Wall Sunset Hike with Korean Dinner: $67
- Cooking Class in Seoul with Korean Grandma: $68
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Wuyuan $19Seoul $26
Typical Entertainment Prices in Seoul
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Seoul are as follows:
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Palace Tickets$5.73
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Movie Ticket$5.73
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Kimchi Museum$2.15
Tours and Activities in Seoul
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Seoul are as follows:
- DMZ, Eunpyeong village and Jinkwansa Temple Private Tour : $212
- Private Garden of Morning Calm Experience: $267
- Private Tour Nami Island & Morning Calm Garden: $256
- Seoul National Museum Walking Tour Experience: $35
- (Closed) Korea’s White House Walking Tour Blue House: $148
- (Small Group) Art and Architecture tour of Seoul: $121
- 1 Day Private Full DMZ Tour in Seoul with Crystal Gondola: $220
- 2 Hours Seoul Private Walking Tour Including Pick up: $59
- 2025 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best: DMZ Tour from Seoul: $29
- 2D 1N Phoenix Pyeongchang Reseot Stay + Trout Ice-Fishing Festival Tour: $144
- 3-Hour Self-guided Sokcho Tour with Private Transportation: $30
- Aegibong DMZ and Eunpyeong Hanok Village One Day Tour from Seoul: $51
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayWuyuan $14Seoul $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Seoul
Also in Seoul, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl: $25
- The Seoul Pub Crawl [official]: $26
- LGBTQ+ Pub Crawl and Drag Show with Local Drag Queen: $28
- Rice Wine Tasting with Sommelier - Finest Makgeolli (& Soju): $42
- Rice Wine Tasting with Sommelier - Finest Makgeolli (& Soju): $46
- Soju Tasting at Distillery: $51
- Premium Pub Crawl with Open Bottles: $57
- Chunpoong Makgeolli Brewery Tour: $59
- Korean Craft Makgeolli Brewery Tour & Tasting Experience: $60
- Craft Makgeolli Brewery Tour & Tasting Experience: $67
- Itaewon Premium Pub Crawl with Open Bottles: $73
- Learn and Craft Makgeolli in a Traditional Brewery: $78
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Wuyuan and Seoul, we can see that Seoul is more expensive. And not only is Wuyuan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Wuyuan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Wuyuan 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 Seoul would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Seoul than you might in Wuyuan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Wuyuan Expensive? and Is Seoul Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Wuyuan or Seoul?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Wuyuan or Seoul in the Summer?
Both Seoul and Wuyuan during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Seoul this time of year.
Wuyuan is a little warmer than Seoul in the summer. The daily temperature in Wuyuan averages around 30°C (85°F) in July, and Seoul fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
Seoul gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Wuyuan. Wuyuan usually gets less rain in July than Seoul. Wuyuan gets 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain, while Seoul receives 369 mm (14.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyWuyuan 30°C (85°F)Seoul 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Wuyuan or Seoul in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Wuyuan and Seoul. Also, many travelers come to Seoul for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene.
In the autumn, Wuyuan is a little warmer than Seoul. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Wuyuan in October average around 20°C (68°F), and Seoul averages at about 15°C (59°F).
In October, Wuyuan usually receives more rain than Seoul. Wuyuan gets 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Seoul receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberWuyuan 20°C (68°F)Seoul 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Wuyuan or Seoul in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Wuyuan as well as Seoul. Also, many visitors come to Seoul in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Seoul can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Wuyuan is generally much warmer than Seoul. Daily temperatures in Wuyuan average around 6°C (43°F), and Seoul fluctuates around -3°C (27°F).
Wuyuan usually gets more rain in January than Seoul. Wuyuan gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Seoul receives 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryWuyuan 6°C (43°F)Seoul -3°C (27°F)
Should I visit Wuyuan or Seoul in the Spring?
Both Seoul and Wuyuan are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Seoul for the activities around the city during these months.
Wuyuan is a little warmer than Seoul in the spring. The daily temperature in Wuyuan averages around 18°C (64°F) in April, and Seoul fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
It's quite rainy in Wuyuan. In April, Wuyuan usually receives more rain than Seoul. Wuyuan gets 238 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Seoul receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilWuyuan 18°C (64°F)Seoul 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Seoul and Wuyuan
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (43°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 123 mm (4.9 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 174 mm (6.8 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 18°C (64°F) | 238 mm (9.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| May | 23°C (73°F) | 257 mm (10.1 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (79°F) | 270 mm (10.6 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (85°F) | 192 mm (7.6 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 369 mm (14.5 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (85°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 294 mm (11.6 in) |
| Sep | 26°C (78°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 8°C (47°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
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