How affordable is it to get around South Korea compared with other major cities? 🚇🚌 A one-way public transit ride costs about $1.05 in Seoul and $1.01 in Busan—lower than Tokyo ($1.32) and Hong Kong ($1.44), and far below major cities such as London ($4.49), Berlin ($4.67), and Sydney ($3.95). Affordable public transportation is one of Korea’s key strengths as a travel destination. Lower fares can make it easier for visitors to explore more places, while leaving more room in their travel budget for dining, shopping, and local experiences. South Korea also combines relatively low fares with convenient, high-quality public transit, including punctual service, multilingual guidance, and free Wi-Fi. 📊 Learn more about the price competitiveness of Korean tourist cities in the full report. [Yanolja Research Insights Vol.40] Analysis of Price Competitiveness of Korean Tourist Cities: An International Comparison