If you're planning a mid-range trip 🏨 — staying at 3–4 star hotels, eating at standard restaurants, mainly using the subway/bus with occasional taxis, and including sightseeing fees — here's a rough breakdown of what you might need.
💡 Note: Does not include international flights (Thailand–Korea), shopping, or high-cost activities.
🗓️ 3 Days → ~8,000–15,000 THB / person
Perfect for a focused Seoul experience.
🏨 Accommodation → ~3,500–6,000 THB
🍜 Food → ~1,500–2,500 THB
🚇 Transportation → ~800–1,500 THB
🎟️ Attractions → ~500–1,500 THB
☕ Café / Snacks → ~700–1,500 THB
📍 Example Route
Seoul → Gyeongbokgung → Bukchon → Myeongdong → Hongdae
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🗓️ 5 Days → ~14,000–25,000 THB / person
Best for Seoul + Day Trips or adding Busan to the mix.
🏨 Accommodation → ~5,500–9,000 THB
🍜 Food → ~2,500–4,000 THB
🚇/🚄 Transportation → ~1,500–3,000 THB
🎟️ Attractions → ~1,000–2,500 THB
☕ Café / Snacks → ~1,000–2,000 THB
📍 Example Route
Seoul → Nami Island → Suwon
OR
Seoul → Busan
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🗓️ 7 Days → ~20,000–35,000 THB / person
Perfect for exploring Seoul + Busan + Day Trips.
🏨 Accommodation → ~7,500–13,000 THB
🍜 Food → ~3,500–5,500 THB
🚇/🚄 Transportation → ~2,500–5,000 THB
🎟️ Attractions → ~1,500–3,500 THB
☕ Café / Snacks → ~1,500–3,000 THB
📍 Example Route
Seoul → Suwon → Gyeongju → Busan
OR
Seoul → Busan → Seoul
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🗓️ 9 Days → ~27,000–45,000 THB / person
Suitable for multi-city routes or adding Jeju Island.
🏨 Accommodation → ~10,000–17,000 THB
🍜 Food → ~4,500–7,000 THB
🚄/✈️ Transportation → ~4,000–8,000+ THB
🎟️ Attractions → ~2,000–4,000 THB
☕ Café / Snacks → ~2,000–3,500 THB
📍 Example Route
Seoul → Gyeongju → Busan → Jeju
OR
Seoul → Sokcho → Gangneung → Busan
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💰 Main Expenses
🏨 Accommodation
Roughly 1,500–3,500 THB / person / night (shared between 2 people).
Prices in Seoul and Busan vary based on location and timing, especially during festivals or peak seasons.
🍜 Food
Roughly 500–1,000 THB / day
🍙 Convenience Stores
🍜 Local Restaurants
🥘 Korean BBQ
☕ Cafés
🍰 Desserts
If you prioritize famous cafés and restaurants, your budget can easily increase.
🚇 Transportation
Roughly 250–800+ THB / day for city travel.
🚇 Subway
🚌 Bus
🚕 Taxi
For intercity travel via KTX or flying to Jeju, budget extra accordingly.
🎟️ Attractions
Roughly 300–800+ THB / day
🏯 Palaces
🎨 Museums
🎡 Theme Parks
🌿 Nature Attractions
📸 Observation Decks
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✈️ Separate Expenses to Consider
✈️ International Flights (Thailand–Korea)
Budget this separately from daily costs.
🚄 KTX
If traveling between Seoul ↔ Busan / Gyeongju.
✈️ Domestic Flights
If visiting Jeju Island.
🚗 Rental Car
Especially useful for Jeju.
🎢 Theme Parks
Such as Lotte World or Everland.
🛍️ Shopping
Highly recommended to set a separate budget for this, as it's the hardest cost to control.
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🧮 Quick Estimate
🇰🇷 3 Days → ~8,000–15,000 THB
🇰🇷 5 Days → ~14,000–25,000 THB
🇰🇷 7 Days → ~20,000–35,000 THB
🇰🇷 9 Days → ~27,000–45,000 THB
· ✈️ Flight Tickets
· 🛍️ Shopping
· 🎢 Theme Parks / Special Activities
💡 Tip
To keep your budget in check, focus on these 3 points:
🏨 Accommodation → Choose a place near a subway station.
🚄 Intercity Travel → Avoid changing cities too often.
🛍️ Shopping → Set a budget separate from your sightseeing costs.
3–4 Days → Seoul
5 Days → Seoul + Day Trips
7 Days → Seoul + Busan
9 Days → Seoul + Gyeongju + Busan OR add Jeju
🇰🇷 The number of cities you visit significantly impacts your budget, particularly when KTX, domestic flights, or car rentals are involved.
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