It is surprisingly hard to find a straight answer to how much Korean ramen actually costs. Everyone says it is “cheap,” but almost nobody puts a per-packet number on it. The problem is that ramen in Korea is almost always sold in multi-packs. 4,150 won for a pack of 5. 7,470 won for a pack of 10. 29,820 won for a pack of 40. These raw prices tell you nothing about how brands compare, or whether the tag you spot at a supermarket aisle is a deal or a rip-off.
So I did this: on July 29, 2026, I transcribed every price visible on Coupang’s ramen category page, divided each by the number of packets, and converted everything to per-packet cost. I removed multi-brand variety packs and duplicate listings, leaving 85 distinct products sorted by unit price. The goal is not a ranking contest — it is a baseline you can use to check prices at Lotte Mart, E-Mart, convenience stores, or duty-free shops.
The Short Answer
- Per-packet prices cluster in the 600–1,100 won range. The cheapest soup ramen is Samyang Ramen at 604 won; the nation's staple Shin Ramyun runs 830 won (from a 5-pack at 4,150 won).
- Buying in bulk knocks 10–20% off the per-packet price. Shin Ramyun: 830 won (5-pack) → 745 won (60-pack). Samyang Ramen: 604 won (5-pack) → 544 won (40-pack).
- The pricey end is all new products and premium lines: Shin Ramyun Black at 1,420 won, Dungji Mul Naengmyun at 1,660 won, The Mishik Jangin Ramen at 1,818 won. On the flip side, Sari Myun (noodles without seasoning) drops to 338 won.
- These are online prices — generally the floor. Convenience stores charge nearly double for a single packet.
How to Read This Table
Look at three numbers together. ① The per-packet price — this is what you use to compare brands. ② The pack size and actual price at checkout — this is what you will pay. ③ The best bulk price — how low it goes if you buy a box.
Online retailers in Korea rarely sell ramen by the single packet. So “Shin Ramyun 830 won” does not mean you can buy one packet for 830 won. It means you pay 4,150 won and get 5 packets, making each packet worth 830 won. Grab a single packet at a convenience store and the price will be a completely different story.
How This Compares to Other Stores
- Large supermarkets often slap the same multi-pack price on the shelf. Divide the shelf tag by 5 and compare it to the table below.
- Convenience stores sell single packets at full retail. Expect 1.5 to 2 times the online per-packet price. Anything above that is a tourist zone markup.
- Watch out for coupon prices. The table below shows the price after Coupang coupons. When the coupon expires, the price bounces back (e.g., Neoguri 10-pack at 8,840 won → 7,950 won after coupon).
- Check the gram weight. A 97 g packet (dry noodle, gunmyun) and a 145 g packet (stir-fried noodle) are completely different products. Weight is listed in the table.
Everyday Soup Noodles — What Koreans Actually Pay
This is the real baseline. The steady-selling soup noodles that fill Korean shopping carts nearly all fall within 600–900 won per packet. Anything above that is a new release or a premium line.
🍜 Everyday Soup Noodles — Per-Packet Price (Coupang, July 29, 2026, sorted low to high)
| Product | Brand | Per Packet | Pack Size (You Pay) | Bulk Best Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samyang Ramen 120 g | Samyang | 604 won | 5-pack 3,020 won | 40-pack 21,780 won → 544 won |
| Ottogi Kimchi Ramen 120 g | Ottogi | 628 won | 5-pack 3,140 won | 40-pack 21,490 won → 537 won |
| Ottogi Ramen-ui Maepssody 120 g | Ottogi | 656 won | 5-pack 3,280 won | — |
| Ottogi Snack Myun 108 g | Ottogi | 694 won | 5-pack 3,470 won | 40-pack 21,440 won → 536 won |
| Samyang Ramen Spicy 120 g | Samyang | 736 won | 5-pack 3,680 won | 10-pack 6,880 won → 688 won |
| Nongshim Ansungtangmyun Mild 125 g | Nongshim | 736 won | 5-pack 3,680 won | — |
| Nongshim Ansungtangmyun Seafood 112 g | Nongshim | 736 won | 5-pack 3,680 won | 10-pack 7,360 won → 736 won |
| Nongshim Ansungtangmyun 125 g | Nongshim | 750 won | 5-pack 3,750 won | 40-pack 23,870 won → 597 won |
| Ottogi Jin Ramen Mild-Hot 120 g | Ottogi | 766 won | 5-pack 3,830 won | 20-pack 14,400 won → 720 won |
| Ottogi Yeul Ramen 120 g | Ottogi | 776 won | 5-pack 3,880 won | 40-pack 25,350 won → 634 won |
| Ottogi Jin Ramen Mild 120 g | Ottogi | 790 won | 5-pack 3,950 won | 40-pack 24,800 won → 620 won |
| Ottogi Jin Ramen Spicy 120 g | Ottogi | 790 won | 5-pack 3,950 won | 40-pack 25,020 won → 626 won |
| Nongshim Neoguri Mild 120 g | Nongshim | 795 won | 10-pack 7,950 won | — |
| Ottogi Odongtong Myun 120 g | Ottogi | 820 won | 5-pack 4,100 won | 40-pack 28,080 won → 702 won |
| Nongshim Shin Ramyun 120 g | Nongshim | 830 won | 5-pack 4,150 won | 60-pack 44,720 won → 745 won |
| Samyang Beef Ramen 120 g | Samyang | 836 won | 5-pack 4,180 won | 20-pack 13,140 won → 657 won |
| Nongshim Neoguri Hot 120 g | Nongshim | 884 won | 5-pack 4,420 won | 10-pack 7,950 won → 795 won |
| Samyang Masitneun Ramen 115 g | Samyang | 928 won | 5-pack 4,640 won | 10-pack 9,280 won → 928 won |
| Harim Kimchi Jjigae Ramen 112 g | Harim | 978 won | 4-pack 3,910 won | 8-pack 7,820 won → 978 won |
| Samyang Maeptaeng Garlic Clam 110 g | Samyang | 978 won | 4-pack 3,910 won | — |
| Paldo Saengmyeon Sikgam Spicy 96 g | Paldo | 985 won | 4-pack 3,940 won | — |
| Ottogi Chamkkae Ramen 115 g | Ottogi | 1,025 won | 4-pack 4,100 won | 32-pack 26,900 won → 841 won |
| Paldo Teumsae Ramen 120 g | Paldo | 1,030 won | 5-pack 5,150 won | 20-pack 17,300 won → 865 won |
| Nongshim Gamja Myun 117 g | Nongshim | 1,036 won | 5-pack 5,180 won | 10-pack 10,360 won → 1,036 won |
| Sun Ramen 100 g | 1,055 won | 4-pack 4,220 won | 8-pack 7,740 won → 968 won | |
| Nongshim Ramyun 124 g | Nongshim | 1,140 won | 4-pack 4,560 won | 8-pack 9,040 won → 1,130 won |
| Samyang 1963 Ramen 131 g | Samyang | 1,232 won | 4-pack 4,930 won | — |
| Harim Hool Ramen 112 g | Harim | 1,305 won | 4-pack 5,220 won | — |
Shin Ramyun Family & Premium Lines — How Much More?
1.3 to 2.2 times the base price. The original Shin Ramyun costs 830 won, but its derivative lines climb from 1,016 won (dry noodle) to 1,420 won (Black). The premium line strategy that Korean ramen companies have been pushing in recent years is written plainly on the price tags.
✨ Shin Ramyun Derivatives & Premium Soup Noodles
| Product | Brand | Per Packet | Pack Size (You Pay) | Bulk Best Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shin Ramyun Gunmyun 97 g | Nongshim | 1,016 won | 5-pack 5,080 won | 10-pack 9,500 won → 950 won |
| Shin Ramyun Gold 125 g | Nongshim | 1,122 won | 4-pack 4,490 won | — |
| Shin Ramyun Rosé 134 g | Nongshim | 1,122 won | 4-pack 4,490 won | 8-pack 8,240 won → 1,030 won |
| Shin Ramyun Toomba 137 g | Nongshim | 1,122 won | 4-pack 4,490 won | 8-pack 8,240 won → 1,030 won |
| Shin Ramyun The Red 125 g | Nongshim | 1,222 won | 4-pack 4,890 won | 8-pack 9,100 won → 1,138 won |
| Shin Ramyun Black 134 g | Nongshim | 1,420 won | 4-pack 5,680 won | 8-pack 10,400 won → 1,300 won |
| The Mishik Jangin Ramen Hot 116 g | Harim | 1,818 won | 4-pack 7,270 won | — |
| Paldo Sangnamja Ramen Garlic Yukgaejang 131 g | Paldo | 2,300 won | 4-pack 9,200 won | — |
This section matters to travelers for a different reason. Variants like Shin Ramyun Toomba, Rosé, and The Red are common in Korea but hard to find overseas — and when you do spot them at a Korean grocery abroad, the price tag is usually painful. If you are going to dedicate suitcase space to ramen, these limited-edition spin-offs make more sense than the original. For a data-driven look at what Koreans actually buy, check our Korean Local Ramen Brands Ranking guide.
Jjamppong, Gomtang & Other Broth Variations
Prices range widely from 890 to 1,565 won. The more complex the broth (added seasoning blocks, oil-based soup packets), the higher the price climbs.
🦐 Jjamppong, Seafood & Gomtang Series — Per-Packet Price
| Product | Brand | Per Packet | Pack Size (You Pay) | Bulk Best Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paldo Ilpum Seafood Ramen 115 g | Paldo | 890 won | 10-pack 8,900 won | — |
| Samyang Nagasaki Jjamppong 115 g | Samyang | 928 won | 5-pack 4,640 won | 10-pack 8,740 won → 874 won |
| Nongshim Hururuk Kalguksu 97 g | Nongshim | 952 won | 4-pack 3,810 won | — |
| Nongshim Sari Gomtang Myun 110 g | Nongshim | 962 won | 5-pack 4,810 won | 40-pack 32,170 won → 804 won |
| Samyang Sagol Gomtang Myun 110 g | Samyang | 990 won | 5-pack 4,950 won | — |
| Nongshim Ojingeo Jjamppong 124 g | Nongshim | 1,040 won | 5-pack 5,200 won | 40-pack 36,230 won → 906 won |
| Nongshim Mupama Tang Myun 122 g | Nongshim | 1,050 won | 4-pack 4,200 won | 8-pack 8,400 won → 1,050 won |
| Paldo Kokomen 115 g | Paldo | 1,190 won | 5-pack 5,950 won | 10-pack 10,400 won → 1,040 won |
| Yukgaejang Ramen 116 g | 1,212 won | 4-pack 4,850 won | 8-pack 8,140 won → 1,018 won | |
| Nongshim Saeutang Myun 122 g | Nongshim | 1,222 won | 4-pack 4,890 won | 8-pack 9,780 won → 1,222 won |
| Ottogi Beef Seaweed Soup Ramen 115 g | Ottogi | 1,225 won | 4-pack 4,900 won | 8-pack 8,800 won → 1,100 won |
| Ottogi Cream Jin Jjamppong 130 g | Ottogi | 1,280 won | 4-pack 5,120 won | — |
| Ottogi Jin Jjamppong 130 g | Ottogi | 1,325 won | 4-pack 5,300 won | 32-pack 31,370 won → 980 won |
| Nongshim Budae Jjigae Myun 127 g | Nongshim | 1,410 won | 4-pack 5,640 won | — |
| Ottogi Bugeoguk Ramen 110 g | Ottogi | 1,432 won | 4-pack 5,730 won | — |
| Ottogi Curry Myun Mild-Hot 130 g | Ottogi | 1,470 won | 4-pack 5,880 won | — |
| Nongshim Jang Kalguksu 103 g | Nongshim | 1,565 won | 4-pack 6,260 won | — |
Jjajang & Stir-Fried Noodles — Price Breakdown
Even within jjajang (black bean) ramen, prices nearly double. Jjajaroni sits at 840 won, Chapagetti at 1,060 won, and Chapagetti The Black at 1,300 won. The globally famous Buldak Bokkeummyun lands in the middle at 1,006 won (10-pack basis).
🔥 Jjajang & Stir-Fried Noodles — Per-Packet Price
| Product | Brand | Per Packet | Pack Size (You Pay) | Bulk Best Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samyang Olive Jjajaroni 140 g | Samyang | 812 won | 10-pack 8,120 won | — |
| Samyang Jjajaroni 140 g | Samyang | 840 won | 5-pack 4,200 won | — |
| Ottogi Jjashulang 145 g | Ottogi | 850 won | 5-pack 4,250 won | 40-pack 27,500 won → 688 won |
| Samyang Bokkeum Gan Jjamppong 140 g | Samyang | 952 won | 5-pack 4,760 won | 10-pack 9,080 won → 908 won |
| Samyang Buldak Bokkeummyun 140 g | Samyang | 1,006 won | 10-pack 10,060 won | 40-pack 35,470 won → 887 won |
| Nongshim Chapagetti 140 g | Nongshim | 1,060 won | 5-pack 5,300 won | 40-pack 35,400 won → 885 won |
| Nongshim Chapagetti Sichuan 137 g | Nongshim | 1,122 won | 4-pack 4,490 won | 16-pack 14,810 won → 926 won |
| Samyang Buldak Rosé 140 g | Samyang | 1,209 won | 8-pack 9,670 won | — |
| Nongshim Jjawang 140 g | Nongshim | 1,245 won | 4-pack 4,980 won | 8-pack 9,230 won → 1,154 won |
| Nongshim Chapagetti The Black 116 g | Nongshim | 1,300 won | 4-pack 5,200 won | 8-pack 9,460 won → 1,182 won |
| Samyang Jjareureu 140 g | Samyang | 1,325 won | 4-pack 5,300 won | 8-pack 9,540 won → 1,192 won |
| Paldo Rabokki 145 g | Paldo | 1,398 won | 4-pack 5,590 won | 8-pack 10,330 won → 1,291 won |
| Samyang Buldak Carbo 130 g | Samyang | 1,455 won | 4-pack 5,820 won | 8-pack 10,140 won → 1,268 won |
| Samyang Buldak Bokkeum Tang Myun 145 g | Samyang | 1,465 won | 4-pack 5,860 won | 8-pack 10,220 won → 1,278 won |
| Paldo Jjajangmyun 203 g | Paldo | 1,485 won | 4-pack 5,940 won | 8-pack 11,100 won → 1,388 won |
Why Buldak Isn't as Cheap as You'd Think
Buldak Bokkeummyun is known globally as Korea's representative spicy noodle, but on the domestic price ladder it sits in the upper-middle range. Stir-fried noodles have a heavier noodle block (140 g) and liquid sauce, which changes the cost structure. Plus, Buldak is already distributed worldwide — if you are looking for ramen you can only buy in Korea, this one drops down the priority list.
Bibimmyun & Cold Noodles — Summer's Hottest Shelf
In summer, this section takes the front row at every supermarket. The survey date (late July) is peak season, so discounts were also the deepest. Ottogi Jin Bibimmyun and Nongshim Baehongdong Bibimmyun are neck-and-neck at 732 won.
🥶 Bibimmyun, Naengmyun & Summer Noodles — Per-Packet Price
| Product | Brand | Per Packet | Pack Size (You Pay) | Bulk Best Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ottogi Buckwheat Bibim Myun 130 g | Ottogi | 715 won | 8-pack 5,720 won | — |
| Ottogi Jin Bibimmyun 156 g | Ottogi | 732 won | 4-pack 2,930 won | 32-pack 19,040 won → 595 won |
| Nongshim Baehongdong Bibimmyun 137 g | Nongshim | 732 won | 4-pack 2,930 won | 32-pack 19,340 won → 604 won |
| The Mishik Bibimmyun 138 g | Harim | 750 won | 8-pack 6,000 won | — |
| Paldo Bibimmyun 130 g | Paldo | 798 won | 5-pack 3,990 won | 40-pack 29,280 won → 732 won |
| Ottogi Kongguksu Ramen 135 g | Ottogi | 945 won | 8-pack 7,560 won | — |
| Nongshim Baehongdong Makguksu 114 g | Nongshim | 1,000 won | 4-pack 4,000 won | 8-pack 8,000 won → 1,000 won |
| Nongshim Memil Soba 127 g | Nongshim | 1,016 won | 5-pack 5,080 won | 10-pack 8,510 won → 851 won |
| Nongshim Baehongdong Jjoljjol Myun 129 g | Nongshim | 1,052 won | 8-pack 8,420 won | — |
| Ottogi Jin Mil Myun 135 g | Ottogi | 1,120 won | 4-pack 4,480 won | 12-pack 10,610 won → 884 won |
| Nongshim Baehongdong Kalbim Myun 128 g | Nongshim | 1,148 won | 4-pack 4,590 won | 8-pack 8,420 won → 1,052 won |
| Paldo Bibimmyun The Blue 135 g | Paldo | 1,222 won | 4-pack 4,890 won | 8-pack 9,420 won → 1,178 won |
| Nongshim Dungji Bibim Naengmyun 162 g | Nongshim | 1,620 won | 4-pack 6,480 won | 8-pack 11,460 won → 1,432 won |
| Nongshim Dungji Mul Naengmyun 161 g | Nongshim | 1,660 won | 4-pack 6,640 won | 8-pack 11,820 won → 1,478 won |
Why Are Sari Myun (Noodles Only) So Cheap?
Because there is no seasoning packet. Sari Myun — plain noodles with no soup base — starts at 338 won per packet. Koreans use these to bulk up budae jjigae (army stew) or hot pot, or to add extra noodles when one packet of ramen is not enough. The price gap also reveals just how much of a ramen packet’s cost goes into the seasoning.
🍥 Sari Myun (Noodles without Seasoning) — Per-Packet Price
| Product | Brand | Per Packet | Pack Size (You Pay) | Bulk Best Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nongshim Sari Myun 110 g | Nongshim | 338 won | 5-pack 1,690 won | 40-pack 12,860 won → 322 won |
| Ottogi Ramen Sari 110 g | Ottogi | 370 won | 5-pack 1,850 won | 48-pack 15,390 won → 321 won |
| Pulmuone Non-fried Sari 92 g | Pulmuone | 500 won | 10-pack 5,000 won | — |
How Much Do You Save Buying in Bulk?
Roughly 10–20%. Here is the per-packet drop from the smallest to the largest pack for representative products across the table.
📦 Per-Packet Price Drop by Bundle Size (5 Representative Products)
| Product | Smallest Pack | Largest Pack | Drop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ottogi Snack Myun | 5-pack 694 won | 40-pack 536 won | −23% |
| Ottogi Kimchi Ramen | 5-pack 628 won | 40-pack 537 won | −14% |
| Ottogi Jin Ramen Mild | 5-pack 790 won | 40-pack 620 won | −22% |
| Nongshim Chapagetti | 5-pack 1,060 won | 40-pack 885 won | −17% |
| Nongshim Shin Ramyun | 5-pack 830 won | 60-pack 745 won | −10% |
The standout here is that Shin Ramyun has the smallest drop. Even buying 60 packets only shaves off 10%. That is the power of the No. 1 brand — it sells without needing deep bulk discounts. Meanwhile, budget lines like Snack Myun and Jin Ramen compete aggressively on box-size markdowns.
Practical Advice for Travelers
- Skip the bulk boxes. A 40-pack of Shin Ramyun weighs about 5 kg — that is your entire checked luggage allowance filled with noodles.
- A 4- or 5-pack is your suitcase unit. A 5-pack weighs roughly 600 g and lies flat in your bag.
- Check customs regulations for seasoned noodles. Soup packets containing beef or chicken powder can cause issues in Australia, New Zealand, the US, and other countries. Sari Gomtang Myun and Beef Ramen are the usual suspects.
- Online delivery usually requires a Korean address. Coupang Rocket Delivery is tricky without an ARC (Alien Registration Card) — see our guide on Where Koreans Shop Online for details.
Where Should Travelers Actually Buy Ramen?
One visit to a large supermarket the day before your flight is the most efficient move. Online prices are a reference point, but the channels you can actually use as a traveler are supermarkets and convenience stores. The large supermarket right next to Seoul Station connects directly to AREX (the airport railroad), stays open until midnight, and makes an excellent final stop — our Seoul Station Lotte Mart Guide covers the store layout and tax refund process. If you just want to try one or two packets for a quick snack, check our Korea Convenience Store Brand Guide.
Data & Methodology
- Collection Date: July 29, 2026 (Wednesday)
- Source: Prices displayed on Coupang's ramen category listing page (after coupon and instant discount application, excluding loyalty points)
- Calculation Method: Displayed price ÷ number of packets = per-packet cost, rounded to the nearest won. Per-100 g pricing is not used (weights vary across products, making brand-to-brand comparison unreliable).
- Exclusions: Multi-brand variety packs, cup noodles, duplicate listings for identical products (lowest price selected), imported ramen not from Korean brands.
- Note: Coupang prices change by the hour. This table is a snapshot of one point in time — use it as a reference baseline for channel comparison, not as a fixed price list.