Which place is cheaper, Hue or Agra?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Agra or Hue?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Agra or Hue, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Agra or Hue?
Agra
In the north of India, in the state of Uttar Pradesh is the city of Agra. This land is home to great tales of emperors and majestic temples. It is the home to a magnificent past and the greatest symbol of love known to man, the Taj Mahal.
While this incredible structure is the main draw to this area, there is much more to see. Once the capital of the Mughal Empire, Agra can claim three different UNESCO World Heritage sites - the Taj Mahal, the Agra Fort and the abandoned city of Fatehpur Sikiri.
Hue
Hue is a major city in central Vietnam and was historically the imperial capital. The city was the base for the imperial Nguyen Dynasty, which ruled from 1802 to 1945. During the Vietnam War the city faced many challenges. It was conquered by the Viet Cong and held for 24 days. During this time about 3,000 people were slaughtered for their political views, education level, or religious affiliation.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in India, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in India, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Vietnam, and The Best Cultural Tours in Vietnam.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAgra $44Hue $49
The average daily cost (per person) in Agra is $44, while the average daily cost in Hue is $49. 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 Agra and Hue in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAgra $16Hue $23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAgra $32Hue $46
Compare Hotels in Agra and Hue
Looking for a hotel in Agra or Hue? 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: Agra Hotel Prices and Hue Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Agra $10Hue $12
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Agra
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Agra:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$0.60
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Agra
Also for Agra, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Pickup/Dropoff Taj Mahal/Airport/hotel transfer: $1.19
- Delhi: Same Day Taj Mahal, Agra Tour with Pickup & Transfer.: $2.09
- Delhi: Taj Mahal & Agra Fort Sunrise Tour with Transfers: $2.38
- Private Taj Mahal and Agra Day Tour with Transfer: $2.50
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal Day Trip with City Tour & Transfers: $4.53
- Sunrise Taj Mahal and Agra Fort Half-Day Tour with Transfer: $5.36
- Taj Mahal & Agra Private Day Trip with Transfers From Delhi: $5.36
- Private Transfer from Agra railway station to Hotel In Agra: $5.50
- Round Trip Transfers Between Agra Hotels & Agra Airport AGR: $6.11
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal & Agra Private Day Trip with Transfer: $6.94
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal & Agra Private Day Trip with Transfers: $8.05
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal Sunrise & Agra Day Tour with Transfers: $8.05
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hue
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Hue:
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Cyclo$0.49
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Short Taxi Ride$0.89
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Taxi Ride to Tombs$14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hue
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hue:
- Hue city day trip with Guide, lunch &transfer from Chan May Port : $169
- Private Transfer To Hue Via My Son Sanctuary :Hoi An/Da Nang: $135
- Private Transfer From Hue To Phong Nha: $135
- Da Nang Airport: Private Transfer to/from Hue City: $119
- Hue to Hoi An Jeep Tour Private Transfer via Hai Van Pass 1 Way: $119
- Private Transfer: Hoi An City Center - Hue City Center: $115
- Hue Transfer to Hoi An Via Hai Van Pass & Golden Bridge: $114
- Hue & Hoi An Transfer: Private Car Sightseeing Trip: $112
- From Hue /HoiAn: Sightseeing Transfer Between Hue and Hoi An: $105
- Da Nang City : Private Car Transfer to Da Nang/From Hue City: $98
- Sightseeing Transfer Between Hue and Hoi An: $98
- Transfer from Hue to Hoi An with Private Car: $98
Is it cheaper to fly into Agra or Hue?
Prices for flights to both Hue and Agra 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 dayAgra $16Hue $15
Typical Food Prices in Agra
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Agra:
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Breakfast for Two$2.14
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Agra
For Agra, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Agra Food Tour: $5.96
- Agra best Cooking class after Taj Mahal: $5.96
- Street Food Tour with Spice Market on Tuk-Tuk: $9.51
- Street Food Tour with Spice Market on Tuk-Tuk: $10
- From Local Street Food Tour By TUK-TUK: $11
- Agra Cooking Classes & Experiences (Pick up and Drop): $18
- Agra Cooking Classes (Pick up and Drop available): $18
- Agra Heritage Walk with Food Tour: $20
- Local Food Tour with Cooking Class in Home Agra: $21
- Old City Food Tour with Local Guide and Tastings: $23
- Cooking Class and Much More in a Local Family Home: $29
- Cooking Workshop and Vegetarian Dinner in Agra with Family: $30
Typical Food Prices in Hue
Some typical examples of dining costs in Hue are as follows:
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River Night Market Dinner (for Two)$8.13
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Two Sugarcane Drinks$0.81
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Quick Lunch (for Two)$2.23
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Sitdown Dinner (for Two)$4.47
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hue
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hue.
- Discover a pizza experience with a flavorful Asian twist: $13
- Hue Walking Street Food Tour: $27
- Hue Food Tour: Taste and tales along Perfume River: $32
- Hue Food Tour by Walking or Cyclo or Motorbike with Driver: $33
- Vietnamese Cooking Class with Local Family: $33
- Hue Food Tour by Walking or Cyclo or Motorcycle with Driver: $34
- Hue : Vegetarian Cooking Class with Local Family: $34
- Vietnamese Cooking Class with Local Family in Hue: $34
- Vietnamese Cooking Class with Local Family in Hue: $34
- HUE : NIGHT WALKING AND STREET FOOD TOUR: $34
- Hue : Night Street Food Tour with a Local Guide: $35
- Walking street food tour: $35
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Agra $20Hue $11
Typical Entertainment Prices in Agra
For Agra, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Entry to the Red Fort for Two$7.14
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Taj Mahal for Two$18
Tours and Activities in Agra
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Agra.
- Skip-the-Line Taj Mahal & Agra Fort Private Tour: $0.14
- Mughal Carpet Co. Agra :- Handmade Rugs Demonstration Tour: $0.83
- Handmade Marble Demonstration Tour: $1.01
- Taj Mahal Skip-the-Line Entry with Guided Tour: $1.19
- Agra : Taj Mahal tour with guide: $1.19
- Agra:Taj Mahal Skip-The-Line Guided Tour with Free Breakfast: $1.19
- From Delhi: Sameday Taj Mahal & Agra Tour With Express Entry: $1.79
- Private Taj Mahal Skip-The-Line Tour: $1.79
- Taj Mahal and Agra Private Guided Tour from Delhi by AC Car: $2.00
- From Delhi: 5* Meal & Taj Mahal & Agra Tour by Express Train: $2.00
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal Sunrise & Agra Day Tour by Car: $2.00
- From Taj Mahal & Fort Skip-the-Line Tour with Options: $2.00
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hue
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Hue are as follows:
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Boat Ride$7.92
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Bicycle Rental (One Day)$1.14
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Imperial Citadel Entrance$3.25
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Massage at Institute for the Blind$1.63
Tours and Activities in Hue
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Hue are as follows:
- Hue - Bach Ma National Park Group Tour : $300
- Hue City Full-Day Tour with Boat Trip on Perfume River and Lunch: $128
- Hue City: Full-Day Guided Tour - Imperial City - All Inclusive: $59
- Phong Nha and Paradise Caves 2 Day Adventure from Hue: $113
- SHORE EXCURSION from CHAN MAY Port to visit HOI AN CITY & HOI AN VILLAGE TOUR : $150
- 1-day Hue full day city tour: $39
- 13 Days Private Tour Highlights of Cambodia & Vietnam: $4,980
- 2 Day Motorbike Tour from Hue to Hoi An by Mister T Easy Rider: $160
- 2-Day Phong Nha-Ke Bang Cave Adventure from Hue: $250
- 2-Day Scenic Adventure from Hue to Phong Nha and Paradise Caves: $119
- 3-day Hue city tour: $172
- A DAY NET ZERO TOUR IN HUE: $120
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAgra $9.58Hue $5.89
Typical Alcohol Prices in Hue
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Hue:
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Beer$1.02
When comparing the travel costs between Agra and Hue, we can see that Hue is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Agra Expensive? and Is Hue Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Agra or Hue?
Agra has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Hue. When comparing the sizes of Agra and Hue, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.