Which place is cheaper, Tokyo or Agra?
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 Agra or Tokyo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Agra or Tokyo, 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 Tokyo?
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.
Tokyo
Tokyo, the capital of Japan, is by far the most populous city in the world with a staggering 37 million people. As a worldwide hub for technology and business, it hosts millions of visitors annually. But Tokyo is not just a place for business trips. With its incredible mixture of historical temples and shrines, remarkably beautiful parks, endless shopping malls, and genuinely wonderful people, Tokyo is a terrific place to visit and to explore.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Mumbai, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to India, The Best 2-Week Tours in Japan, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAgra $55Tokyo $192
The average daily cost (per person) in Agra is $55, while the average daily cost in Tokyo is $192. 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 Tokyo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAgra $15Tokyo $81
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAgra $30Tokyo $162
Compare Hotels in Agra and Tokyo
Looking for a hotel in Agra or Tokyo? 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 Tokyo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Agra $10Tokyo $18
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$0.59
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Agra
Also for Agra, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer Agra to Varnashi: $230
- Budget Transfer by Car from Agra to Varanasi Hotel: $200
- Transfer from Delhi to Jaipur with Tajmahal sight seeing: $187
- Private Transfer : Agra to Varanasi by Car: $180
- Private transfer from Agra to Varanasi by Car: $161
- Private Transfer From Agra To Udaipur: $160
- Private One Way Transfer From Agra To Udaipur: $150
- Agra Half-Day City Tour and Transfer to Delhi: $136
- Private Transfer Agra to Varanasi by Car: $130
- Agra to Delhi airport transfer by air-conditioned car: $130
- Private Transfer To Jaipur From Agra Via Fatehpur Sikri And Abhaneri: $120
- Private Transfers Agra To Lucknow Drop: $120
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tokyo
Also for Tokyo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer between Tokyo and Hakuba or Nozawa: $1,253
- Hakuba: Private transfer from/to Tokyo/HND by minibus max 9: $1,107
- Narita To Nagano Private Airport Transfer / Green Number Car: $1,044
- To/From Private Luxury Transfer to/from Kyoto (1 Way): $766
- Private Luxury Transfer to/from Shirakawa go (1 way): $766
- Private Luxury Transfer To/From Nagano (1 way): $766
- Private Luxury Car Transfer To/From Osaka. (one way): $766
- One Way Shuttle Van Transfer, Tokyo ⇔ Nagano: $752
- Haneda airport to/from Naeba city Private Transfer: $717
- Haneda airport to/from Karuizawa Town Private Transfer: $626
- Haneda Airport to/from Kamakura City Private Transfer: $529
- Private Customizable Tour with Transfer: $501
Is it cheaper to fly into Agra or Tokyo?
Prices for flights to both Tokyo 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 $26Tokyo $67
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$2.11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Agra
For Agra, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Agra best Cooking class after Taj Mahal: $5.86
- Agra Cooking Classes (Pick up and Drop available): $18
- Local Food Tour with Cooking Class in Home Agra: $21
- Tuk-Tuk Ride and Street Food Tour with Spice Market: $22
- Old City & Street Food Tour with Vechicle Choice: $22
- Cooking Workshop and Vegetarian Dinner in Agra with Family: $29
- Agra's best cooking classes: $30
- Street Food Tour with Spice Market on Tuk-Tuk Ride: $31
- Private Indian Cooking Demonstration and In-Home Meal Minutes from the Taj Mahal: $33
- Watch Bollywood Movie with Dinner in Agra: $35
- Indian Food Private Cooking Class: $35
- Seth Gali Bazaar Walk with Lavish on table barbecue dinner: $38
Typical Food Prices in Tokyo
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tokyo:
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Late Night Noodles$5.44
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Conveyor Belt Sushi Snack$5.44
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Meal at Airport$7.10
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tokyo
For Tokyo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Guided Kichijoji Food Tour in Tokyo: $7.17
- Hide's Table A Unique Dinner Gathering Every Wednesday Night: $7.19
- Tokyo : Vintage, Music & Food Tour in Shimokitazawa with a Local: $27
- Takoyaki cooking experience in Kabukicho, Shinjuku: $28
- Shinjuku Izakaya & Bar Hopping Food Tour: $30
- Easy Ramen Cooking Experience in Kabukicho, Shinjuku: $31
- Tsukiji Fish Market Street Food Tour: $35
- Guided Tsukiji’s Local Food Tour : $36
- Shinjuku Izakaya & Bar Hopping Food Tour: $38
- Private Beginner Japanese Cooking Class near Tokyo : $39
- Shinjuku Local Bar Hopping and Food Tour: $42
- Tokyo Fish Market Food Tour: Street Food & Friendly Guide: $42
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Agra $19Tokyo $71
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$7.02
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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.
- Agra Local Tour with Taj Mahal : $30
- Jaipur Overnight Tour from Agra : $300
- Private 6 Hours: Agra Temples and Spiritual Sites Tour: $38
- Private Agra Local Sightseeing Tour: $47
- Private Agra Tour to TajMahal from Delhi by Car: $30
- Private Taj Mahal and Agra Fort Day Tour: $41
- Tajmahal Sunrise And Sunset Tour in Agra with Fatehpur Sikri: $36
- "Taj Mahal Royal Experience: Skip-Ticket Line with Private Guide": $15
- "Yamuna Serenity: Backside Taj Mahal Tour": $104
- 05-Hours Taj Mahal & Agra Day Tour by TUK TUK: $5.00
- 06 Hours Agra City Tour - Private: $83
- 1 Day Agra and 1 Day Jaipur Private Tour from Agra: $202
Tours and Activities in Tokyo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tokyo.
- 4 Hours Shibuya - Shinjuku Night Tour: $86
- Authentic Samurai Experience With Real Actors: $108
- Explore Tokyo Authentic Tribal Dance Experience: $86
- Kyu-Yasuda, Kiyosumi and Hama-Rikyu Tokyo Garden Tour: $167
- Mt. Fuji Roundtrip Tours From Shinjuku, Japan: $84
- Private Breakfast Tour at Tsukiji Outer Market: $109
- Private Tour in Maniac Places in Asakusa: $109
- Private Walking Tour Tokyo's Fukagawa Edo Museum: $108
- Tokyo Skytree Private Walking Tour Experience With cafe inside: $196
- Akihabara Otaku Tour - 1.5h Guided Shopping: $99
- "Enjoy Tokyo Tour" Harajuku Meiji-jingu & Delicious Sake Tasting: $73
- "Ginza → Tsukishima" Walking and Japanese Style Fun Dining Tour: $145
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAgra $9.42Tokyo $34
Typical Alcohol Prices in Tokyo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Tokyo:
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Sake$4.08
Sample the Local Flavors in Tokyo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Tokyo:
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: $26
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: Unique Japanese Drinks in Shimokitazawa: $35
- Low-cost local pub & bar crawling: $36
- Shibuya Night Waling & Food and Bar Crawl Tour: $42
- 3 Hours Pub Crawl Welcome Guided Tour in Shibuya: $52
- 3-Hour Tokyo Pub Crawl Weekly Welcome Guided Tour in Shibuya: $56
- Ueno: Cultural & Food Adventure: Park, Market Stroll & Pub crawl : $97
- Toshimaya Sake Brewery Tour with Sake Tasting: $97
- Private Shinjuku Nightlife Walking Tour & Golden-Gai Bar Crawl: $120
- Private Sake Tasting at 300 Years Old Sake Brewery in Tokyo : $137
- Mt. Fuji viewing & Suntory Hakushu Distillery Whisky Museum: $139
- Sake Brewery and Spiritual Nature Tour in Okutama Tokyo: $149
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Agra and Tokyo, we can see that Tokyo is more expensive. And not only is Agra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Agra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Agra 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 Tokyo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tokyo than you might in Agra.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Agra Expensive? and Is Tokyo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Agra or Tokyo?
Tokyo has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Agra. When comparing the sizes of Agra and Tokyo, 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.