Which place is cheaper, Bikaner or Alexandria?
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 Alexandria or Bikaner?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Alexandria and Bikaner can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Alexandria or Bikaner?
Alexandria
There are few cities in the world with a history as rich, deep, tragic and fascinating than Alexandria, Egypt. Founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC, Egypt's second largest city has seen the most extreme ups and extreme downs. The city watched the beautiful and iconic Alexandria Lighthouse crumble to the ground after several natural disasters. The Alexandria Library housed their most sacred and historical documents only to be burned to the ground. These structures may be physically gone, but the history remains. Alexandria is a city with an ancient allure that draws in visitors from all over the world. Alexandria is a survivor city ready for a comeback.
Bikaner
Bikaner is located in the Rajasthan state in northwest India. This city is where the headquarters of Bikaner District and Division are located. The city was founded in 1486 by Rao Bika, and has a population of about 645,000 people.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, The Best Budget Tours to Egypt, The Best Bicycle Tours in India, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in India.
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Alexandria Prices
Egypt PricesBikaner Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAlexandria $27Bikaner $52
The average daily cost (per person) in Alexandria is $27, while the average daily cost in Bikaner is $52. 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 Alexandria and Bikaner in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAlexandria $9.92Bikaner $18
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAlexandria $20Bikaner $36
Compare Hotels in Alexandria and Bikaner
Looking for a hotel in Alexandria or Bikaner? 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: Alexandria Hotel Prices and Bikaner Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Alexandria $3.67Bikaner $11
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Alexandria
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Alexandria:
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Taxi to Train Station$0.08
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Alexandria
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Alexandria:
- transfer from Alexandria to Cairo airport, Cairo & Giza hotels: $55
- Private transfer from Alexandria to Luxor: $278
- Private Transfer from Borg El Arab Airport to Marsa Matrouh: $73
- Private Transfer from Borg El Arab Airport to El Alamein/Marassi: $49
- Private Transfer from Alexandria to El Cairo: $127
- Private Transfer from Alexandria to Cairo or vice versa: $160
- Private Transfer from Alexandria to Cairo in Egypt or vice versa: $134
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Port to Cairo or Giza Hotels: $68
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Hotels to Alexandria Airport: $20
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Cruise Port to Cairo City Hotels: $227
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Airport (HBE) to Alexandria Port: $43
- Private Transfer From Alexandria To Cairo Airport: $240
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bikaner
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Bikaner:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$0.21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bikaner
Also for Bikaner, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bikaner Airport to Bikaner Hotels drop: Private Transfers: $5.43
- Bikaner Heritage Walking Tour with Private Transfer: $136
- Bikaner Hotels to Bikaner Airport drop: Private Transfers: $5.43
- One-Way Transfer: Jaipur/Pushker/Jodhpur/Bikaner: $59
- Private Transfer From Bikaner To Jaisalmer: $60
- Private Transfer From Bikaner To Jodhpur: $48
- Self Guided Bikaner City Tour With One Way Transfer To Jaipur: $108
Is it cheaper to fly into Alexandria or Bikaner?
Prices for flights to both Bikaner and Alexandria 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 dayAlexandria $14Bikaner $25
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Alexandria
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Alexandria.
- Half-Day Food Tour in Alexandria, Egypt: $20
- Private Half Day Food Tour in Alexandria Egypt: $20
- Alexandria Food Tour Top Rated: $40
- Alexandria food Tour taste the Egyptian traditional food: $56
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bikaner
For Bikaner, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Rajasthani Cooking Class in Bikaner: $150
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Alexandria $5.12Bikaner $13
Tours and Activities in Alexandria
Here are a few actual costs in Alexandria for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2 Day Tour Visit the Top Attractions of Alexandria City: $196
- 6-Hour Day Tour to Alexandria Attractions with Pickup Included: $89
- 6-Hour Private Day Tour to Rashid from Alexandria: $100
- 8Days Egypt Tour package UltraLuxury Cairo,Alexandria&cruise: $4,190
- Alamein full day tour from Alexandria: $95
- Alexandria : Rosetta Day Tour from Alexandria: $130
- Alexandria By Night By Horse Carriage ride And Free Walking Tour: $70
- Alexandria By Night Private Tour By Horse Carriage Ride And Free Walking Tour: $68
- Alexandria City Tour from Cairo Full Day: $85
- Alexandria Day Tour Visit the Tob attractions of Alexandria City: $40
- Alexandria Day Tour from Alexandria Port or Hotels: $101
- Alexandria Day Tour from Cairo: $100
Tours and Activities in Bikaner
For Bikaner, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Heritage & Cultural Trails of Bikaner (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $12
- Heritage & Cultural Trails of Bikaner (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $12
- Discover Bikaner in Nightlights (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $12
- Bikaner 2 Hour Guided Street Food Tasting Tour: $22
- Bikaner Sightseeing with Tour Guide - Custom Hours, Itinerary: $49
- Royal Trails of Bikaner (Guided Half Day City Tour): $65
- Guided Bikaner City Tour With Drop Off at Jodhpur: $72
- Highlights of Bikaner, Guided Half-Day Car Tour: $72
- Private Custom Tour: Bikaner Sightseeing with Guide: $96
- A Private Guided Tour in Bikaner: $115
- Bikaner Full Day Sightseeing with Bhandeshwari Jain Temple and Lunch: $118
- Horse Carriage (Tonga) Tour In The Old City Of Bikaner: $124
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAlexandria $1.38Bikaner $10
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Alexandria and Bikaner, we can see that Bikaner is more expensive. And not only is Alexandria much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Alexandria is in Africa and Bikaner is in Asia, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Alexandria would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Alexandria 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 Bikaner would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bikaner than you might in Alexandria.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Alexandria Expensive? and Is Bikaner Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Alexandria or Bikaner?
Alexandria has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Bikaner. When comparing the sizes of Alexandria and Bikaner, 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.