A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Amman vs. Bath for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Amman or Bath?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Amman and Bath. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.

Where Should I go: Amman or Bath?

Amman

Amman is the largest city in of the Hashemite Kingdom of the country of Jordan. It is also the capital city of Jordan and has a population of over four million people. Many people use Amman as a base for venturing out into the rest of Jordan and other surrounding countries. There are many things to see and do in Amman.

Bath

Bath is most famous as a historic spa city, and as such, it has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is only 100 miles west of London and it is a wonderful, historic city with excellent architecture and great hot springs. It's a popular travel destination for international visitors and Brits alike. It is charmingly positioned in the rolling hills of the Somerset countryside just south of the Cotswolds. The city itself has a population of about 80,000 and gives you a sampling of attractions including a range of restaurants, theaters, pubs, and museums.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Edinburgh, and The Best 10-Day Tours from London.


Which place is cheaper, Bath or Amman?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Amman Prices
    Jordan Prices
    Bath Prices
    UK Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Amman $135
    Bath $232

The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Bath is $232. 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 Amman and Bath in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Amman $49
    Bath $106
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Amman $98
    Bath $212
Compare Hotels in Amman and Bath

Looking for a hotel in Amman or Bath? 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.

Hotels in Amman


Hotels in Bath


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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: Amman Hotel Prices and Bath Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Amman $24
    Bath $35
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Amman

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Amman:


  • Bus Ride (for Two)
    $0.71
  • RIde to Airport
    $28

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amman

Also for Amman, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Transfer to Petra from Amman /Amman Airport: $250
  • Stress-Free Airport Transfers: Queen Alia to Anywhere in Jordan: $26
  • Queen Alia International Airport Transfers To Amman, Petra.: $235
  • Queen Alia Airport to Amman – Private Transfer with Wi-Fi: $20
  • Queen Alia Airport Transfers From / To Amman, Petra, Dead Sea.: $45
  • Queen Alia Airport Transfer Pick-Up and Drop-Off Service: $50
  • Private Transfer: From Amman City to Airport: $40
  • Private Transfer: Amman Airport to Wadi Rum: $133
  • Private Transfer from Queen Alia Airport, Amman to The Dead Sea: $155
  • Private Transfer from Madaba Hotel to Amman Airport: $47
  • Private Transfer from Amman to the Dead Sea: $48
  • Private Transfer from Amman to Petra, Wadi Musa: $259

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bath

Also for Bath, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Private Transfer: From Bath to London Heathrow Airport.: $212
  • LHR to Bath Executive SUV Transfer: $794
  • Bus Transfer to/from Bristol Airport: $25
  • "Private Transfer: London Heathrow Airport to Bath".: $210

Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Bath?

Prices for flights to both Bath and Amman 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Amman $58
    Bath $101
Typical Food Prices in Amman

For Amman, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Pastries
    $4.23
  • Tea
    $5.64

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Amman

For Amman, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Amman by Night Tour with Local Dinner: $35
  • private cooking with local chef: $40
  • Private 2 Hour Cooking Class with the Locals in Amman: $50
  • Guided Food Tour in Downtown: $70
  • Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner Experience: $80
  • Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant in Amman: $80
  • Women-Led Food Tour Through Amman’s Culinary Scene: $80
  • The Best Culture&Food Tour With Majd The Local Guide: $81
  • Private Lunch or Dinner at Alee Restaurant in Amman: $120
  • Half Day Cooking Class Experience with Amman Panoramic Tour: $127
  • Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience: $147
  • Private Food Tour in Amman by Day (inc Citadel & Roman Theatre): $199

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Amman $32
    Bath $22

Tours and Activities in Amman

For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • 1-Night Private Overnight Dead Sea Independent Tour from Amman: $145
  • 1-Night Private Overnight Madaba Independent Tour from Amman: $170
  • 1-Night Private Overnight Wadi Mujib Independent Tour from Amman: $271
  • 1Day Private spiritual Tour to Amman Madaba Baptism site Dead Sea: $100
  • 2 Day Group Tour from Amman to Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba Dead Sea: $250
  • 2 Day Petra Shobak Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $195
  • 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $195
  • 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Madaba Mount Nebo and Dead Sea Privet Tour: $195
  • 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Madaba and Mount Nebo Private Guided Tour: $195
  • 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Mount Nebo and Dead Sea Private Tour: $195
  • 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Amman City Tour Private Guided Tour: $195
  • 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Aqaba Private Guided Tour: $195

Typical Entertainment Prices in Bath

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Bath's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • Thermal Bath Spa
    $47

Tours and Activities in Bath

For Bath, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Wells' Cloisters and Cathedrals: $6.99
  • Bad of Bath fun Walking Tour of Bath: $30
  • Bath 'City' Cycle Tour: $54
  • Bath & Oxford Day Trip from London - Self-Guided Audio Tours: $20
  • Bath : 2 Hour Historic Walking Tour With An App: $9.99
  • Bath Bridgeton Shoot Locations Walking Tour with an APP: $9.99
  • Bath Ghost Tour: Scented Stories, Dark Humour & Haunted History: $27
  • Bath Iconic Landmarks and Hidden Gems Self Guided Walking Tour: $6.80
  • Bath Private Family Tour With Bath University Guide: $102
  • Bath Private Guided Walking Tour: $291
  • Bath Private Guided Walking Tour: $284
  • Bath Private Walking Tour with a Local: $49

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Amman $14
    Bath $18

Sample the Local Flavors in Amman

Also in Amman, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Private Wine Tasting Tour in Amman and Boulevard Walking Tour: $93
  • Full Day Tour of Ajloun Castle with Cable Car and Wine Tasting: $127


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Bath, we can see that Bath is more expensive. And not only is Amman much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and Bath is in Europe, 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 Amman would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Amman 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 Bath would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bath than you might in Amman.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Bath Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Amman or Bath?

Amman has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Bath. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Bath, 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.