Which place is cheaper, Shijiazhuang or Bali?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bali or Shijiazhuang?
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 Bali and Shijiazhuang can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Bali or Shijiazhuang?
Bali
Known as the "Island of the Gods," it's not difficult to see why the Gods would want to set up shop in Bali. With a beautifully diverse landscape of hills, mountains, coastlines, beaches, vibrant rice fields and volcanic hillsides, you'll easily go into sensory overload.
Bali is home to 4 million people who all hold true to a deeply spiritual and unique culture. With champion surfing, world class resorts and challenging hiking trails, this Indonesian island accommodates travelers from every walk of life. It's often called, "paradise on earth, " and no one disagrees.
Shijiazhuang
Shijiazhuang is the capital city of Hebei Province in China. It is a fairly young city, acting as the regional transport hub and economic center, though there are a few sights worth seeing. The city is also the largest pharmaceutical hub in China, as well as an important center for textile, IT, manufacturing, and chemical industries.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Indonesia, The Best G Adventures Tours to Indonesia, The Best Historical Tours in China, and The Best 10-Day Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBali $76Shijiazhuang $79
The average daily cost (per person) in Bali is $76, while the average daily cost in Shijiazhuang is $79. 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 Bali and Shijiazhuang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBali $43Shijiazhuang $45
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBali $86Shijiazhuang $90
Compare Hotels in Bali and Shijiazhuang
Looking for a hotel in Bali or Shijiazhuang? 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: Bali Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bali $9.40Shijiazhuang $28
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bali
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Bali:
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Motorbike Rental$3.23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bali
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bali:
- BALI PARAGLIDING Fly, Swing and Soaring above the sea with private transfer: $103
- Bali DPS Airport Private Transfer from-to Nusa Dua: $23
- Bali Parasailing Adventure with Including Hotel Transfer: $45
- Bali Parasailing Adventure,Banana Boat,Jet Ski and Donut Boat with Transfers: $59
- Bali Quad and Buggy Discovery Tour, Including Round-Trip Transfer: $76
- Bali Spiritual: Blessing Ceremony, Pristine Nature and Transfer: $109
- Bali Tours 4U Airport and Seaport transfers. 24 hours a day.: $21
- Bali Water Sport : Sea Walker,Donut Boat and Banana Boat with Hotel Transfers: $64
- Bali and Nusa Penida: Fast Boat Transfers: $30
- Bali and Trawangan: Fastboat with Optional Bali Transfer: $49
- Bali to/from Gili Air: Fast Boat with Optional Bali Transfer: $49
- Bali to/from Gili Gede: Fast Boat (Optional Bali Transfer): $64
Is it cheaper to fly into Bali or Shijiazhuang?
Prices for flights to both Shijiazhuang and Bali 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 dayBali $21Shijiazhuang $19
Typical Food Prices in Bali
Some typical examples of dining costs in Bali are as follows:
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Coffee$1.29
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Lunch for Two$14
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Bali Cafe for Two$28
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Lunch for Two$8.40
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Lunch for 2$9.30
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Dinner for 2$10
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bali
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bali.
- The Balinesia Lu'au - 'A Kampung Bali Experience & Dinner Show': $29
- Romantic Seafood Dinner under sunset jimbaran Beach: $30
- Private Tour Uluwatu Sunset Kecak Dance and Dinner at Jimbaran: $31
- Bali Sunset and Dinner: Uluwatu, Tanah Lot and Jimbaran: $32
- Pirate Dinner Cruise with Shows, Games, and Music: $34
- Ubud: Balinese Cooking Class at an Organic Farm: $35
- From Ubud: Authentic Cooking Class in a Local Village: $35
- Romantic Seafood Dinner at Jimbaran: $38
- Padang-Padang Beach+ Uluwatu Sunset and Kecak Dance + Dinner: $45
- Seminyak: Balinese Cooking Class & Market Tour: $45
- Bali's Best Sunset: Uluwatu Kecak Dance & Dinner Jimbaran Beach: $50
- Evening Bali Mangrove Canoe Tour with Dinner: $51
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bali $11Shijiazhuang $4.46
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bali
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Bali are as follows:
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Spa for Two$56
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Snorkelling Trip$13
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Cooking School$29
Tours and Activities in Bali
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bali are as follows:
- Bali Nusa Dua Theatre: Devdan Show Tickets: $0.05
- Bali Water Sports Adventure: $7.89
- Bali Tanjung Benoa Water Sport Adventure: $8.34
- Bali Bird Park 1-Day Admission Ticket: $9.29
- Bali Bird Park: 1-Day Admission Ticket: $9.56
- Best of Ubud Full Day Private Guided Tour: $11
- Private Tour to New Indonesia Urban Destination: $13
- Kecak and Fire Dance Ticket at Uluwatu Temple: $14
- Uluwatu Temple Tour with Optional Kecak Dance Ticket: $16
- Private Kintamani Sunrise Jeep Tour with Breakfast: $17
- Watersport activity Ocean walker, Parasailing Adventure & Banana Boat: $18
- Tanah Lot Temple Guided Tour: $18
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBali $3.33Shijiazhuang $5.27
When comparing the travel costs between Bali and Shijiazhuang, we can see that Shijiazhuang 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 Bali Expensive? and Is Shijiazhuang Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bali or Shijiazhuang?
Shijiazhuang has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Bali. When comparing the sizes of Bali and Shijiazhuang, 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.
When is the best time to visit Bali or Shijiazhuang?
Shijiazhuang has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Bali experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Bali or Shijiazhuang in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Bali and Shijiazhuang. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bali year-round.
Bali is around the same temperature as Shijiazhuang in the summer. The daily temperature in Bali averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Shijiazhuang fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
Shijiazhuang receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Bali usually receives less rain than Shijiazhuang. Bali gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Shijiazhuang receives 137 mm (5.4 in) of rain each month for the summer. April to September in Bali is the dry season.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBali 27°C (81°F)Shijiazhuang 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Bali or Shijiazhuang in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Bali as well as Shijiazhuang. Bali attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the autumn, Bali is much warmer than Shijiazhuang. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Bali in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Shijiazhuang averages at about 15°C (59°F).
Bali usually gets more rain in October than Shijiazhuang. Bali gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Shijiazhuang receives 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year. October to March in Bali is the rainy season.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBali 27°C (81°F)Shijiazhuang 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Bali or Shijiazhuang in the Winter?
Both Shijiazhuang and Bali are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bali throughout the year.
The weather in Shijiazhuang can be very cold. In January, Bali is generally much warmer than Shijiazhuang. Daily temperatures in Bali average around 26°C (79°F), and Shijiazhuang fluctuates around -2°C (29°F).
In January, Bali usually receives more rain than Shijiazhuang. Bali gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Shijiazhuang receives 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the winter. The rainy season in Bali is October to March.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBali 26°C (79°F)Shijiazhuang -2°C (29°F)
Should I visit Bali or Shijiazhuang in the Spring?
Both Shijiazhuang and Bali during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Bali because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Bali is much warmer than Shijiazhuang in the spring. The daily temperature in Bali averages around 27°C (81°F) in April, and Shijiazhuang fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).
Bali usually gets more rain in April than Shijiazhuang. Bali gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Shijiazhuang receives 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain this time of the year. April to September is the dry season in Bali.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBali 27°C (81°F)Shijiazhuang 15°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Shijiazhuang and Bali
| Bali | Shijiazhuang | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Feb | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 9 mm (0.3 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 21°C (71°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 156 mm (6.1 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
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.