Which place is cheaper, Yokohama or Bandung?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bandung or Yokohama?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Bandung or Yokohama? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Bandung or Yokohama?
Bandung
Bandung is the capital city of West Java, and the third largest city in Indonesia after Jakarta and Surabaya. Nicknamed Parijs van Java (Paris of Java) by the Dutch for its resemblance to Paris and European atmosphere back in colonial times, Bandung also earned another nickname as Kota Kembang, literally meaning the Flower City since Bandung used to have a lot of flowers. Nowadays, Bandung has become a very popular weekend escape for Jakartans, who crowd the city on weekends and national holidays. It's known for colonial and art deco architecture, a lively, university-town feel and relatively cool tropical weather. Bandung is also a shopping destination, with fashion outlets clustered along Jalan Setiabudi and Jalan Riau in the Dago district. The city also make a good base for day trips to the surrounding countryside - high volcanic peaks, hot springs, and tea plantations are all within reach.
Yokohama
Located on the western coast of Tokyo Bay just south of Tokyo, Yokohama is Japan's second largest city and one of the most-visited cities by foreigners. It features one of the largest Chinatown's in the world as well as many parks and architectural landmarks.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Indonesia, The Best Tours for Seniors to Indonesia, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Tokyo, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Tokyo.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBandung $40Yokohama $124
The average daily cost (per person) in Bandung is $40, while the average daily cost in Yokohama is $124. 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 Bandung and Yokohama in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBandung $21Yokohama $69
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBandung $42Yokohama $138
Compare Hotels in Bandung and Yokohama
Looking for a hotel in Bandung or Yokohama? 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: Bandung Hotel Prices and Yokohama Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bandung $5.76Yokohama $20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bandung
Also for Bandung, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bandung Airport BDO to Bandung or Lembang Round Trip Transfer: $55
- Bandung Airport BDO to Cipanas Thermal Resorts Arrival Transfer: $47
- Bandung or Lembang to Bandung Airport BDO Departure Transfer: $27
- Bandung or Lembang to Jakarta Airport CGK Departure Transfer: $63
- Private Bandung Airport to Cipanas Thermal Round Trip Transfer: $94
- Private Cipanas Thermal to Bandung Airport BDO Departure Transfer: $47
- Private Kertajati International Airport Transfers (KJT) for Bandung: $120
- Private Rental Cars Bandung 10 Pax Free Airport Transfer: $139
- Private Transfer Bandung Airport (BDO) to Babakan Ciamis : $35
- Private Transfer Bandung Airport (BDO) to Braga: $35
- Private Transfer Bandung Airport (BDO) to Ciamis: $143
- Private Transfer Bandung Airport (BDO) to Ciburial: $35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yokohama
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Yokohama:
- Yokohama Private Transfer: Tokyo, Narita & Haneda Airport: $119
- Yokohama Private Departure Transfer : from Yokohama Port or Hotels to Tokyo Hotels: $151
- Yokohama Port: Private transfer to/from Tokyo/HND airport: $158
- Yokohama Port: Private Transfer to/from Tokyo: $183
- Yokohama Port: Private Transfer from/to Haneda Airport: $196
- Yokohama Port: Private Arrival Transfers to Tokyo City Center: $189
- Tokyo: Private One-Way Transfer to/from Yokohama Port: $107
- Tokyo private transfer for Yokohama Port: $228
- Shuttle Van Transfer from Yokohama(Inc.cruise port) to Tokyo: $142
- Shuttle Van Transfer from Yokohama City to Narita Airport: $347
- Shared Departure Transfer : Yokohama City to Haneda Airport: $54
- Private Transfer from Yokohama Port to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND): $65
Is it cheaper to fly into Bandung or Yokohama?
Prices for flights to both Yokohama and Bandung 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 dayBandung $14Yokohama $37
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yokohama
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Yokohama.
- TAKOYAKI Cooking Class with All-you-can-drink in Tokyo, Roppongi: $46
- Sushi Roll and Side Dish Cooking Experience in Tokyo: $78
- 3-Hour Shared Halal-Friendly Japanese Cooking Class in Tokyo: $85
- Ginza Private Walking and Tokyo Local Food Tour: $104
- Shinjuku Izakaya Food Tour: $108
- Sakuragicho/Noge Walking & Local Food Tour: $114
- Half-day Cooking Class in Yokohama Local Shopping District: $123
- Adventurous Japanese Food Tour: $124
- Experience Izakaya With A Mini Food Tour Of Tokyo: $161
- Night Food Tour Starting Ginza: $162
- Yokohama Private Food Tours with a Local: 100% Personalized : $186
- Tokyo Allstar Food Tour: $245
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bandung $5.67Yokohama $29
Tours and Activities in Bandung
For Bandung, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Private Walking Tour of Bandung with Guide: $33
- Stone Garden Western Tour From Bandung: $39
- Kawah Rengganis Private Hiking and Glamping Lakeside Tour from Bandung: $41
- Private Guided Sightseeing Day Tour of Bandung: $43
- Private Guided Sightseeing Day Tour of Bandung: $45
- Kawah Putih Private Tour and Angklung Performance: $45
- Kawah Putih tour - Day trip Ticket etc all including : $49
- Bogor ,west Java Tour: $50
- Bandung:Kawah Putih,Volcano,HotSpring,Mud Bathing,Lake Tour: $50
- Lembang Tour From Bandung: $51
- Kawah Putih Tour From Bandung City: $58
- Tangkuban Parahu Volcano North Bandung Private Tour : $62
Tours and Activities in Yokohama
Here are a few actual costs in Yokohama for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 'Feel Yokohama!'Private tour in English Cherry blossoms Now: $82
- "Heart of Yokohama" Walking: Experience Hill Area: $44
- 3 Hours Private Edo Tokyo Shinjuku Entertainment Tour: $32
- Authentic Sumo Experience in Tokyo : Enter the Sanctuary: $163
- Breakfast Ramen Tour in Shinjuku: $72
- Calligraphy Art Experience Led by a Japanese Language Instructor: $57
- Calligraphy Experience in Kabukicho: $65
- Cup Noodles Museum Tour with Guide in Yokohama: $64
- Easy Ramen making experience in Kabukicho, Shinjuku: $26
- Experience Comparing Sake and Delicacies in shinjyuku: $32
- Experience the history of shamisen and traveling entertainers: $131
- From Tokyo/Mount Fuji Private Tour with Pickup: $600
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBandung $3.46Yokohama $17
Sample the Local Flavors in Yokohama
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Yokohama:
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: $26
- Tokyo Hidden Izakaya and Sake Small-Group Pub Tour with Local Guide: $163
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bandung and Yokohama, we can see that Yokohama is more expensive. And not only is Bandung much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Bandung would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bandung 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 Yokohama would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Yokohama than you might in Bandung.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bandung Expensive? and Is Yokohama Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bandung or Yokohama?
Yokohama has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Bandung. When comparing the sizes of Bandung and Yokohama, 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.