Which place is cheaper, Nagoya or Bangalore?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bangalore or Nagoya?
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 Bangalore and Nagoya can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Bangalore or Nagoya?
Bangalore
Bangalore is the capital city of the state of Karnataka, in India. It's also India's third largest city with a population of about 8.5 million. It's considered one of the most liveable cities in the country and was historically known for its many gardens and lush green spaces. Today those areas are all but gone, having given way to the growing population and sprawling metropolises. Bangalore is also the information technology hub of the country and is sometimes referred to as India's Silicon Valley.
Nagoya
Nagoya is Japan's fourth-largest city after Tokyo, Yokohama, and Osaka, as well as one of the nation's major economic centers, being the home of auto giants like Toyota, Honda, and Mitsubishi Motors. With a history that dates back to samurai and ninja, Nagoya has evolved over the years into a trade center and hub for automobile and aircraft manufacturing. And it's also home to the Legoland resort!
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBangalore $44Nagoya $89
The average daily cost (per person) in Bangalore is $44, while the average daily cost in Nagoya is $89. 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 Bangalore and Nagoya in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBangalore $20Nagoya $46
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBangalore $40Nagoya $92
Compare Hotels in Bangalore and Nagoya
Looking for a hotel in Bangalore or Nagoya? 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: Nagoya Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bangalore $9.70Nagoya $11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bangalore
Also for Bangalore, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Departure Transfer: Bangalore Hotels to Bengaluru International Airport: $45
- From Mysore guided day tour with transfers: $167
- Bengaluru Kempegowda Airport (BLR) to Bengaluru City -RoundTrip Private Transfer: $79
- One-Way Private City Transfer Mysore & Bangalore: $50
- Bangalore airport to Hotel Transfer: $18
- Affordable Bangalore Airport Transfer: $28
- Affordable Bangalore Airport Transfer: $16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nagoya
Also for Nagoya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Nagoya city hotels to Kanazawa Cruise Port : $131
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Cruise Port to Nagoya hotels: $66
- Private Transfer from Nagoya City Hotels to Nagoya Cruise Port: $59
- Private Transfer from Nagoya City Hotels to Kanazawa Cruise Port: $144
- Private Transfer between Chubu Centrair Int'l Airport and Nagoya: $284
- Private One-Way Transfers to/from Suzuka Circuit: $276
- Nagoya airport to/from LEGOLAND Private transfer: $187
- Chubu Itn Airport to/from Nagoya City private transfer: $136
- Chubu Airport (NGO): Private Transfer to/from Naign Shrine: $768
- Chubu Airport (NGO) to/from Nagoya Private Transfer: $157
- Chubu Airport (NGO) to/from Kyoto Private Transfer: $441
Is it cheaper to fly into Bangalore or Nagoya?
Prices for flights to both Nagoya and Bangalore 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 dayBangalore $13Nagoya $27
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bangalore
For Bangalore, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Traditional Cooking Classes & Dinner with Family: $32
- Private Cooking Demonstration in a Bangalore Home: $45
- Traditional Cooking Classes & Dinner with Chef Family: $51
- Indian Cooking Class in Bangalore with an Award Winning Chef: $54
- Discover Bangalore's Cuisine: Private Half-Day Cooking Experience: $60
- Private In-Home Cooking Demonstration and Meal in Bangalore: $68
- Private Cooking Dining Experience in Bengaluru: $74
- Private Indian Cooking Class and Meal in Bangalore Home: $74
- 3-Hour Private Cooking Lesson and Meal in a Bangalore Home: $74
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nagoya
For Nagoya, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Grandma’s Traditional Cooking Class: $65
- Market Tour and Authentic Nagoya Cuisine Cooking Class With a Local in Her Home: $92
- Specialties of Nagoya Food Tour: $179
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bangalore $11Nagoya $13
Tours and Activities in Bangalore
For Bangalore, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Private Full-Day Bangalore City Tour: $84
- Sacred Bull walking tour in Bangalore with guide: $50
- (Mysuru) Mysore Day Out - A Royal Experience Private Tour from Bangalore: $130
- 2 day Motorcycle tour from Bangalore to Belur, Halebid & Shravanabelagola: $288
- 4-Hour Private Photowalk Tour in Bengaluru: $79
- All Inclusive Sameday Taj Mahal & Agra Tour from Your hotel: $76
- Bandipur wildlife and Mysore experience in 2 days from Bangalore: $300
- Bangalore City Tour (Pick up from hotel): $100
- Bangalore City Tour By Tuk Tuk!: $110
- Bangalore Explorer: 3-Day Tour of the Garden City: $241
- Bangalore Full Day Private City Tour: $53
- Bangalore Heritage Walk - Private Walking tour: $67
Tours and Activities in Nagoya
For Nagoya, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Day Tour with Ghibli Park Admission Ticket Round Trip from Nagoya: $179
- Experience Japanese calligraphy & tea ceremony at a traditional house in Nagoya: $112
- Explore Holy Mt Horaiji Private Tour: $207
- From Gujo, Hida Takayama, and Shirakawa-go Day Tour: $60
- From Ise Grand Shrine Day Tour: $60
- Full-Day Kisoji Nakasendo Trail Tour from Nagoya: $231
- Ghibli Park Ticket and Accommodation 2 Days Package (No Guide): $183
- Guided Half-day Tour(AM) to Nagoya Castle & Tokugawa Museum and Garden: $145
- Guided Half-day Tour(AM) to Nagoya Castle & Toyota Commemorative Museum: $119
- Guided Half-day Tour(AM) to Noritake Garden & Toyota Commemorative Museum: $112
- Guided Half-day Tour(PM) to Toyota Commemorative Museum & SCMAGLEV Railway Park: $145
- Half-Day Inuyama Castle and Town Tour with Guide: $132
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBangalore $9.07Nagoya $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Bangalore
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Bangalore:
- Pub Crawl Bangalore (3 Hours Guided Nightlife Experience): $34
- Pub Crawl in Bengaluru - A lovely private evening experience with a local: $39
Sample the Local Flavors in Nagoya
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Nagoya:
- Pub Crawl in Nagoya: $39
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bangalore and Nagoya, we can see that Nagoya is more expensive. And not only is Bangalore much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Bangalore would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bangalore 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 Nagoya would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nagoya than you might in Bangalore.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bangalore Expensive? and Is Nagoya Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bangalore or Nagoya?
Bangalore has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Nagoya. When comparing the sizes of Bangalore and Nagoya, 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.