Which place is cheaper, Longsheng or Bangkok?
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 Bangkok or Longsheng?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Bangkok and Longsheng can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Bangkok or Longsheng?
Bangkok
Bangkok: a name synonymous with all things exotic. The vibrant and exciting capital of Thailand is not just a hub for Southeast Asia, but also a destination into itself. Known for an active nightlife and party scene, as well as great food, historic temples, and busy markets, Bangkok offers a diversity to entertain even the most experienced travelers.
Longsheng
A county of the city, Guilin, Longsheng is a hub of several ethnic cultures that thrive on farming and tourism. It is located about 50 or so miles north of the Guilin city center. The region is perhaps most known for the Dragon's Backbone Rice Terraces located in Heping Township. These, along with many other natural features like hot springs, waterfalls, and meadows are a few of the main attractions that draw visitors to Longsheng.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Thailand, The Best Wildlife Tours to Thailand, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in China, and The Best Adventure Tours to China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBangkok $105Longsheng $105
The average daily cost (per person) in Bangkok is $105, while the average daily cost in Longsheng is $105. 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 Bangkok and Longsheng in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBangkok $50Longsheng $21
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBangkok $100Longsheng $42
Compare Hotels in Bangkok and Longsheng
Looking for a hotel in Bangkok or Longsheng? 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: Bangkok Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bangkok $6.49Longsheng $42
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bangkok
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Bangkok are as follows:
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Tuk Tuk to bus station$2.51
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Skytrain Ticket$5.02
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Chao Phraya River Express Ticket$1.00
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Ferry Ride$0.82
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Taxi From Airport$7.85
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Short Taxi Ride$2.83
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Boat Taxi$1.57
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Trains to airport$5.02
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bangkok
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bangkok:
- Private Transfer from Bangkok to Lampang with 2h of Sightseeing: $250
- Private Transfer from Don Mueang (DMK) Airport to Trat: $238
- Private Transfer from Suvarnabhumi (BKK) Airport to Aranyaprathet: $220
- Private Transfer from Suvarnabhumi (BKK) Airport to Rayong: $206
- Ayutthaya Tour with Premium Transfer & MICHELIN Lunch: $195
- Limousine one way transfer: BKKAirport to/from ChaAm or Hua Hin: $191
- Limousine one way transfer: BKKAirport to/from U-Tapao Airport: $191
- Private Transfer Bangkok to Koh Chang Pier: $189
- Private Transfer from Don Mueang (DMK) Airport to Kanchanaburi: $189
- Private Transfer from Don Mueang (DMK) Airport to Chanthaburi: $189
- Private Transfer from Suvarnabhumi (BKK) Airport to Kanchanaburi: $180
- Private Transfer from Suvarnabhumi (BKK) Airport to Chanthaburi: $180
Is it cheaper to fly into Bangkok or Longsheng?
Prices for flights to both Longsheng and Bangkok 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 dayBangkok $36Longsheng $61
Typical Food Prices in Bangkok
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Bangkok:
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Dinner at Hard Rock Cafe (for Two)$28
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Casual Lunch of Prawns (for Two)$6.28
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2 Rotis (Bread)$1.41
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Mango & Sticky Rice$0.94
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Lunch at KFC (for Two)$6.28
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Pad Thai$2.20
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Airport Lunch for 2$17
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Lunch for 2$23
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bangkok
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bangkok.
- Baiyoke Sky Hotel Observation Deck Ticket with Lunch or Dinner : $22
- Meridian Dinner and Sunset Cruise in Bangkok: $23
- Royal Princess Dinner Cruise in Bangkok: $25
- Chao Phraya Princess Sunset and Dinner Cruise: $27
- Twilight Dinner Cruise Along Chao Phraya River in Bangkok: $29
- Calypso Cabaret Show with Thai Set Dinner: $29
- Baiyoke Sky Dinner Experience with Observation Deck Access: $29
- Baiyoke Sky Observation Deck With Buffet Dinner or Lunch: $29
- Bangkok Amazing Chaophraya River Dinner Cruise with Live Music: $32
- Nopparat’s Traditional Thai Dinner & Dance: $32
- Chao Phraya River Serenade: VIVA Alangka Dinner Cruise, Bangkok: $32
- Riverside Bangkok Dinner Cruise with Buffet and City Views: $32
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bangkok $18Longsheng $8.51
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bangkok
Here are a few typical costs in Bangkok for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Movie Ticket$5.02
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Grand Palace Entrance Ticket$11
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Wat Pho (Reclining Buddha) Ticket$1.57
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Dusit Zoo Entrance Fee (for Two)$6.28
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Club Cover Charge$12
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Thai Boxing Tickets (for Two)$75
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Fish Pedicure$4.71
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Wat Pho entrance ticket$3.14
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Siriraj Museum (2)$13
Tours and Activities in Bangkok
Here are a few actual costs in Bangkok for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- A Day in Ayutthaya: Private 5 UNESCO Temples Tour From Bangkok: $126
- Ayutthaya Historic Park Tour Group Tour from Bangkok: $55
- Bangkok Hindu Landmark Tour with Grand Palace, Temples & Lunch: $169
- Full-Day Erawan Waterfall and River Kwai Private Guided Tour: $150
- Private Customized Bangkok Tour With Driver : $58
- Private Half-Day Bangkok City Tour explore The Grand Palace: $144
- UNESCO Temple Group Tour to Ayutthaya From Bangkok: $60
- 1 Hour Axe Throwing Experience : $20
- 10 Hours Private Tour Ayuttaya: $132
- 2 Day Guided Tour from Bangkok to Ayutthaya : $96
- 2 Hour Electric Tuk Tuk Cultural Tour of Bangkok: $31
- 2 Hour Longtail Boat Bangkok Canal Tour: $79
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBangkok $5.65Longsheng $8.01
Typical Alcohol Prices in Bangkok
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Bangkok are as follows:
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Beer$1.26
Sample the Local Flavors in Bangkok
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bangkok:
- Bangkok Pub Crawl: $17
- The Original Bangkok Pub Crawl: $32
When comparing the travel costs between Bangkok and Longsheng, we can see that Longsheng 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 Bangkok Expensive? and Is Longsheng Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Bangkok or Longsheng?
Longsheng has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Bangkok experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Bangkok or Longsheng in the Summer?
Both Longsheng and Bangkok during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Bangkok because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the summer, Bangkok is around the same temperature as Longsheng. Typically, the summer temperatures in Bangkok in July average around 29°C (84°F), and Longsheng averages at about 30°C (86°F).
Longsheng gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Bangkok. Bangkok usually gets less rain in July than Longsheng. Bangkok gets 155 mm (6.1 in) of rain, while Longsheng receives 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBangkok 29°C (84°F)Longsheng 30°C (86°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Longsheng in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Bangkok and Longsheng. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bangkok year-round.
In October, Bangkok is generally a little warmer than Longsheng. Daily temperatures in Bangkok average around 28°C (83°F), and Longsheng fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
Bangkok gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Bangkok usually receives more rain than Longsheng. Bangkok gets 242 mm (9.5 in) of rain, while Longsheng receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn. November to February in Bangkok is the dry season. Also, May to October is the rainy season in Bangkok.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBangkok 28°C (83°F)Longsheng 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Longsheng in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Bangkok as well as Longsheng. Bangkok attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Bangkok is much warmer than Longsheng in the winter. The daily temperature in Bangkok averages around 27°C (80°F) in January, and Longsheng fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
Bangkok usually gets less rain in January than Longsheng. Bangkok gets 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Longsheng receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, November to February in Bangkok is the dry season.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBangkok 27°C (80°F)Longsheng 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Longsheng in the Spring?
Both Longsheng and Bangkok are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bangkok throughout the year.
In the spring, Bangkok is much warmer than Longsheng. Typically, the spring temperatures in Bangkok in April average around 31°C (87°F), and Longsheng averages at about 20°C (68°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Longsheng. In April, Bangkok usually receives less rain than Longsheng. Bangkok gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Longsheng receives 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain each month for the spring. The rainy season in Bangkok is May to October.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBangkok 31°C (87°F)Longsheng 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Longsheng and Bangkok
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| Jan | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (85°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
| Apr | 31°C (87°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) |
| May | 30°C (86°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (85°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 155 mm (6.1 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (83°F) | 344 mm (13.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (83°F) | 242 mm (9.5 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
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