Which place is cheaper, Wuyuan 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 Wuyuan?
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 Wuyuan 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 Wuyuan?
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.
Wuyuan
Wuyuan, China is a small city in the Jiangxi Province in the south central area of the country. The city acts as a transport hub for the province, with many main bus routes running through it. Wuyuan also acts as the main thoroughfare when traveling to local remote villages in the area. It is best to know some Mandarin as this region does not see many non-Mandarin speaking tourists, which also means you should expect some very friendly attention!
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Thailand, The Best Wildlife Tours to Thailand, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Shanghai, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Beijing.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBangkok $105Wuyuan $73
The average daily cost (per person) in Bangkok is $105, while the average daily cost in Wuyuan is $73. 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 Wuyuan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBangkok $50Wuyuan $26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBangkok $100Wuyuan $52
Compare Hotels in Bangkok and Wuyuan
Looking for a hotel in Bangkok or Wuyuan? 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 $6.49Wuyuan $13
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 Chanthaburi: $189
- Private Transfer from Don Mueang (DMK) Airport to Kanchanaburi: $189
- Private Transfer from Suvarnabhumi (BKK) Airport to Chanthaburi: $180
- Private Transfer from Suvarnabhumi (BKK) Airport to Kanchanaburi: $180
Is it cheaper to fly into Bangkok or Wuyuan?
Prices for flights to both Wuyuan 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 $36Wuyuan $35
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
Typical Food Prices in Wuyuan
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Wuyuan:
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Gummy Candy$0.28
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Cookies$0.70
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bangkok $18Wuyuan $19
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 $5.65Wuyuan $14
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 we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bangkok and Wuyuan, we can see that Bangkok is more expensive. And not only is Wuyuan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Wuyuan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Wuyuan 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 Bangkok would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bangkok than you might in Wuyuan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bangkok Expensive? and Is Wuyuan Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Bangkok or Wuyuan?
Wuyuan 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 Wuyuan in the Summer?
Both Wuyuan 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 Wuyuan. Typically, the summer temperatures in Bangkok in July average around 29°C (84°F), and Wuyuan averages at about 30°C (85°F).
Wuyuan 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 Wuyuan. Bangkok gets 155 mm (6.1 in) of rain, while Wuyuan receives 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBangkok 29°C (84°F)Wuyuan 30°C (85°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Wuyuan in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Bangkok and Wuyuan. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bangkok year-round.
In October, Bangkok is generally a little warmer than Wuyuan. Daily temperatures in Bangkok average around 28°C (83°F), and Wuyuan fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
Bangkok gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Bangkok usually receives more rain than Wuyuan. Bangkok gets 242 mm (9.5 in) of rain, while Wuyuan receives 82 mm (3.2 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)Wuyuan 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Wuyuan in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Bangkok as well as Wuyuan. Bangkok attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Bangkok is much warmer than Wuyuan in the winter. The daily temperature in Bangkok averages around 27°C (80°F) in January, and Wuyuan fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
Bangkok usually gets less rain in January than Wuyuan. Bangkok gets 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Wuyuan receives 63 mm (2.5 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)Wuyuan 6°C (43°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Wuyuan in the Spring?
Both Wuyuan 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 Wuyuan. Typically, the spring temperatures in Bangkok in April average around 31°C (87°F), and Wuyuan averages at about 18°C (64°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Wuyuan. In April, Bangkok usually receives less rain than Wuyuan. Bangkok gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Wuyuan receives 238 mm (9.4 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)Wuyuan 18°C (64°F)
Typical Weather for Wuyuan and Bangkok
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 123 mm (4.9 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (85°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 174 mm (6.8 in) |
| Apr | 31°C (87°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 238 mm (9.4 in) |
| May | 30°C (86°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 257 mm (10.1 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (85°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 270 mm (10.6 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 155 mm (6.1 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 192 mm (7.6 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (83°F) | 344 mm (13.5 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (83°F) | 242 mm (9.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
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