Which place is cheaper, Amritsar or Bikaner?
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 Bikaner or Amritsar?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Bikaner and Amritsar 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: Bikaner or Amritsar?
Bikaner
Bikaner is located in the Rajasthan state in northwest India. This city is where the headquarters of Bikaner District and Division are located. The city was founded in 1486 by Rao Bika, and has a population of about 645,000 people.
Amritsar
Amritsar is a holy city of the Sikh religion, named "holy pool of nectar" for the pool around the base of the Golden Temple complex. This complex is the city's main attraction, bringing pilgrims from all over to bathe in the waters of the sacred pool and visit the sacred temple.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Bicycle Tours in India, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in India, The Best Adventure Tours to India, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in India.
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Bikaner Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBikaner $57Amritsar $64
The average daily cost (per person) in Bikaner is $57, while the average daily cost in Amritsar is $64. 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 Bikaner and Amritsar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBikaner $20Amritsar $21
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBikaner $40Amritsar $42
Compare Hotels in Bikaner and Amritsar
Looking for a hotel in Bikaner or Amritsar? 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: Bikaner Hotel Prices and Amritsar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bikaner $12Amritsar $16
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bikaner
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Bikaner:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$0.23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bikaner
Also for Bikaner, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bikaner Airport to Bikaner Hotels drop: Private Transfers: $5.82
- Bikaner Heritage Walking Tour with Private Transfer: $136
- Bikaner Hotels to Bikaner Airport drop: Private Transfers: $5.77
- One-Way Transfer: Jaipur/Pushker/Jodhpur/Bikaner: $46
- Private Transfer From Bikaner To Jaisalmer: $60
- Private Transfer From Bikaner To Jodhpur: $48
- Self Guided Bikaner City Tour With One Way Transfer To Jaipur : $108
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amritsar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Amritsar:
- VIP Amritsar Airport Transfer: Comfort & Convenience: $17
- Private Wagah Border Drama and the Golden Temple with Transfer: $126
- Private Transfer from Amritsar to Amritsar Raja Sansi (ATQ) Airport: $40
- Amritsar to Dharamshala Tour (One Way Transfer): $85
- Amritsar 02 days :Wagha border: Airport transfer Eng. guide: $205
Is it cheaper to fly into Bikaner or Amritsar?
Prices for flights to both Amritsar and Bikaner 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 dayBikaner $28Amritsar $31
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bikaner
For Bikaner, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Rajasthani Cooking Class in Bikaner: $150
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Amritsar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Amritsar.
- Amritsar Food Tour: $22
- Agra: Guided Street Food Tour w/ Private Transportation: $23
- Amritsar Food Tour: $25
- Amritsar Food Tour: $29
- Wagah Border Retreat Ceremony With Traditional Dinner: $45
- Wagah Border Retreat Ceremony With Dinner: $45
- Evening Tour to Sadda Pind with Dinner: $60
- Beating Retreat Ceremony, Sadda Pind and Dinner: $71
- Sadda Pind With Lunch Or Dinner From Amritsar: $164
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bikaner $14Amritsar $14
Tours and Activities in Bikaner
For Bikaner, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Heritage & Cultural Trails of Bikaner (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour) : $12
- Heritage & Cultural Trails of Bikaner (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour) : $12
- Discover Bikaner in Nightlights (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $12
- Bikaner 2 Hour Guided Street Food Tasting Tour: $23
- Karni Mata Temple Half-Day Guided Tour: $50
- Full-Day Private Bikaner Sightseeing with English speaking Guide: $52
- Bikaner to Jaisalmer: Junagarh Fort & Rat Temple Tour: $58
- Royal Trails of Bikaner (Guided Half Day City Tour): $70
- Bikaner Full Day Sightseeing with Junagarh Fort & Temples: $74
- Highlights of Bikaner, Guided Half-Day Car Tour: $78
- Private Custom Tour: Bikaner Sightseeing with Guide: $86
- Full-Day Sightseeing Tour with Karni Mata Temple: $96
Tours and Activities in Amritsar
Here are a few actual costs in Amritsar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- A Day Trip of Amritsar Golden City from Delhi with Flight Tickets: $64
- Agra : Taj Mahal & Mausoleum Tour With Skip-the-Line Entry: $6.83
- Agra: Agra Fort and Baby Taj Private Tour with Pickup & Drop: $15
- Amritsar - Half day City tour (In & Around Golden Temple): $35
- Amritsar 1 Day Guided Tour-Golden Temple, Jalliawala Bagh, Wagah: $51
- Amritsar 1 Day Sightseeing with Wagah Border: $34
- Amritsar 1 Day Tour (Golden Temple, Jallianwala Bagh, Wagah Border & Shopping): $36
- Amritsar 1 Day Tour, Golden Temple with Wagah Border: $31
- Amritsar 1 Day Tour: Golden Temple, Jalianwala Bagh, Wagah Border: $52
- Amritsar : Golden Temple and Jallianwala Bagh Private Tour: $55
- Amritsar : Private Walking Tour with Visit to Golden Temple: $171
- Amritsar City Guided Tour 4 to 5 Hours : $17
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBikaner $11Amritsar $13
When comparing the travel costs between Bikaner and Amritsar, we can see that Amritsar 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 Bikaner Expensive? and Is Amritsar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bikaner or Amritsar?
Amritsar has a larger population, and is about 90% larger than the population of Bikaner. When comparing the sizes of Bikaner and Amritsar, 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.