Which place is cheaper, Bangkok or Chumphon?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Chumphon or Bangkok?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Chumphon or Bangkok? 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: Chumphon or Bangkok?
Chumphon
Sometimes tourism has a tendency to spoil the natural beauty of a place. This is not the case in the magical city of Chumphon, Thailand. As the gateway to the Chumphon Archipelago, this city has maintained natural, untouched beauty. Its miles of coastline are full of fine beaches with fishing, swimming and a number of other activities.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Chiang Mai, The Best 10-Day Tours from Bangkok, The Best 2-Week Tours from Bangkok, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Thailand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayChumphon $36Bangkok $76
The average daily cost (per person) in Chumphon is $36, while the average daily cost in Bangkok is $76. 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 Chumphon and Bangkok in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personChumphon $16Bangkok $41
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomChumphon $32Bangkok $82
Compare Hotels in Chumphon and Bangkok
Looking for a hotel in Chumphon or Bangkok? 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: Chumphon Hotel Prices and Bangkok Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Chumphon $6.32Bangkok $5.77
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$2.18
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Skytrain Ticket$4.36
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Chao Phraya River Express Ticket$0.87
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Ferry Ride$0.71
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Taxi From Airport$6.82
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Short Taxi Ride$2.45
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Boat Taxi$1.36
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Trains to airport$4.36
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bangkok
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bangkok:
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Hua Hin APT-HTL (BKK): $71
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Bangkok HTL- APT(BKK): $14
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Bangkok APT-HTL (BKK): $14
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer in Pattaya APT-HTL (DMK): $67
- Transfer from Don Mueang Airport (DMK) to Rayong Province: $87
- Transfer from Don Mueang Airport (DMK) to Koh Chang: $132
- Transfer from Don Mueang (DMK) Airport to Bangkok city: $27
- Transfer from Bangkok Airport to Trat: $146
- Transfer from Bangkok Airport to Rayong: $114
- Transfer from Bangkok Airport to Pranburi: $127
- Transfer from Bangkok Airport to Pattaya: $53
- Transfer from BKK Suvarnabhumi International Airport to khao Yai National Park: $75
Is it cheaper to fly into Chumphon or Bangkok?
Prices for flights to both Bangkok and Chumphon 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 dayChumphon $13Bangkok $18
Typical Food Prices in Chumphon
For Chumphon, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Ice Cream$0.16
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Fruit at the Market$0.55
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Breakfast$1.09
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)$25
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Casual Lunch of Prawns (for Two)$5.46
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2 Rotis (Bread)$1.23
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Mango & Sticky Rice$0.82
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Lunch at KFC (for Two)$5.46
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Pad Thai$1.91
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Airport Lunch for 2$15
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Lunch for 2$20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bangkok
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bangkok.
- River Dinner Cruise on the Chao Phraya Princess: $16
- Bangkok Food Tour and Sightseeing with Tuktuk: $17
- White Orchid Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise: $19
- Chao Phraya Princess Dinner Cruise Ticket: $20
- Baiyoke Observation Deck with Lunch/Dinner Buffet: $21
- River Dinner Cruise on the Chao Phraya Princess: $23
- Meridian Sunset Dinner Cruise - Floating Paradise From ICONSIAM Bangkok: $24
- Twilight Dinner Cruise Along Chao Phraya River in Bangkok: $25
- Alangka Luxury Buffet Dinner Cruise With Live Music: $27
- Chao Phraya Buffet Dinner Viva Alangka Cruise: $27
- Viva Alangka Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise: $27
- Riverside Dinner Buffet Cruise On Chao Phraya: $27
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Chumphon $10Bangkok $16
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$4.36
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Grand Palace Entrance Ticket$9.55
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Wat Pho (Reclining Buddha) Ticket$1.36
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Dusit Zoo Entrance Fee (for Two)$5.46
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Club Cover Charge$10
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Thai Boxing Tickets (for Two)$65
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Fish Pedicure$4.09
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Wat Pho entrance ticket$2.73
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Siriraj Museum (2)$11
Tours and Activities in Bangkok
Here are a few actual costs in Bangkok for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Ayutthaya Historic Park Tour Group Tour from Bangkok: $55
- Bangkok 5 Hour Cultural & Temples Tour Private: $82
- Bangkok Hindu Landmark City, Grand Palace & Temples Tours with Lunch: $288
- Bangkok Sea Life + Madame Tussauds Entrance Tickets : $46
- Maeklong Railway & Floating Market Tour (Private & All-Inclusive): $146
- Mystical Waterfall and River Kwai Tour (Private & All-Inclusive): $198
- Siam Park City Admission Ticket With All Rides In Bangkok: $18
- Sunset Sail, Glittering Temspls at Afternoon Ayutthaya Tours : $60
- Tuk-Tuk Tour Bangkok By Night With Chinatown Street: $65
- 'Sunset Cruise' Canal Boat Tour - Fully guided 3hrs: $75
- 1 Hour Axe Throwing Experience : $17
- 10 Hours Private Tour Ayuttaya: $115
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayChumphon $11Bangkok $5.97
Typical Alcohol Prices in Chumphon
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Chumphon are as follows:
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Beer (2)$3.82
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$1.09
Sample the Local Flavors in Bangkok
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bangkok:
- Pub Crawl and Club Night With Shots & VIP Entrance: $22
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Chumphon and Bangkok, we can see that Bangkok is more expensive. And not only is Chumphon much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Chumphon would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Chumphon 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 Chumphon.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Chumphon Expensive? and Is Bangkok Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Chumphon or Bangkok?
Bangkok has a larger population, and is about 90 times larger than the population of Chumphon. When comparing the sizes of Chumphon and Bangkok, 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.
When is the best time to visit Chumphon or Bangkok?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Chumphon or Bangkok in the Summer?
Both Bangkok and Chumphon during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Chumphon because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bangkok year-round.
Bangkok gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Chumphon. Chumphon usually gets more rain in July than Bangkok. Chumphon gets 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain, while Bangkok receives 155 mm (6.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the summer, Chumphon often gets more sunshine than Bangkok. Chumphon gets 195 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bangkok receives 176 hours of full sun.
Chumphon is around the same temperature as Bangkok in the summer. The daily temperature in Chumphon averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Bangkok fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyChumphon 28°C (82°F)Bangkok 29°C (84°F)
Should I visit Chumphon or Bangkok in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Chumphon and Bangkok. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Chumphon year-round. Bangkok attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
November to February in Bangkok is the dry season. Also, May to October is the rainy season in Bangkok. Bangkok receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Chumphon gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Chumphon usually receives more rain than Bangkok. Chumphon gets 276 mm (10.9 in) of rain, while Bangkok receives 242 mm (9.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Bangkok this time of the year. Chumphon usually receives less sunshine than Bangkok during autumn. Chumphon gets 167 hours of sunny skies, while Bangkok receives 206 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In the autumn, Chumphon is around the same temperature as Bangkok. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Chumphon in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Bangkok averages at about 28°C (83°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberChumphon 27°C (81°F)Bangkok 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Chumphon or Bangkok in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Chumphon as well as Bangkok. Chumphon attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bangkok throughout the year.
Also, November to February in Bangkok is the dry season. Chumphon usually gets more rain in January than Bangkok. Chumphon gets 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Bangkok receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Bangkok. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Chumphon this time of the year. In the winter, Chumphon often gets less sunshine than Bangkok. Chumphon gets 255 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bangkok receives 276 hours of full sun.
In January, Chumphon is generally around the same temperature as Bangkok. Daily temperatures in Chumphon average around 25°C (77°F), and Bangkok fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryChumphon 25°C (77°F)Bangkok 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Chumphon or Bangkok in the Spring?
Both Bangkok and Chumphon are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Chumphon throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Bangkok because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The rainy season in Bangkok is May to October. In April, Chumphon usually receives more rain than Bangkok. Chumphon gets 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain, while Bangkok receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
It's quite sunny in Bangkok. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Chumphon. Chumphon usually receives less sunshine than Bangkok during spring. Chumphon gets 239 hours of sunny skies, while Bangkok receives 262 hours of full sun in the spring.
Chumphon is around the same temperature as Bangkok in the spring. The daily temperature in Chumphon averages around 29°C (84°F) in April, and Bangkok fluctuates around 31°C (87°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilChumphon 29°C (84°F)Bangkok 31°C (87°F)
Typical Weather for Bangkok and Chumphon
| Chumphon | Bangkok | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 25°C (77°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 26°C (80°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 31°C (87°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 189 mm (7.4 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 155 mm (6.1 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 344 mm (13.5 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 276 mm (10.9 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 242 mm (9.5 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 380 mm (15 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | 25°C (77°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
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