Which place is cheaper, Ubud or Chumphon?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Chumphon or Ubud?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Chumphon or Ubud? 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 Ubud?
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.
Ubud
Made popular by the film Eat Pray Love, Ubud is located in the uplands of Bali, Indonesia. Beautiful Hindu temples and iconic rice fields are the sight to see in this popular cultural, artistic and religious hub on the island.
Though Ubud is hot and humid during the day, it is still cooler than coastal areas. Still, temperatures linger between mid-70's and low 90's year-round, so it is likely you'll experience warm weather, regardless of when you visit.
Ubud's wet season is from November to June, which makes it an unpopular time for travelers. January and February are when Ubud experiences the heaviest rainfall, so it may be wise to avoid visiting at this time, especially since weather will limit activities, bring out insects, and cause landslides and possible flooding.
Dry season runs from July through October, which is high season for travel. Even during dry season, Ubud is extremely humid, so pack lightweight clothing that breathes and lots of sunblock.
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 Romantic Tours for Couples in Indonesia, and The Best Budget Tours to Indonesia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayChumphon $39Ubud $157
The average daily cost (per person) in Chumphon is $39, while the average daily cost in Ubud is $157. 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 Ubud in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personChumphon $17Ubud $139
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomChumphon $34Ubud $278
Compare Hotels in Chumphon and Ubud
Looking for a hotel in Chumphon or Ubud? 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 Ubud Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Chumphon $6.87Ubud $1.90
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ubud
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ubud:
- Whitewater Rafting Ayung River with Return Transfer In Ubud Bali: $55
- White Water Rafting Ubud Bali With Hotel Transfer: $24
- White Water Rafting Adventure with Lunch and Return Transfer Including: $36
- Welcome Pickups Bali Transfer: $19
- Waterbom Bali Day Pass with Hotel Transfer: $57
- Warm Stone Massage For 2 hours Including Transfers: $70
- Ayung River Rafting & Jungle Swing Ticket with Transfer: $69
- ATV Quad Bike and Ayung Rafting with Lunch & Transfers: $67
- 1 Hour Beach Horse Riding with Transfer: $64
- Ubud to Bali (DPS) Airport Private Transfer: $20
- Ubud White Water Rafting with Private Transfer & Lunch: $22
- Ubud Transfers: Best Ubud Ground Transport: $35
Is it cheaper to fly into Chumphon or Ubud?
Prices for flights to both Ubud 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 $14Ubud $12
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$0.18
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Fruit at the Market$0.59
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Breakfast$1.19
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ubud
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ubud.
- Canggu: Drag Show with Dinner: $15
- Munduk authentic cooking class & banyumala waterfall: $16
- Dinner Show at Lost City - Story of Humanity Experience: $20
- Ubud Cooking Class with Optional Market Visit Pickup Included: $21
- Balinese Traditional Cooking Class with Market Tour: $23
- Balinese Cooking School and Market Tour with Transfer: $24
- Balinese Traditional Cooking Class with Market Tour Ubud: $24
- Cooking Class with Transfers and Optional Market Visit: $24
- Ubud : Vegetarian & Vegan cooking class with market visit: $24
- Balinese Cooking Class and Market Tour with Transfers: $24
- Ubud Cooking : All Inclusive Cooking Class: $25
- Best of Ubud with Cooking Class Experience: $26
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Chumphon $11Ubud $11
Tours and Activities in Ubud
Here are a few actual costs in Ubud for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 DAY Valley Trekking at Hidden Canyon Bejiguwang + Sightseeing/Private Tour 8 Hours/English/Japanese Driver Included: $41
- All Inclusive Tour in Nusa Lembongan Islands : $155
- BALI INSTAGRAM TOUR Private Tour with Wifi onboard: $87
- Bali : Customized Tour Sekumpul Waterfalls & Handara gate Heaven: $36
- Bali Private tour : $55
- Bali PrivateTanahlot Sunset Tour: $110
- Bali Royal palaces (observe tour): $94
- Barong Dance and Waterfall tour in Bali: $35
- Best Ubud Tours -All inclusive with private driver: $35
- Best of Ubud Tours with Jungle Swing ( All Inclusive ): $94
- Full Day Private Tour in Lempuyang Temple, Bali: $65
- Gate Of Heaven Lempuyang Temple Tours with Blue Lagoon Snorkeling: $35
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayChumphon $12Ubud $7.18
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)$4.15
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Chumphon and Ubud, we can see that Ubud 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 Ubud would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ubud 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 Ubud Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Chumphon or Ubud?
Chumphon has a larger population, and is about 97% larger than the population of Ubud. When comparing the sizes of Chumphon and Ubud, 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.