Which place is cheaper, Agra or Cochin?
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 Cochin or Agra?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Cochin or Agra, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Cochin or Agra?
Cochin
Cochin is a large city in Kerala, India. It's a cosmopolitan commercial port city with a population of over two million and is a major tourist destination. The city has a diverse population that has migrated from elsewhere in Kerala, as well as the rest of India. The city continues to become more cosmopolitan with fashion shifting to western styles. There are also many large shopping malls as well as an enthusiasm for sports such as football (soccer) or cricket.
Agra
In the north of India, in the state of Uttar Pradesh is the city of Agra. This land is home to great tales of emperors and majestic temples. It is the home to a magnificent past and the greatest symbol of love known to man, the Taj Mahal.
While this incredible structure is the main draw to this area, there is much more to see. Once the capital of the Mughal Empire, Agra can claim three different UNESCO World Heritage sites - the Taj Mahal, the Agra Fort and the abandoned city of Fatehpur Sikiri.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to India, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from New Delhi, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Mumbai.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCochin $45Agra $55
The average daily cost (per person) in Cochin is $45, while the average daily cost in Agra is $55. 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 Cochin and Agra in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCochin $15Agra $15
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCochin $30Agra $30
Compare Hotels in Cochin and Agra
Looking for a hotel in Cochin or Agra? 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: Cochin Hotel Prices and Agra Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cochin $10Agra $10
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Agra
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Agra:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$0.59
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Agra
Also for Agra, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Affordable transfer from Agra to Jaipur via Fatehpur Sikri: $33
- Agra : Half Day Shopping Tour with Private Guide & Transfer: $38
- Agra : Private Transfer Agra to Delhi: $50
- Agra : Transfer To Jaipur Via Chand Baori & Fatehpur Sikri: $50
- Agra Airport: One-Way Transfer Arrival and Departure: $5.91
- Agra Fort Skip-the-Line E-tickets & guide Agra transfers: $24
- Agra Full Day City Sightseeing Guided Tour - Transfer Option: $30
- Agra Half Day Shopping Tour with Private Guide & Transfer: $18
- Agra Half-Day City Tour and Transfer to Delhi: $88
- Agra to Delhi (one-way shared transfer): $67
- Agra to Delhi Airport Transfers by Car: $85
- Agra to Delhi airport transfer by air-conditioned car: $51
Is it cheaper to fly into Cochin or Agra?
Prices for flights to both Agra and Cochin 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 dayCochin $21Agra $27
Typical Food Prices in Agra
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Agra:
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Breakfast for Two$2.13
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Agra
For Agra, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- From Local Street Food Tour By TUK-TUK: $11
- Agra Cooking Classes (Pick up and Drop available): $14
- Street Food Tour with Spice Market on Tuk-Tuk: $19
- Local Food Tour with Cooking Class in Home Agra: $21
- Tuk-Tuk Ride and Street Food Tour with Spice Market: $22
- The Spirit of Agra - Old Market Walking and Food Tour: $26
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal Tour with Indian Cooking Class: $27
- Indian Food Private Cooking Class: $30
- Agra's best cooking classes: $30
- Cooking classes Tour Including Pickup And Dropping To Hotel: $31
- Watch Bollywood Movie with Dinner in Agra: $35
- Old City Spiritual, Cultural & Local Street Food Tour: $35
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cochin $10Agra $19
Typical Entertainment Prices in Agra
For Agra, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Entry to the Red Fort for Two$7.10
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Taj Mahal for Two$18
Tours and Activities in Agra
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Agra.
- From Same Day Taj Mahal & Agra Fort Sunrise Tour: $0.12
- Handmade Marble Demonstration Tour: $1.01
- Agra : Taj Mahal tour with guide: $1.18
- Skip-the-line entry ticket on Taj Mahal tour: $1.18
- Taj Mahal Skip-the-Line Entry with Guided Tour: $1.18
- From Delhi: Agra Tour by Express Train: $1.40
- Taj Mahal and Mausoleum Tour with Skip-the-Line Entry: $1.66
- Taj Mahal & Mausoleum Skip-The-Line Tickets & guided tour: $2.07
- Taj Mahal Private Tour from Delhi with Ticket & Meal Options: $2.37
- Skip-The-Line Taj Mahal Guided Tour with Multi Options: $2.37
- Skip-the-Line Taj Mahal Tour with ticket: $2.52
- Taj Mahal Skip the Line tickets with Tour Guide & Car: $2.66
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCochin $8.69Agra $9.52
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cochin and Agra, we can see that Agra is more expensive. And not only is Cochin much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Cochin would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cochin 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 Agra would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Agra than you might in Cochin.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Cochin Expensive? and Is Agra Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cochin or Agra?
Agra has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Cochin. When comparing the sizes of Cochin and Agra, 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.