Which place is cheaper, Bangalore 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 Bangalore?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Cochin or Bangalore, 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 Bangalore?
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.
Bangalore
Bangalore is the capital city of the state of Karnataka, in India. It's also India's third largest city with a population of about 8.5 million. It's considered one of the most liveable cities in the country and was historically known for its many gardens and lush green spaces. Today those areas are all but gone, having given way to the growing population and sprawling metropolises. Bangalore is also the information technology hub of the country and is sometimes referred to as India's Silicon Valley.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to India, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in India, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in India, and The Best 2-Week Tours in India.
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Cochin Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCochin $45Bangalore $53
The average daily cost (per person) in Cochin is $45, while the average daily cost in Bangalore is $53. 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 Bangalore in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCochin $15Bangalore $20
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCochin $30Bangalore $40
Compare Hotels in Cochin and Bangalore
Looking for a hotel in Cochin or Bangalore? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cochin $10Bangalore $9.59
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bangalore
Also for Bangalore, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- A Private Transfer: From Chennai to Bangalore Car & Driver: $142
- Affordable Bangalore Airport Transfer: $28
- Affordable Bangalore Airport Transfer: $16
- All-Inclusive Taj Mahal and Agra Private Tour with Transfers: $550
- Bangalore - private arrival transfer from airport to hotel: $35
- Bangalore airport to Hotel Transfer: $18
- Bangalore to Chennai Private Transfers: $135
- One-Way Private City Transfer Mysore & Bangalore: $50
- Bannerghatta Park Safari & Zoo Tickets with Private Transfer: $58
- Bengaluru Airport (BLR) to Bengaluru Round-Trip Transfer: $86
- Bengaluru Kempegowda Airport (BLR) to Bengaluru Arrival Transfer: $43
- Bengaluru Kempegowda Airport (BLR) to Bengaluru City -RoundTrip Private Transfer: $78
Is it cheaper to fly into Cochin or Bangalore?
Prices for flights to both Bangalore 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 $21Bangalore $22
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bangalore
For Bangalore, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Traditional Cooking Classes & Dinner with Family: $32
- Bangalore : Street Food tour and Local Market Visit.: $39
- Discover Bangalore's Cuisine: Private Half-Day Cooking Experience: $60
- Private South Indian Cooking Class in Bangalore with a Local: $62
- Private In-Home Cooking Demonstration and Meal in Bangalore: $68
- Private Cooking and Dining Experience in Bengaluru: $68
- Private Indian Cooking Class and Meal in Bangalore Home: $73
- 3-Hour Private Cooking Lesson and Meal in a Bangalore Home: $74
- Private Bengaluru Food Walking Tour with Dinner: $99
- Cooking experience in Bangalore, a half day tour: $107
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cochin $10Bangalore $11
Tours and Activities in Bangalore
For Bangalore, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Indoor Mini Golf Madness Ticket: $7.69
- Bangalore Basavanagudi Heritage Self Guided Walking Tour: $8.47
- Bangalore Walking Tour (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $13
- FLOWER and FRUIT market tour: $13
- Bangalore Heritage and Cultural Walking Tour: $13
- Cubbon Park Heritage Walk: A self-guided tour of Bangalore's unique history: $15
- Walk of Divinity Bangalore (2 hours guided walking tour): $17
- Walk on Tales of Bangalore (2 hours guided walking tour): $17
- Discover Bangalore with Me (A Private Historical Walk Tour): $21
- Bangalore Private Tour: $35
- Tales of Bangalore a Walking Tour: $35
- Old City Walking Tour: $35
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCochin $8.69Bangalore $8.97
Sample the Local Flavors in Bangalore
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Bangalore:
- Pub Crawl in Bengaluru - A lovely private evening experience with a local: $39
- Pub Crawl Bangalore: $39
- Pub Crawl Bangalore (3 Hours Guided Nightlife Experience): $42
- pub crawl Bangalore tours: $50
- Pub Crawl with Welcome Drinks, Games & Discounts: $50
- Brews of Bengaluru- Pub Crawl: $95
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cochin and Bangalore, we can see that Bangalore 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 Bangalore would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bangalore 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 Bangalore Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cochin or Bangalore?
Bangalore has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Cochin. When comparing the sizes of Cochin and Bangalore, 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.