Which place is cheaper, Hiroshima or Cochin?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Cochin or Hiroshima?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Cochin or Hiroshima, 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 Hiroshima?
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.
Hiroshima
Hiroshima is positioned on the coast of the Seto Inland Sea and is an industrial city made up of many zigzagging rivers and wide boulevard streets. Today Hiroshima is a modern and vibrant city with great food and an energetic nightlife, but the image that remains in most visitor's minds is the Hiroshima of 1945 when it became the horrific sight of the first atomic bomb attack. Hiroshima shares the colorful neon atmosphere of other major Japanese cities and its hard to recognize the city immortalized all those years ago on that fateful day.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to India, The Best Adventure Tours to Japan, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCochin $36Hiroshima $100
The average daily cost (per person) in Cochin is $36, while the average daily cost in Hiroshima is $100. 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 Hiroshima in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCochin $15Hiroshima $64
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCochin $30Hiroshima $128
Compare Hotels in Cochin and Hiroshima
Looking for a hotel in Cochin or Hiroshima? 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 Hiroshima Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cochin $9.90Hiroshima $9.71
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hiroshima
Also for Hiroshima, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Hiroshima Airport to/from Hiroshima City Private Transfer: $171
- Hiroshima port Shore excursion Private transfer: $472
- Iwakuni Airport to/from Hiroshima City Private Transfer: $228
- Private Departure Transfer Hiroshima City to Hiroshima International Airport: $220
Is it cheaper to fly into Cochin or Hiroshima?
Prices for flights to both Hiroshima 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 $12Hiroshima $29
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hiroshima
For Hiroshima, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hiroshima No1 food!! 'Okonomiyaki'-cooking class: $41
- Local Favorites Private Night Food Tour: $68
- Food and Culture Guided Walking Tour with Dinner: $73
- Bar Hopping Food Tour: $79
- Hiroshima Bar Hopping Food Tour: $83
- Enjoy a Private Japanese Cooking Class with a Local Hiroshima Family: $90
- Dinner Cruise on HANAIKADA (Raft-Type Boat) with Scenic View of Miyajima: $97
- Best of Hiroshima Food Tour: $153
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cochin $10Hiroshima $5.39
Tours and Activities in Hiroshima
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hiroshima.
- Hiroshima:Visit Tourist Pass(1, 2, 3day and 3day middlearea): $6.32
- Kumano Brush Factory Tour and Brush-Making Experience: $25
- Mihara Goshushi Tour-Walking around the castle town Mihara-: $26
- Peace Park Tour VR/Hiroshima: $32
- Guided Virtual Tour of Peace Park in Hiroshima/PEACE PARK TOUR VR: $33
- Original Amulet Making Experience: $33
- Traditional Japanese Archery Experience: $35
- Japanese Traditional Archery Experience Hiroshima : $36
- Field Archery Experience in Hiroshima, Japan: $38
- Tea ceremony experience near Atomic Bomb Dome: $41
- City Reconstruction History E-Bike Tour: $49
- Miyajima: Private Rickshaw Tour to Itsukushima Shrine: $51
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCochin $8.79Hiroshima $12
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cochin and Hiroshima, we can see that Hiroshima 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 Hiroshima would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hiroshima 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 Hiroshima Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cochin or Hiroshima?
Hiroshima has a larger population, and is about 89% larger than the population of Cochin. When comparing the sizes of Cochin and Hiroshima, 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.