Should you visit Cordoba or Cochabamba?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Cordoba or Cochabamba, this travel cost comparison can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Cordoba
Cordoba is the capital of the Cordoba province and the second largest city in all of Argentina. The city is in a beautiful setting surrounded by valleys and hills. Within the city you will find many colonial buildings and beautiful architecture. Cordoba also has many universities and scientific institutes, giving it the nickname "La Docta." Because of the large number of students, Cordoba's population is young and active, which keeps the atmosphere light and fun.
Cochabamba
With a population of about 630,000, Cochabamba is the fourth largest city in Bolivia. It's located about 240 kilometers from the capital city of La Paz and is surrounded by mountains, but sits within a valley.
The city is known for its gardens and has many sights to offer the visitor. Cochabamba offers a calming retreat that is a refreshing break from the hustle and bustle of many South American cities. It's a great location to learn Spanish and there are plenty of activities and cultural events that you can enjoy in and around town.
Cochabamba's climate is semi-arid. There is an extended dry season between May and October and the wet season is from November to March. The days are warm and the nights are cool.
Which city is cheaper, Cochabamba or Cordoba?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Cordoba is $61, while the average daily cost in Cochabamba is $50. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Cordoba and Cochabamba in more detail.
Accommodation
The prices for places to stay in Cordoba can vary by date, location, and type. Generally, the average cost for accommodation per person is $22, while a typical double-occupancy hotel room for two people will cost around $44.
Cochabamba's average price for two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room is $40. A typical place to stay for one person, per day is $20.
Food
Food in Cordoba costs travelers about $28 per day on average. Restaurants can vary significantly in price, so choose wisely if you're trying to save money. Fast food and street stalls are typically your cheapest options, which sit down restaurants can be significantly more expensive.
Cochabamba food costs typically run travelers around $18 per day. Eating every meal in a nicer restaurant will drive the cost up, and grabbing fast food or casual meals will help you save money.
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Food
Meals for one day
Cordoba $28
Cochabamba $18
Typical Food prices in Cordoba
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Cordoba:
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Empanadas
$0.13
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Sandwich
$0.04
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Ice Cream
$0.04
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cordoba
For Cordoba, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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Cordoba Spanish Cooking Class & Market Tour:
$118
Local Transportation
To get around in Cordoba, the average visitor spends $15 per day, per person. This includes the costs of taxi rides and private drivers as well as public transportation, which tends to be much more affordable.
The cost of a taxi ride in Cochabamba is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent $13 per person, per day, on local transportation in Cochabamba.
Typical Local Transportation prices in Cordoba
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Cordoba are as follows:
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cordoba
Also for Cordoba, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Transfer in Private Car from Cordoba to Ingeniero Ambrosio Taravella Airport-COR:
$14
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Private Airport Transfer: Cordoba to Ingeniero Ambrosio Taravella Airport (COR):
$19
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Transfer in private minivan from Cordoba to Ingeniero Ambrosio Taravella Airport:
$56
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Private transfer in Cordoba from Airport or Train Station:
$75
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Cordoba Private Arrival Transfer:
$100
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Private Transfer IN or OUT in Upscale Vehicle with Professional Driver:
$100
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Cordoba Private Departure Transfer:
$100
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Private transfer from/to Cordoba to/from Malaga:
$261
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Cordoba to Granada Private Transfer:
$275
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Private Transfer from Córdoba to Malaga (AGP) Airport:
$336
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Cordoba to Seville Private Transfer:
$444
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Private Transfer: Córdoba Airport (ODB) to Cordoba:
$622
Entertainment
In Cordoba, the costs for things to do, activities, admission tickets, and other sightseeing expenses are on average $14 per person, per day.
Entertainment and activities in Cochabamba typically cost an average of $20 per person, per day. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
Tours and Activities in Cordoba
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Cordoba.
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Private Walking Tour of the Patios of San Basilio in Cordoba:
$12
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Cordoba Jewish Quartier Guided Tour:
$15
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Patios of Cordoba Festival Tour:
$15
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Guided Tour of Medina Azahara at Night:
$17
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Alcazar Skip the Line Guided Tour:
$19
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Guided Tour to the Popular Patios of Cordoba:
$19
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Patios tour in Cordoba:
$19
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Alcázar Reyes Cristianos Guided Tour with Tickets & Priority Access:
$19
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Olive Oil tasting breakfast & Tour:
$19
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Patios of Cordoba Walking Tour in Spanish:
$20
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Medina Azahara Tour from Cordoba:
$21
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Cordoba's Authentic Patios: 2-Hour Tour with Tickets:
$22
Tours and Activities in Cochabamba
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cochabamba are as follows:
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3D/2N Paquete Turistico a Torotoro 22,23 y 24 de Febrero Carnavales-Vision Tours:
$125
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Adventure Through Toro Toro National Park. 3 Days 2 Nights. English Guide:
$600
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Adventure Through Toro Toro National Park. 3 Days 2 Nights. Spanish Guide:
$513
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Adventure Through Toro Toro National Park. 4 Days 3 Nights. English Guide:
$779
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Adventure Through Toro Toro National Park. 4 Days 3 Nights. Spanish Guide:
$656
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Amazing Torotoro National Park Tour (2 days 1 night):
$200
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Romantic tour in Cochabamba:
$498
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TOROTORO PAQUETE DE 2 DIAS 1 NOCHE Con VISION TOURS BOLIVIA:
$82
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The Best of Cochabamba Walking Tour:
$498
Alcohol
Alcoholic beverages can often be a significant portion of a traveler's budget, and the costs can vary greatly from person to person. In Cordoba, the average amount that a visitor spends on alcoholic beverages per day is $11.
The average person spends about $12 on alcoholic beverages in Cochabamba per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
Sample the Local Flavors in Cordoba
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cordoba:
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Evening Wine Tasting Córdoba:
$25
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Cordoba Mezquita Tour with Wine Tasting:
$35
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Córdoba Rooftop Experience with Wine Tasting:
$107
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Wine Tour Privado - Calamuchita:
$130
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cordoba and Cochabamba, we can see that Cordoba is more expensive. And not only is Cochabamba much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Cochabamba would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cochabamba 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 Cordoba would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cordoba than you might in Cochabamba.
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