A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Ephesus vs. Jodhpur for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Ephesus or Jodhpur?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or Jodhpur, 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: Ephesus or Jodhpur?

Ephesus

The ancient city of Ephesus was famed for the Temple of Artemis (completed around 550 BC). It is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The temple was destroyed in 401 AD and rebuilt by Emperor Constantine I along with new public baths. The town was again partially destroyed by an earthquake in 614 AD. The city's importance as a commercial center declined as the harbor was slowly silted up by the Cayster River (Kucuk Menderes).

Jodhpur

Jodhpur is a city in the Rajasthan state of India. This city is located on the outskirts of the Thar Desert and is known for having sunshine almost every day of the year. Rao Jodha, an ancient Rajput chief, founded the city in 1459 AD. Many of the houses in the city are shades of blue, hence the reason that the city is sometimes referred to as the Blue City.

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Which place is cheaper, Jodhpur or Ephesus?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Ephesus is $143, while the average daily cost in Jodhpur is $35. 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 Ephesus and Jodhpur in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Ephesus $70
    Jodhpur $14
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Ephesus $140
    Jodhpur $28
Compare Hotels in Ephesus and Jodhpur

Looking for a hotel in Ephesus or Jodhpur? 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.

Hotels in Ephesus


Hotels in Jodhpur


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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: Ephesus Hotel Prices and Jodhpur Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Ephesus $51
    Jodhpur $6.51

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ephesus

Also for Ephesus, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Vip Transfer Kusadasi To/From Izmir Airport: $67
  • Transfer from/to Izmir Airport ADB to/from Didim Area: $186
  • Transfer: $66
  • Scuba Diving Experience in Kusadasi with Instructor and Transfer: $60
  • Private Transfers İzmir City or Adnan Menderes Airport to/from Kusadasi Town: $131
  • Private Transfers İzmir City Adnan Menderes Apt to/from Selçuk, Ephesus, Şirince: $131
  • Private Transfers From Kusadasi: $174
  • Private Transfer from Kusadasi hotels to Kusadasi Cruise Port: $22
  • Private Transfer from Kusadasi hotels to Kusadasi Cruise Port: $24
  • Private Transfer from Kusadasi Port to Adnan Menderes Airport ADB: $64
  • Private Transfer from Kusadasi Cruise Port to Kusadasi hotels: $24
  • Private Transfer from Kusadasi Cruise Port to Kusadasi Hotels: $22

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jodhpur

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jodhpur are as follows:


  • Tuk Tuk Ride
    $0.36

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jodhpur

Also for Jodhpur, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Private transfer - Jodhpur to Udaipur via Ranakpur: $201
  • Private 3-Day City Tour of Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada with Transfer: $194
  • Private Transfer From Jodhpur To Delhi Via Pushkar: $149
  • One-Way Transfer from Jodhpur to Jaipur via Pushkar With Lunch: $127
  • Private Transfer from Jodhpur to Udaipur with Ranakpur Jain Temple: $126
  • From Jaisalmer : Private One Way Jodhpur Transfer in AC Car: $120
  • Royal Jodhpur - A Heritage Walking Tour with private transfers: $114
  • Private Transfer From JodhpurTo Ahmedabad: $107
  • jodhpur to ranthambore one Way Transfer: $106
  • From Jodhpur : Transfer To Ranthmbore: $100
  • Private Transfers Jodhpur To Bikaner Drop: $92
  • Privaet Transfer From Jodhpur To Bikaner Via Deshnok: $83

Is it cheaper to fly into Ephesus or Jodhpur?

Prices for flights to both Jodhpur and Ephesus 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Ephesus $33
    Jodhpur $13
Typical Food Prices in Ephesus

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Ephesus:


  • Sandwiches
    $0.15
  • Dessert
    $0.17
  • Lunch at Beach (for 2)
    $0.59
  • Snacks
    $0.25

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ephesus

For Ephesus, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Cooking Class in Kusadasi Ephesus: $110
  • Taste of Traditional Turkish Cuisine | Small Group Kusadasi Food Tour: $211
  • Cooking Class in Ephesus Selcuk Town: $228

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jodhpur

For Jodhpur, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • chai and pakora cooking class: $6.15
  • Half Day Osian Village Safari Tour with Dinner: $11
  • Experience Jodhpur Food Tour With Pick Up & Drop Off: $15
  • Private Cooking Class in Jodhpur With Pick Up & Drop Off: $19
  • Experience Indian Food Cooking Session At Local Family: $20
  • Private Guided Cooking Workshop Experience in Jodhphur: $22
  • Private Cooking Class In Jodhpur With Family: $22
  • Waking Food Tour In Jodhpur: $24
  • Taste of Jodhpur (2 Hour Guided Street Food Tour Experience): $24
  • street food tour with over 8 food tastings: $24
  • Jodhpur Private Cooking Class With Family: $25
  • The Real Jodhpur Camel Safari In Desert Wita Marwadi Dinner: $34

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Ephesus $59
    Jodhpur $12

Tours and Activities in Ephesus

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ephesus.

  • Ephesus Half Day Small Group Tour: $40
  • Ephesus Shared Tour from Kuşadası Port: $130
  • Ephesus Tour With Small Group From Kusadasi: $77
  • Ephesus Tour from Kusadası Port: $44
  • Ephesus small groups Tour For Cruisers (skip the line): $200
  • Ephesus tours and Virgin Mary's House Temple Artemis tours : $67
  • Private Pergamum Tour from Izmir or Kusadasi: $274
  • Private Tour Ephesus for Cruise Guests : $250
  • Private Tour to Ephesus, Virgin Mary, and Artemis Temple From Cruise Ship/Hotel: $120
  • Small Group Pamukkale Day Tour from Selcuk or Kusadası : $93
  • ( Skip The Line - Max 10 Pax) Small Group Ephesus Tour for Cruise Passengers : $25
  • -e Bike Tour Through Vineyards with Ephesus Visit: $120

Typical Entertainment Prices in Jodhpur

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Jodhpur's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • Fort Entrance for Two
    $5.98
  • Astrology Reading
    $4.19

Tours and Activities in Jodhpur

For Jodhpur, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • 2 Days Jodhpur City Tour With Camel & Village Tour: $78
  • 2 Days Jodhpur Private Tour With Camel Ride And Village Tour: $90
  • 2 Days Jodhpur Private Tour With Camel Ride And Village Tour: $72
  • 2 Days Safari Tour in Jawai and Jodphur: $200
  • 2 Days Tour in Jodhpur, Heritage City: $83
  • 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour in Jodhpur: $10
  • 3 Days Jodhpur City Tour With Village Tour & Desert Tour: $98
  • 3 Days Jodhpur Private Tour: $216
  • 3 Days Private Jodhpur City Tour With Village Tour & Desert Safari: $154
  • 3-Day Jaisalmer Tour From Jodhpur: $270
  • 4 - Days Jaisalmer And Jodhpur Combo Tour: $222
  • 6 Night 7 Days Udaipur Jodhpur and Jaisalmer Tour By Car: $336

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Ephesus $15
    Jodhpur $10
Typical Alcohol Prices in Ephesus

Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Ephesus from other travelers:


  • Beer
    $0.12

Sample the Local Flavors in Ephesus

Also in Ephesus, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Skip-the-line Ephesus & Wine Tasting Tour From Kusadasi Port: $54
  • Ephesus port tours and Wine Tasting Tours : $70
  • Ephesus and Sirince with Wine tasting Private Half Day Shore Excursion: $100
  • Ancient Ephesus tour with Wine Tasting in the village and visit to Mother's Mary House: $131
  • Private Ephesus Tour with Wine Tasting: $134
  • Full-Day Private Ephesus Tour with Wine Tasting from Kusadasi: $149
  • Ephesus and Wine Tasting Tour From Kusadasi with Private Guide and Van: $218


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ephesus and Jodhpur, we can see that Ephesus is more expensive. And not only is Jodhpur much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Ephesus is in Europe and Jodhpur is in Asia, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Jodhpur would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Jodhpur 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 Ephesus would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ephesus than you might in Jodhpur.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ephesus Expensive? and Is Jodhpur Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Ephesus or Jodhpur?

Jodhpur has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Ephesus. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus and Jodhpur, 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.


When is the best time to visit Ephesus or Jodhpur?

Ephesus has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Jodhpur experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Ephesus or Jodhpur in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Ephesus and Jodhpur. Jodhpur attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

It's very hot in Jodhpur this time of the year. In July, Ephesus is generally cooler than Jodhpur. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 27°C (81°F), and Jodhpur fluctuates around 32°C (90°F).

Jodhpur receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Jodhpur. Ephesus gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Jodhpur receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Ephesus 27°C (81°F) 
    Jodhpur 32°C (90°F)

Should I visit Ephesus or Jodhpur in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Ephesus as well as Jodhpur. The warm climate attracts visitors to Jodhpur throughout the year.

Ephesus is cooler than Jodhpur in the autumn. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 19°C (66°F) in October, and Jodhpur fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).

Ephesus usually gets more rain in October than Jodhpur. Ephesus gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Jodhpur receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Ephesus 19°C (66°F) 
    Jodhpur 28°C (82°F)

Should I visit Ephesus or Jodhpur in the Winter?

Both Jodhpur and Ephesus are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Jodhpur because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

In the winter, Ephesus is much colder than Jodhpur. Typically, the winter temperatures in Ephesus in January average around 10°C (50°F), and Jodhpur averages at about 17°C (63°F).

It's quite rainy in Ephesus. In January, Ephesus usually receives more rain than Jodhpur. Ephesus gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Jodhpur receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Ephesus 10°C (50°F) 
    Jodhpur 17°C (63°F)

Should I visit Ephesus or Jodhpur in the Spring?

Both Jodhpur and Ephesus during the spring are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Jodhpur year-round.

It's very hot in Jodhpur this time of the year. In April, Ephesus is generally much colder than Jodhpur. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 15°C (59°F), and Jodhpur fluctuates around 31°C (88°F).

Ephesus usually gets more rain in April than Jodhpur. Ephesus gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Jodhpur receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Ephesus 15°C (59°F) 
    Jodhpur 31°C (88°F)

Typical Weather for Jodhpur and Ephesus

Ephesus Jodhpur
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 10°C (50°F) 149 mm (5.9 in) 17°C (63°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Feb 10°C (50°F) 103 mm (4.1 in) 21°C (70°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Mar 12°C (53°F) 86 mm (3.4 in) 26°C (79°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Apr 15°C (59°F) 32 mm (1.3 in) 31°C (88°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
May 19°C (67°F) 16 mm (0.6 in) 35°C (95°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Jun 24°C (75°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 34°C (93°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Jul 27°C (81°F) 1 mm (0 in) 32°C (90°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Aug 27°C (81°F) 1 mm (0 in) 29°C (84°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Sep 24°C (75°F) 23 mm (0.9 in) 28°C (82°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Oct 19°C (66°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) 28°C (82°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Nov 14°C (58°F) 110 mm (4.3 in) 23°C (73°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Dec 12°C (53°F) 164 mm (6.5 in) 19°C (66°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)