Should you visit Jaipur or Bangalore?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Jaipur and Bangalore can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Jaipur or Bangalore?
Jaipur
Jaipur, India, famously known as the Pink City, is the capital of Rajasthan and is often a highlight for many travelers to the area. Dating back to the eighteenth century, it is part of the Indian Golden Triangle which also includes Delhi and Agra. It's also a stopping off point for travelers venturing into the desert cities of Jodhpur and Jaisalmer. The city has a population of about 6.66 million people, making it the largest city in the state of Rajasthan and the tenth largest city in the country.
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.
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Which place is cheaper, Bangalore or Jaipur?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
The average daily cost (per person) in Jaipur is $20, while the average daily cost in Bangalore is $47. 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 Jaipur and Bangalore in more detail.
Accommodation
Looking for a hotel in Jaipur 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:
Jaipur Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jaipur
Also for Jaipur, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Transfer from Jaipur to Delhi with Tajmahal sight seeing:
$187
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Transfer From Jaipur To Udaipur Via Chittorgarh Fort:
$85
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Samode Town Excursion- A Visit to a Unique Rajasthan town with private transfers:
$204
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Ranthambore Tiger Safari Tickets With Optional Transfers:
$108
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Private transfer: Jaipur to Udaipur enroute Trip to Chittorgarh Fort with lunch:
$247
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Private transfer: Jaipur to Udaipur enroute Trip to Chittorgarh Fort:
$209
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Private transfer: Jaipur to Jodhpur via Ajmer:
$126
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Private transfer - Jaipur to Udaipur via Chittorgarh Fort with lunch:
$250
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Private transfer - Jaipur to Udaipur via Chittorgarh Fort:
$211
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Private transfer - Jaipur to Agra via Fatehpur Sikri with lunch:
$214
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Private transfer - Jaipur to Agra via Fatehpur Sikri:
$177
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Private Transfers from Jaipur Airport to any Residences to Delhi by cab:
$90
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bangalore
Also for Bangalore, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Vineyard Tour to Beautiful Nandi Hills including Wine Tasting & Private Transfer:
$238
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Bengaluru Airport Private Transfer Service:
$231
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Bangalore to Chennai Private Transfers:
$135
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Bengaluru Kempegowda Airport (BLR) to Bengaluru City -RoundTrip Private Transfer:
$83
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Bengaluru Airport (BLR) to Bengaluru Round-Trip Transfer:
$76
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Wild Life Jeep Safari Tour at Bannerghatta with Private Transfer:
$70
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Private Departure Transfer from City Hotel to Bengaluru Airport - 10PM to 6AM:
$52
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Bengaluru Airport (BLR) to Bengaluru - Arrival Private Transfer:
$42
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Bengaluru City to Bengaluru Kempegowda Airport (BLR)- Departure Private Transfer:
$42
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Bengaluru Kempegowda Airport (BLR) to Bengaluru Arrival Transfer:
$38
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Bengaluru to Bengaluru Airport (BLR) - Departure Private Transfer:
$38
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Bangalore Airport (BLR) Private Transfer to Bangalore City/Hotels:
$32
Is it cheaper to fly into Jaipur or Bangalore?
Prices for flights to both Bangalore and Jaipur 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 day
Jaipur $7.60
Bangalore $19
Typical Food Prices in Jaipur
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Jaipur:
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jaipur
For Jaipur, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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Culture walking and food tour with guide in Jaipur.:
$9.92
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Feast on the Streets: Best Jaipur Food Tour:
$14
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Jaipur Home Cooking Experience with Authentic Lunch/Dinner:
$14
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Best Food Tour in Jaipur:
$15
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Jaipur Half-Day Evening Tour with Sunset and Dinner:
$15
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Cooking Class and Cultural Evening with Locals:
$17
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Amber Fort Light & Sound Show with Dinner:
$17
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Famous Masala Chowk Food Tour:
$18
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Cooking class demo with dinner:
$18
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Jaipur Pink City Cooking Class:
$19
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Vegetarian Hands on Cooking Class with Local Family in Jaipur:
$19
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cooking class demo with dinner:
$20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bangalore
For Bangalore, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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Traditional Cooking Classes & Dinner with Chef Family:
$44
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Traditional Gowda Cooking Class and Meal in a Bangalore Home:
$59
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Discover Bangalore's Cuisine: Private Half-Day Cooking Experience:
$60
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Private South Indian Cooking Class in Bangalore with a Local:
$78
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Private Bengaluru Food Walking Tour with Dinner:
$99
Entertainment
Typical Entertainment Prices in Jaipur
For Jaipur, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Palace Entry for Two
$1.04
Tours and Activities in Jaipur
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Jaipur.
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“Jaipur Full-Day Private Tour by Car or Tuk-Tuk with Local Guide:
$4.29
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1 Day: Jhalana Leopard Safari+Abhaneri Step Well Tour From Jaipur:
$272
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1 Night 2 Days Ranthambhore WildLife Tour From Jaipur:
$73
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1-Night Private Tour to The Taj Mahal and Agra from Jaipur by Car:
$248
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2 Day Golden Triangle Tour to Agra and Delhi From Jaipur:
$191
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2 Day Heritage Pink City Jaipur Highlight & Sightseeing Tour:
$170
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2 Day Jaipur Tour for Authentic Experiences:
$30
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2 Day Jaipur Tour for First-Time Visitors:
$27
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2 Day Jaipur Tour with Car and Guide:
$48
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2 Days Delhi and Taj Mahal Overnight Tour from Delhi by Car:
$125
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2 Days Jaipur City Tour: Discover the Pink City with fee:
$98
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2 Days Jaipur Private City Tour:
$107
Tours and Activities in Bangalore
For Bangalore, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
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(Mysuru) Mysore Day Out - A Royal Experience Private Tour from Bangalore:
$125
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2 day Motorcycle tour from Bangalore to Belur, Halebid & Shravanabelagola:
$288
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3 Days Taj Mahal Tour From Bengaluru to Agra:
$80
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3-Day Wayanad Tour from Bangalore:
$298
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Agra Taj Tour from Bangalore:
$292
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All Inclusive Bangalore Half-Day City Tour with Hotel Pickup:
$70
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Architecture Tour of Bangalore:
$76
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Authentic Shopping Experience in Bangalore for Souvenirs & Gifts:
$38
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Bangalore Cantonment Tour: Colonial History, Stories & Breakfast:
$51
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Bangalore City Tour (Lunch, Pick up & drop at hotel):
$100
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Bangalore Explorer: 3-Day Tour of the Garden City:
$259
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Bangalore Heritage Walking Tour through Gavipuram:
$30
Alcohol
Sample the Local Flavors in Jaipur
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Jaipur:
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Pub Crawl Jaipur:
$34
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Jaipur Guided Bar Crawl with Hotel Pickup and Drop-off:
$147
Sample the Local Flavors in Bangalore
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Bangalore:
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Pub Crawl in Bengaluru - A lovely private evening experience with a local:
$34
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Pub Crawl Bangalore:
$34
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Bangalore The original Pub crawl Tour:
$40
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Pub Crawl & Nightlife Exploration in Bangalore from 8 PM to 1 AM:
$75
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Brews of Bengaluru- Pub Crawl:
$95
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Bangalore Wine Trails: Grover Zampa Vineyard & Wine Tasting:
$161
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jaipur and Bangalore, we can see that Bangalore is more expensive. And not only is Jaipur much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Jaipur would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Jaipur 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 Jaipur.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Jaipur Expensive? and Is Bangalore Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jaipur or Bangalore?
Bangalore has a larger population, and is about 88% larger than the population of Jaipur. When comparing the sizes of Jaipur 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.
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