Which place is cheaper, Hiroshima or Jaipur?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Jaipur or Hiroshima?
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 Hiroshima 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 Hiroshima?
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.
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 Budget Tours to India, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from New Delhi, The Best Adventure Tours to Japan, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJaipur $19Hiroshima $100
The average daily cost (per person) in Jaipur is $19, 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 Jaipur and Hiroshima in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJaipur $12Hiroshima $64
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJaipur $24Hiroshima $128
Compare Hotels in Jaipur and Hiroshima
Looking for a hotel in Jaipur 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: Jaipur Hotel Prices and Hiroshima Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jaipur $1.54Hiroshima $9.71
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jaipur
Also for Jaipur, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer: Jaipur to Udaipur enroute Trip to Chittorgarh Fort with lunch: $289
- Private transfer - Jaipur to Udaipur via Chittorgarh Fort with lunch: $285
- Private transfer - Jaipur to Agra via Fatehpur Sikri with lunch: $245
- Private transfer - Jaipur to Udaipur via Chittorgarh Fort: $242
- Samode Town Excursion- A Visit to a Unique Rajasthan town with private transfers: $231
- Private 3-Day City Tour of Amber Fort, City Palace Including Transfers: $228
- Private transfer - Jaipur to Agra via Fatehpur Sikri: $201
- Transfer from Jaipur to Delhi with Tajmahal sight seeing: $200
- Leopard Wildlife Safari at Amagarh Park Including Transfers: $180
- One Way Transfer From Jaipur To Mount Abu With Optional Stop at Pushkar/Udaipur: $173
- 2-Day Jaipur City Tour visit Amber Fort, City Palace with Transfers: $164
- From Agra : 2 Day Jaipur Transfer & Jaipur Sightseeing Tour: $162
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hiroshima
Also for Hiroshima, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- 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
- Hiroshima Airport to/from Hiroshima City Private Transfer: $171
Is it cheaper to fly into Jaipur or Hiroshima?
Prices for flights to both Hiroshima 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 dayJaipur $4.75Hiroshima $29
Typical Food Prices in Jaipur
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Jaipur:
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Dinner$6.58
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Soda$0.12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jaipur
For Jaipur, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Jaipur Street food tour: $4.59
- Culture walking and food tour with guide in Jaipur.: $14
- Dinner With Traditional Rajput Family (Its Not Just Only A Cooking Class) : $16
- cooking class demo with dinner: $20
- Famous Masala Chowk Food Tour: $20
- Cooking class demo with dinner : $21
- Jaipur Full Day Tour with local family dinner: $21
- Traditional Dinner with Family including Transfers: $22
- Taste of Jaipur (2 Hour Guided Street Food Tour with Local): $24
- History Street Food Tour with Local Guide: $25
- Food Tour in Jaipur: $25
- Cooking Class in Jaipur with all Transport & Meals. : $25
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.Jaipur $3.81Hiroshima $5.39
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$1.20
Tours and Activities in Jaipur
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Jaipur.
- From Ranthambore Tiger Safari Private Day Tour: $130
- Half Day Jaipur Shopping Tour With Local Tour Guide: $35
- Same Day Taj Mahal Tour from Jaipur by Car: $250
- Taj Mahal City Tour by car or train from Jaipur: $105
- 1 Day Jaipur Private Tour: $20
- 2 D Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri, Abhaneri Step Well's Tour From Jaipur: $221
- 2 Day Golden Triangle India Tour (Delhi - Agra - Jaipur): $258
- 2 Day Golden Triangle Tour to Agra and Delhi From Jaipur: $219
- 2 Day Heritage Pink City Jaipur Highlight & Sightseeing Tour: $72
- 2 Day Jaipur Private Tour : $41
- 2 Day Jaipur Private Tour + Entry Tickets: $92
- 2 Days Agra Taj Mahal Tour From Jaipur with Hotel: $265
Tours and Activities in Hiroshima
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hiroshima.
- Kimono and Calligraphy Experience in Miyajima: $66
- 4 Hour Hiroshima Miyajima Private Tour: $104
- An Amazing set of Cultural experience: Kimono, Tea Ceremony and Calligraphy: $99
- Field Archery Experience in Hiroshima, Japan: $38
- From Hiroshima and Miyajima Island 1-Day Bus Tour: $107
- From Private Tour to Kure: $126
- Full Day Bus Tour in Hiroshima and Miyajima: $112
- Full-Day Private Guided Tour in Hiroshima : $270
- Guided Virtual Tour of Peace Park in Hiroshima/PEACE PARK TOUR VR: $33
- Half Day Private Guided Walking Tour in Hiroshima City: $200
- Hiroshima & Miyajima Island Private Guided Tour: $155
- Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide: $162
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJaipur $2.72Hiroshima $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Jaipur
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Jaipur:
- Pub Crawl Jaipur: $32
- Pub Crawl Walking Tour: $39
- Pub Crawl Jaipur: $39
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jaipur and Hiroshima, we can see that Hiroshima 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 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 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 Hiroshima Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jaipur or Hiroshima?
Jaipur has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Hiroshima. When comparing the sizes of Jaipur 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.