Which place is cheaper, Bodh Gaya or Jodhpur?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Jodhpur or Bodh Gaya?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Jodhpur and Bodh Gaya 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: Jodhpur or Bodh Gaya?
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.
Bodh Gaya
Located in the state of Bihar in the northeast of India, Bodh Gaya is the most respected place and pilgrimage destination for Buddhists. Bodh Gaya is believed to be the site where Buddha Shakyamuni achieved enlightenment while meditating under the famous Bodhi tree.
Prince Gautama Siddartha was born in the sixth century, B.C. in what is modern-day Nepal. Siddartha lived a comfortable life of extravagance as he was born the son of King Suddhodana of the Sakya clan, but after witnessing human suffering, Siddartha decided to give up all of his possessions and embarked upon a quest to seek knowledge and the solution to such suffering. It is underneath a Pipal tree near the city of Gaya, that it is believed he began to meditate until he became enlightened. Today, a descendent of the original Bodhi Tree is located in the Mahabodhi Temple Complex in the city of Bodh Gaya.
Weather in Bodhgaya is generally warm throughout the year, with daytime highs in the 90s during summer and nighttime lows in the high 40s during winter. Because Bodhgaya is centered around religious sites, pack light layers and plan to dress modestly. Remember that you'll be expected to take shoes off at all temples, so sandals may be easier to wear and a good time-saver.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Bicycle Tours in India, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in India, The Best Adventure Tours to India, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in India.
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Jodhpur Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJodhpur $42Bodh Gaya $60
The average daily cost (per person) in Jodhpur is $42, while the average daily cost in Bodh Gaya is $60. 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 Jodhpur and Bodh Gaya in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJodhpur $14Bodh Gaya $21
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJodhpur $28Bodh Gaya $42
Compare Hotels in Jodhpur and Bodh Gaya
Looking for a hotel in Jodhpur or Bodh Gaya? 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: Jodhpur Hotel Prices and Bodh Gaya Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jodhpur $6.18Bodh Gaya $22
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jodhpur
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jodhpur are as follows:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$0.34
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jodhpur
Also for Jodhpur, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- jaiselmer to Jodhpur one Way Transfer: $46
- Royal Jodhpur - A Heritage Walking Tour with private transfers: $100
- Private transfer - Jodhpur to Udaipur via Ranakpur with lunch: $214
- Private Transfer from Jodhpur to Udaipur: $73
- Private Transfer from Jodhpur to Mount Abu: $59
- Private Transfer from Jodhpur to Jaipur: $48
- Private Transfer from Jodhpur to Delhi by a/c car: $139
- Private Transfer From JodhpurTo Ahmedabad: $107
- Private Transfer From Jodhpur to Jaipur Via Ajmer and Pushkar: $45
- Private Transfer From Jodhpur To Udaipur With Optional Stops: $45
- Private Transfer From Jodhpur To Udaipur Via Ranakpur Jain Temple: $41
- Private Transfer From Jodhpur To Rohet Garh: $21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bodh Gaya
Also for Bodh Gaya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Bodhgaya Hotel to Gaya Airport: $13
- Private Transfer from Bodhgaya Airport: $13
- Private Airport Transfer Gaya to or from Bodhgaya Hotel: $25
- Gaya Airport (GAY) Private Transfer to Gaya City/Hotels: $25
- From Varanasi: Bodhgaya Day Trip with Private Transfer: $102
- Affordable Bodh Gaya Airport Transfer: $15
- 3 Day Private Bodhgaya Sightseeing Tour with Transfer: $120
Is it cheaper to fly into Jodhpur or Bodh Gaya?
Prices for flights to both Bodh Gaya and Jodhpur 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 dayJodhpur $21Bodh Gaya $26
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: $12
- Experience Indian Food Cooking Session At Local Family: $20
- Jodhpur Food Tour: $25
- 3 Hours Indian Cooking Session At Local Home: $25
- Traditional Food of Rajasthan Cooking Class Experience : $29
- Jodhpur Private Cooking Class With Family: $29
- Incredible Cooking With Mamata Prajapat: $40
- Private Guided Cooking Workshop Experience in Jodhphur: $42
- Blue City Heritage Walking Tour With Cooking Classess: $53
- Experience Cooking Classes With Blue City Walking Tour: $53
- Private Home Cooking Class in Jodhpur: $157
- Camel Safari at Osian with Dinner from Jodhpur: $276
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jodhpur $11Bodh Gaya $9.32
Typical Entertainment Prices in Jodhpur
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Jodhpur's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Fort Entrance for Two$5.68
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Astrology Reading$3.97
Tours and Activities in Jodhpur
For Jodhpur, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Guided Tour of Jodhpur with Hari: $21
- "Taj Mahal" Tour by India's Fastest Train (Gatiman Express): $5.69
- 2 Days Safari Tour in Jawai and Jodphur: $200
- 3 Days Jodhpur Cab And Driver City Tour in Jodhpur: $52
- 3 Days Private Jodhpur City Tour With Village Tour & Desert Safari: $154
- 3-Day Jaisalmer Tour From Jodhpur: $270
- Agra: Skip-The-Line Sunrise Taj Mahal with Mausoleum Tour: $5.69
- Agra: Sunrise Skip-the-Line Taj Mahal and Agra Fort Tour: $6.83
- Agra: Taj Mahal and Mausoleum Tour with Skip-the-Line Entry: $5.12
- Bishnoi Village Safari Half Day Tour: $30
- Bishnoi Village Safari Half- Day Tour From Jodhpur: $21
- Blue City Heritage Private Walking Tour With Pickup and Drop-Off: $11
Tours and Activities in Bodh Gaya
For Bodh Gaya, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Days Bodhgaya Tour from Varanasi: $205
- A Day Tour of Dungeshwari Caves and Barabar Caves from Bodhgaya.: $62
- Bodhgaya Day Tour (Hotel Pickup): $33
- Bodhgaya Full Day Tour: $63
- Bodhgaya and Gaya Pilgrimage Tour: $53
- Exclusive Guided Tour of Bodh Gaya: $227
- From Varanasi: Bodhgaya 2-Day Tour with Accommodation: $196
- From Varanasi: Bodhgaya 2-Day Tour with Accommodation: $257
- From Varanasi: Private Same Day Bodhgaya Tour: $136
- Full Day Private Guided Tour of Bodhgaya: $40
- Full Day Tour in Bodhgaya Hotel pick up: $33
- Full-Day Private Guided Bodhgaya Tour with Pick Up: $52
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJodhpur $9.70Bodh Gaya $5.35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jodhpur and Bodh Gaya, we can see that Bodh Gaya is more expensive. And not only is Jodhpur much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Bodh Gaya would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bodh Gaya 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 Jodhpur Expensive? and Is Bodh Gaya Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jodhpur or Bodh Gaya?
Jodhpur has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Bodh Gaya. When comparing the sizes of Jodhpur and Bodh Gaya, 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.