Which place is cheaper, Jaipur 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 Jaipur?
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 Jaipur 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 Jaipur?
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.
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.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJodhpur $39Jaipur $20
The average daily cost (per person) in Jodhpur is $39, while the average daily cost in Jaipur is $20. 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 Jaipur in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJodhpur $13Jaipur $10
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJodhpur $26Jaipur $20
Compare Hotels in Jodhpur and Jaipur
Looking for a hotel in Jodhpur or Jaipur? 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 Jaipur Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jodhpur $5.74Jaipur $1.28
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jodhpur
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jodhpur are as follows:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$0.32
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jodhpur
Also for Jodhpur, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer From Jodhpur To Agra Via Pushkar: $157
- One-Way Transfer from Jodhpur to Jaipur via Pushkar With Lunch: $147
- Private Transfer from Jodhpur to Delhi by a/c car: $139
- PRIVATE TRANSFER from Jodhpur to Delhi: $139
- Royal Jodhpur - A Heritage Walking Tour with private transfers: $100
- Private Transfer From Jodhpur To Ranthmbore: $99
- private transfer from jodhpur to jaisalmer with osian temple: $90
- Privaet Transfer From Jodhpur To Bikaner Via Deshnok: $83
- Jodhpur to Jaipur Private Transfer by AC Car – Door-to-Door: $75
- Private Transfer Jodhpur to Jaipur: $69
- Private Transfer from Jodhpur to Udaipur: $68
- From Jodhpur : Transfer To Jaipur With Visit Pushkar: $64
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jaipur
Also for Jaipur, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Two Night Safari Experience Ranthambore National Park &Transfers: $269
- Transfer from Jaipur to Delhi with Tajmahal sight seeing: $187
- Sanganer - A Visit to an Artisan Community with Private Transfer: $105
- Samode Town Excursion- A Visit to a Unique Rajasthan town with private transfers: $204
- Round trip airport Transfer Between Jaipur & Jaipur Airport JAI: $16
- Ranthambore Wildlife Safari Tour From Jaipur Including Transfers: $135
- Private transfers Jaipur to Agra or Alwar drop: $43
- Private transfer: Jaipur to Udaipur enroute Trip to Chittorgarh Fort: $209
- Private transfer Jaipur to Pushkar: $11
- Private transfer - Jaipur to Agra via Fatehpur Sikri: $177
- Private Transfers from Jaipur Airport to any Residences to Delhi by cab: $90
- Private Transfer: Jaipur City to Ranthambore National Park India: $116
Is it cheaper to fly into Jodhpur or Jaipur?
Prices for flights to both Jaipur 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 $20Jaipur $7.66
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jodhpur
For Jodhpur, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- street food tour with over 8 food tastings: $21
- Jodhpur Temple Tour & Food Tour with Local Guide: $21
- Jodhpur : Jeep Safari, Camel Ride,Buffet Dinner & Folk Dance: $24
- Jodhpur Food Tour: $25
- Private Cooking Class in Jodhpur With Pick Up & Drop Off: $26
- Vegetarian Cooking Class with a Local Family: $26
- Traditional Food of Rajasthan Cooking Class Experience: $27
- Jodhpur Private Cooking Class With Family: $27
- Jodhpur Cooking Experience 11 Authentic Dishes Pickup & Drop: $27
- Jodhpur 11 Dishes Cooking Class With REKHA Pick Up & Drop OF: $29
- Private Osian Desert Tour with Camel Safari, Dinner & Mandore: $30
- Private Cooking Class In Jodhpur With Family: $30
Typical Food Prices in Jaipur
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Jaipur:
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Dinner$5.79
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Soda$0.11
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: $4.02
- Food Tour in Jaipur: $14
- Famous Masala Chowk Food Tour: $18
- Cooking class demo with dinner: $18
- Jaipur Pink City Cooking Class: $19
- cooking class demo with dinner: $20
- Food Tour and Eat like Locals: $20
- Jaipur Cooking Class and home cooked dinner with Indian family: $21
- Private Cooking Lesson for Authentic Rajasthani Cuisine: $22
- Indian Cooking Class with Local Family in Jaipur: $22
- Food Tour With Guide: $22
- Indian Home Based Cooking Class by Storyboard: $23
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jodhpur $10Jaipur $3.35
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$5.27
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Astrology Reading$3.69
Tours and Activities in Jodhpur
For Jodhpur, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Days: Guided Jodhpur & Udaipur Tour From Jodhpur With Hotels: $198
- 3 Days Jodhpur Cab And Driver City Tour in Jodhpur: $48
- 3 Days Private Jodhpur City Tour With Village Tour & Desert Safari: $154
- 3-Day Jaisalmer Tour From Jodhpur: $270
- 3-Day Jaisalmer Tour from Hotel, Camp & Desert Safaris: $242
- 3-Day Rajasthan Jodhpur, Jaisalmer & Desert Camp Adventure: $296
- 7-Day Rajasthan Tour: Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur & Bikaner: $1,035
- A Day Tour Of Ranakpur Temple Form Jodhpur and Drop At Mount Abu: $54
- All Inclusive Jodhpur Full or Half Day Sightseeing Tour: $47
- All Inclusive Jodhpur Tour Car, Guide, Hotel & Entry Tickets: $102
- Authentic Jodhpur Day Tour: $30
- Bishnoi Village :Safari tour: $63
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$1.05
Tours and Activities in Jaipur
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Jaipur.
- 06 Days Golden Triangle Tour with Ranthambore Tiger Safari: $415
- 1 Day: Jhalana Leopard Safari+Abhaneri Step Well Tour From Jaipur: $272
- 1-Night Private Tour to The Taj Mahal and Agra from Jaipur by Car: $148
- 2 D Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri, Abhaneri Step Well's Tour From Jaipur: $194
- 2 Day Golden Triangle Tour to Agra and Delhi From Jaipur: $192
- 2 Day Heritage Pink City Jaipur Highlight & Sightseeing Tour: $170
- 2 Day Jaipur Private Tour + Entry Tickets: $100
- 2 Day Jaipur Tour for Authentic Experiences: $30
- 2 Day Jaipur Tour for First-Time Visitors: $27
- 2 Day Jaipur Tour with Car and Guide: $48
- 2 Days : Guided Agra Tour From Jaipur With Drop at New Delhi: $225
- 2 Days Delhi and Taj Mahal Overnight Tour from Delhi by Car: $125
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJodhpur $9.00Jaipur $2.52
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: $34
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jodhpur and Jaipur, we can see that Jodhpur 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 Jodhpur would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Jodhpur 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 Jodhpur Expensive? and Is Jaipur Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jodhpur or Jaipur?
Jaipur has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Jodhpur. When comparing the sizes of Jodhpur and Jaipur, 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.