Which place is cheaper, Jaipur or Kanchanaburi?
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 Kanchanaburi or Jaipur?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Kanchanaburi and Jaipur. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Kanchanaburi or Jaipur?
Kanchanaburi
If the hustle and bustle of the big city of Bangkok is just getting to you, there's an easy escape. Kanchanaburi, Thailand is a city located at the meeting of Kwai Noi and Kwai Yai, and is ideal for backpackers looking to reflect and relax. With easily accessible waterfalls and national parks, you'll wonder why anyone ever leaves.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to Thailand, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Thailand, The Best Budget Tours to India, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from New Delhi.
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Kanchanaburi Prices
Thailand PricesJaipur Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKanchanaburi $55Jaipur $20
The average daily cost (per person) in Kanchanaburi is $55, 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 Kanchanaburi and Jaipur in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKanchanaburi $21Jaipur $10
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKanchanaburi $42Jaipur $20
Compare Hotels in Kanchanaburi and Jaipur
Looking for a hotel in Kanchanaburi 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: Kanchanaburi Hotel Prices and Jaipur Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kanchanaburi $14Jaipur $1.27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kanchanaburi
Also for Kanchanaburi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Erawan Falls & River Kwai with Transfer from Kanchanaburi: $271
- Private Transfer from Kanchanaburi to Don Mueang (DMK) Airport: $184
- Private Bangkok Airport Transfer to/from Kanchanaburi: $115
- Private Transfer from Ratchaburi to Suvarnabhumi (BKK) Airport: $97
- Kanchanaburi River Kwai SUP Experience with Hotel Transfers: $39
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: $268
- Transfer from Jaipur to Delhi with Tajmahal sight seeing: $187
- Transfer From Jaipur To Udaipur Via Chittorgarh Fort: $85
- Ranthambore Tiger Safari Tickets With Optional Transfers: $108
- Private transfer: Jaipur to Udaipur enroute Trip to Chittorgarh Fort with lunch: $247
- Private transfer: Jaipur to Udaipur enroute Trip to Chittorgarh Fort: $209
- Private transfer: Jaipur to Jodhpur via Ajmer: $126
- Private transfer - Jaipur to Udaipur via Chittorgarh Fort with lunch: $250
- Private transfer - Jaipur to Agra via Fatehpur Sikri with lunch: $214
- 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 Kanchanaburi or Jaipur?
Prices for flights to both Jaipur and Kanchanaburi 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 dayKanchanaburi $23Jaipur $7.63
Typical Food Prices in Kanchanaburi
For Kanchanaburi, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Casual Lunch$4.47
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kanchanaburi
For Kanchanaburi, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Thai Cooking Class: $38
Typical Food Prices in Jaipur
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Jaipur:
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Dinner$5.77
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Soda$0.10
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: $4.00
- Culture walking and food tour with guide in Jaipur.: $9.92
- Feast on the Streets: Best Jaipur Food Tour: $14
- Jaipur Home Cooking Experience with Authentic Lunch/Dinner: $14
- Best Food Tour in Jaipur: $15
- Jaipur Half-Day Evening Tour with Sunset and Dinner: $15
- Amber Fort Light & Sound Show with Dinner: $17
- Cooking Class and Cultural Evening with Locals: $17
- Famous Masala Chowk Food Tour: $18
- Cooking class demo with dinner: $18
- Jaipur Pink City Cooking Class: $19
- Vegetarian Hands on Cooking Class with Local Family in Jaipur: $19
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kanchanaburi $9.96Jaipur $3.34
Typical Entertainment Prices in Kanchanaburi
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Kanchanaburi's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Entry Park TreeHouse$5.97
Tours and Activities in Kanchanaburi
For Kanchanaburi, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Best Paddleboarding Experience in Kanchanaburi River: $23
- Discovery Bike Tour: $17
- Erawan Waterfall & Train Tour from Kanchanaburi – Full Day: $130
- Full Day Kanchanaburi Erawan Waterfall and Historical Sites Tour: $77
- Fun Tree Top Zipline Adventure and Challenge in Kanchanaburi: $45
- Guided Walking Private Tour in History & Legends: $141
- Half Day Kanchanaburi Bike Tour with History and Local Life: $51
- Kanchanaburi 9 km Kwai Noi River Kayaking Tour: $31
- Kanchanaburi Countryside Cycling Adventure: $57
- Kanchanaburi Erawan Waterfall and Death Railway Full Day Tour: $79
- Kanchanaburi Erawan Waterfall and Train Along Death Railway Tour: $172
- Kanchanaburi Morning Countryside Bike Experience: $61
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.
- 1 Night 2 Days Ranthambhore WildLife Tour From Jaipur: $73
- 1-Night Private Tour to The Taj Mahal and Agra from Jaipur by Car: $248
- 2 - Days Mandawa Guided Tour From Jaipur With Bikaner Drop: $138
- 2 Day Golden Triangle Tour to Agra and Delhi From Jaipur: $191
- 2 Day Heritage Pink City Jaipur Highlight & Sightseeing Tour: $170
- 2 Day Jaipur City Tour with Ranthambore Safari: $107
- 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
- 2 Days Jaipur City Tour: Discover the Pink City with fee: $98
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKanchanaburi $8.78Jaipur $2.50
Sample the Local Flavors in Jaipur
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Jaipur:
- Jaipur Guided Bar Crawl with Hotel Pickup and Drop-off: $147
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kanchanaburi and Jaipur, we can see that Kanchanaburi 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 Kanchanaburi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kanchanaburi 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 Kanchanaburi Expensive? and Is Jaipur Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kanchanaburi or Jaipur?
Jaipur has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Kanchanaburi. When comparing the sizes of Kanchanaburi 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.