Which place is cheaper, Suzhou or Kanchanaburi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Kanchanaburi or Suzhou?
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 Suzhou. 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 Suzhou?
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.
Suzhou
Suzhou is a city in Jiangsu province famed for its beautiful gardens and traditional waterside architecture, featuring elaborate canals and bridges. Located on the Yangtze Delta, the city consists largely of waterways making Suzhou a kind of 'Venice of the Orient.' It is also a hub for scholars, artists, and skilled craftsmen.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to Thailand, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Thailand, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Shanghai, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Beijing.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKanchanaburi $42Suzhou $101
The average daily cost (per person) in Kanchanaburi is $42, while the average daily cost in Suzhou is $101. 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 Suzhou in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKanchanaburi $19Suzhou $38
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKanchanaburi $38Suzhou $76
Compare Hotels in Kanchanaburi and Suzhou
Looking for a hotel in Kanchanaburi or Suzhou? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kanchanaburi $12Suzhou $57
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kanchanaburi
Also for Kanchanaburi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Ratchaburi to Suvarnabhumi (BKK) Airport: $90
- Private Transfer from Ratchaburi to Don Mueang (DMK) Airport: $98
- Private Airport Transfer : Bangkok to/from Kanchanaburi: $103
- Arrival Bangkok Airport Private Transfer : Hotel in Kanchanaburi: $116
- Private Transfer from Kanchanaburi to Suvarnabhumi (BKK) Airport: $163
- Private Transfer from Kanchanaburi to Don Mueang (DMK) Airport: $171
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Suzhou
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Suzhou:
- Suzhou to Beijing Bullet Train Ticket with Local Private Transfer : $178
- Suzhou Private Transfer to Zhouzhuang Water Town with Shanghai Drop-off Option: $84
- Suzhou Private Transfer to Tongli Water Town with Shanghai Drop-off Option: $84
- Shanghai Pudong International Airport Private Departure Transfer from Suzhou: $87
- Shanghai Pudong Airport to Suzhou Chauffeur Service, Shanghai Airport Transfer: $240
- Shanghai Pudong Airport - Suzhou Chauffeur Service,Shanghai Airport Transfer: $280
- Shanghai Private Transfer from Suzhou with Stop-over at Zhouzhuang Water Town : $81
- Shanghai Private Transfer from Suzhou with Stop-over at Tongli Water Town : $90
- Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Suzhou Chauffeur Service, Shanghai Airport Transfer: $240
- Private Round-Trip Transfer between Zhouzhuang Water Town and Suzhou City: $58
- Private Round-Trip Transfer between Tongli Water Town and Suzhou City : $58
- Private Round Trip Transfer from Suzhou to Luzhi Water Town: $64
Is it cheaper to fly into Kanchanaburi or Suzhou?
Prices for flights to both Suzhou 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 $12Suzhou $32
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$4.09
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: $34
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Suzhou
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Suzhou.
- Suzhou Alleyway Walking Food Tour With Locals: $55
- Half-Day Private Customized Suzhou Highlights with Lunch or Dinner Option: $123
- Private Suzhou Night Tour:Master of the Nets Garden, Ancient Canal with Dinner: $145
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kanchanaburi $9.10Suzhou $9.32
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$5.46
Tours and Activities in Kanchanaburi
For Kanchanaburi, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Discovery Bike Tour: $16
- Cycling to visit Local Experience and Learn Culture with Local expert: $28
- E-Scooter Tour in Kanchanaburi: $30
- Full Day Kanchanaburi River Kwai Experience: $84
- Bangkok: Erawan Waterfall, River Kwai & Death Railway Tour: $95
- Private Tour: Trekking Kanchanaburi Forest to Tham Than Lod: $108
- Erawan Waterfall & Train Tour from Kanchanaburi – Full Day: $110
- Erawan Waterfalls & Phra That Cave Tour : from Bangkok: $111
- Amazing Boat Trip River Kwai and Erawan Falls Full Day Tour: $116
- Private Tour: Kanchanaburi Local Thai Life and City Discovery: $139
- Kanchanaburi River Kwai & Hellfire Pass Private Tour: $144
- Bangkok: Kanchanaburi and Erawan Waterfall Private Tour: $149
Tours and Activities in Suzhou
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Suzhou are as follows:
- 4-Hour Flexible Suzhou City Highlights Private Tour: $114
- 4-Hour Suzhou Private Customized Tour: $71
- 4-Hour Suzhou Private Flexible Tour with Garden and Boat Ride Option: $125
- 4-Hour Suzhou Private Tour: Humble Administrator’s Garden,Tiger Hill and Canal : $134
- 4-Hour Tongli Water Town Private Tour from Suzhou with Boat Ride : $127
- 4-Hour Zhouzhuang Water Town Private Tour from Suzhou with Boat Ride: $145
- All Inclusive Suzhou Highlight Tour with Boat Ride and Lunch: $179
- Essential Suzhou City Sightseeing Private Day Tour: $248
- Flexible Shanghai Private Day Tour from Suzhou by Bullet Train: $208
- Full Day Luzhi Water Town Day Tour From Suzhou: $178
- Full- Day Private Suzhou Tour Guide Service: $150
- Full-day Private Tour of Top Suzhou Gardens: $211
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKanchanaburi $8.03Suzhou $6.40
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kanchanaburi and Suzhou, we can see that Suzhou is more expensive. And not only is Kanchanaburi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kanchanaburi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kanchanaburi 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 Suzhou would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Suzhou than you might in Kanchanaburi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kanchanaburi Expensive? and Is Suzhou Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kanchanaburi or Suzhou?
Suzhou has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Kanchanaburi. When comparing the sizes of Kanchanaburi and Suzhou, 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.
When is the best time to visit Kanchanaburi or Suzhou?
Suzhou has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Kanchanaburi experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Kanchanaburi or Suzhou in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Kanchanaburi as well as Suzhou. Kanchanaburi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In July, Kanchanaburi is generally around the same temperature as Suzhou. Daily temperatures in Kanchanaburi average around 29°C (84°F), and Suzhou fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Suzhou. In the summer, Kanchanaburi often gets less sunshine than Suzhou. Kanchanaburi gets 176 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Suzhou receives 232 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Suzhou. Kanchanaburi usually gets less rain in July than Suzhou. Kanchanaburi gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Suzhou receives 128 mm (5 in) of rain this time of the year. July to October in Kanchanaburi is the rainy season.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKanchanaburi 29°C (84°F)Suzhou 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Kanchanaburi or Suzhou in the Autumn?
Both Suzhou and Kanchanaburi are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Kanchanaburi throughout the year.
Kanchanaburi is a little warmer than Suzhou in the autumn. The daily temperature in Kanchanaburi averages around 28°C (82°F) in October, and Suzhou fluctuates around 19°C (65°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Kanchanaburi. Kanchanaburi usually receives more sunshine than Suzhou during autumn. Kanchanaburi gets 206 hours of sunny skies, while Suzhou receives 162 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It's quite rainy in Kanchanaburi. In October, Kanchanaburi usually receives more rain than Suzhou. Kanchanaburi gets 188 mm (7.4 in) of rain, while Suzhou receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn. The dry season in Kanchanaburi is November to May. The rainy season in Kanchanaburi is July to October.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKanchanaburi 28°C (82°F)Suzhou 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Kanchanaburi or Suzhou in the Winter?
Both Suzhou and Kanchanaburi during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Kanchanaburi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Suzhou. In the winter, Kanchanaburi is much warmer than Suzhou. Typically, the winter temperatures in Kanchanaburi in January average around 25°C (77°F), and Suzhou averages at about 4°C (39°F).
It's quite sunny in Kanchanaburi. In the winter, Kanchanaburi often gets more sunshine than Suzhou. Kanchanaburi gets 276 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Suzhou receives 135 hours of full sun.
Kanchanaburi usually gets less rain in January than Suzhou. Kanchanaburi gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Suzhou receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKanchanaburi 25°C (77°F)Suzhou 4°C (39°F)
Should I visit Kanchanaburi or Suzhou in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Kanchanaburi and Suzhou. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Kanchanaburi year-round.
Kanchanaburi can become quite hot in the spring. In April, Kanchanaburi is generally much warmer than Suzhou. Daily temperatures in Kanchanaburi average around 32°C (89°F), and Suzhou fluctuates around 15°C (58°F).
In Kanchanaburi, it's very sunny this time of the year. Kanchanaburi usually receives more sunshine than Suzhou during spring. Kanchanaburi gets 262 hours of sunny skies, while Suzhou receives 153 hours of full sun in the spring.
Suzhou receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Kanchanaburi usually receives less rain than Suzhou. Kanchanaburi gets 77 mm (3 in) of rain, while Suzhou receives 102 mm (4 in) of rain each month for the spring. November to May in Kanchanaburi is the dry season.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKanchanaburi 32°C (89°F)Suzhou 15°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Suzhou and Kanchanaburi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Mar | 30°C (87°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Apr | 32°C (89°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| May | 30°C (87°F) | 152 mm (6 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 113 mm (4.5 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (85°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (83°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 133 mm (5.2 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (83°F) | 218 mm (8.6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 156 mm (6.1 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 188 mm (7.4 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Dec | 25°C (76°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
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