A Travel Price Comparison for India Leh vs. Bikaner for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Leh or Bikaner?

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 Leh and Bikaner. 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: Leh or Bikaner?

Leh

Leh is a small town located in the Indus river valley at a crossroads of the old trading routes from Kashgar, Tibet, and Kashmir. Today, the town is best known for its Buddhist sites and nearby trekking areas. It is situated in northern India, amidst the mountainous Himalayan range.

Bikaner

Bikaner is located in the Rajasthan state in northwest India. This city is where the headquarters of Bikaner District and Division are located. The city was founded in 1486 by Rao Bika, and has a population of about 645,000 people.

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Which place is cheaper, Bikaner or Leh?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Leh is $39, while the average daily cost in Bikaner is $48. 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 Leh and Bikaner in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Leh $17
    Bikaner $21
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Leh $34
    Bikaner $42
Compare Hotels in Leh and Bikaner

Looking for a hotel in Leh or Bikaner? 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.

Hotels in Leh


Hotels in Bikaner


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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: Leh Hotel Prices and Bikaner Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Leh $7.86
    Bikaner $13

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Leh

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Leh:

  • Leh Airport Transfer: $33

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bikaner

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Bikaner:


  • Tuk Tuk Ride
    $0.24

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bikaner

Also for Bikaner, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • One-Way Transfer: Jaipur/Pushker/Jodhpur/Bikaner: $36
  • Private Transfer From Bikaner To Jodhpur: $48
  • Private Transfers Bikaner To Jaipur Drop: $55
  • Private Transfer From Bikaner To Jaisalmer: $60
  • Private Transfers Bikaner To Mandawa Drop: $61
  • Private Transfers Bikaner To Jodhpur Drop: $92
  • Self Guided Bikaner City Tour With One Way Transfer To Jaipur : $108
  • Bikaner Heritage Walking Tour with Private Transfer: $153

Is it cheaper to fly into Leh or Bikaner?

Prices for flights to both Bikaner and Leh 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Leh $14
    Bikaner $17

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bikaner

For Bikaner, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Rajasthani Cooking Class in Bikaner: $172

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Leh $14
    Bikaner $14

Tours and Activities in Leh

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Leh are as follows:

  • From Srinagar: Private Himalayan 11-Day Tour to Ladakh: $1,507
  • LADAKH TOUR: $658

Tours and Activities in Bikaner

For Bikaner, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Discover Bikaner in Nightlights -2 Hours Guided Walking Tour: $13
  • Walking Tour of Bikaner(2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $13
  • Heritage & Cultural Trails of Bikaner (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour) : $13
  • Discover Bikaner in Nightlights (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $13
  • Heritage & Cultural Trails of Bikaner (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour) : $13
  • Bikaner 2 Hour Guided Street Food Tasting Tour: $25
  • Bikaner 2 Hour Guided Street Food Tasting Tour: $25
  • Royal Trails of Bikaner (Guided Half Day City Tour): $74
  • Bikaner Full Day Sightseeing with Junagarh Fort & Temples: $77
  • Private Custom Tour: Bikaner Sightseeing with Guide: $81
  • Highlights of Bikaner, Guided Half-Day Car Tour: $82
  • Bikaner Full Day Sightseeing with Bhandeshwari Jain Temple and Lunch: $118

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Leh $5.57
    Bikaner $12


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Leh and Bikaner, we can see that Bikaner is more expensive. And not only is Leh much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Leh would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Leh 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 Bikaner would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bikaner than you might in Leh.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Leh Expensive? and Is Bikaner Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Leh or Bikaner?

Bikaner has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Leh. When comparing the sizes of Leh and Bikaner, 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.