Which place is cheaper, Agra or Lucknow?
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 Lucknow or Agra?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Lucknow and Agra can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Lucknow or Agra?
Lucknow
Lucknow, located in the central region of Awadh, is the capital city of the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. With a very rich cultural and historical past, Lucknow has been at the heart of North Indian culture for many centuries. It thrives in areas of art, cuisine, dance, culture, music, and more.
Agra
In the north of India, in the state of Uttar Pradesh is the city of Agra. This land is home to great tales of emperors and majestic temples. It is the home to a magnificent past and the greatest symbol of love known to man, the Taj Mahal.
While this incredible structure is the main draw to this area, there is much more to see. Once the capital of the Mughal Empire, Agra can claim three different UNESCO World Heritage sites - the Taj Mahal, the Agra Fort and the abandoned city of Fatehpur Sikiri.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Yoga Tours and Retreats in India, The Best Luxury Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to India, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from New Delhi.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLucknow $55Agra $53
The average daily cost (per person) in Lucknow is $55, while the average daily cost in Agra is $53. 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 Lucknow and Agra in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLucknow $18Agra $15
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLucknow $36Agra $30
Compare Hotels in Lucknow and Agra
Looking for a hotel in Lucknow or Agra? 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: Lucknow Hotel Prices and Agra Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lucknow $12Agra $9.80
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lucknow
Also for Lucknow, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Lucknow 3-Days Private Tour with Hotel and Transfers: $260
- One-Way Transfer Agra-Lucknow by Private AC Car: $108
- Private Transfer from Lucknow to Chaudhary Charan Singh (LKO) Airport: $46
- Private Transfer from Chaudhary Charan Singh (LKO) Airport to Lucknow: $46
- Lucknow, Varanasi, Ayodhya or Prayagraj: One-Way Transfer: $36
- Private Transfer from Lucknow to Kanpur: $26
- Private Lucknow Arrival Transfer - Airport to Lucknow Hotels drop: $8.73
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Agra
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Agra:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$0.57
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Agra
Also for Agra, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Agra to Tundla railway station and vice versa: $34
- Transfer from Agra to Delhi Airport: $70
- Transfer Agra To Jaipur Via Fatehpur Sikri & Stepwell: $51
- Sunrise Taj Mahal and Agra Fort Half-Day Tour with Transfer: $14
- Private transfer from Agra to Varanasi by Car: $161
- Private transfer Agra to Varnashi: $246
- Private transfer Agra to Varnashi: $230
- Private Transfers from Agra to Major Cities – Flexible Options: $27
- Private Transfers Agra To Gwalior Drop: $87
- Private Transfer: Agra Hotel to Delhi International Airport: $65
- Private Transfer- Agra city to Bharatpur: $74
- Private Transfer from Agra to Jaipur with Fatehpur Sikri : $120
Is it cheaper to fly into Lucknow or Agra?
Prices for flights to both Agra and Lucknow 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 dayLucknow $28Agra $26
Typical Food Prices in Agra
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Agra:
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Breakfast for Two$2.04
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Agra
For Agra, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cooking class with taj: $5.69
- Old Agra Market & Street Food Tour by Tuk-Tuk: $15
- Street Food Tour with Spice Market on Tuk-Tuk Ride: $17
- Agra Cooking Classes (Pick up and Drop available): $18
- Local Food Tour with Cooking Class in Home Agra: $20
- Indian Food Private Cooking Class: $21
- Old City & Street Food Tour in Car, Tuk Tuk or Bike: $22
- Cooking Workshop and Vegetarian Dinner in Agra with Family: $28
- Watch Bollywood Movie with Dinner in Agra: $35
- Cooking Class and Much More in a Local Family Home: $35
- Seth Gali Bazaar Walk with Lavish on table barbecue dinner: $38
- Dinner at Agra with local Indian family : $40
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lucknow $14Agra $19
Tours and Activities in Lucknow
For Lucknow, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 6-Hour Lucknow Sightseeing Tour with Hotel Pickup: $80
- 8 Hour: Lucknow Full day City Sightseeing Trip: $58
- Ayodhya Tour From Lucknow (Same Day): $253
- Best of Lucknow (Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car): $79
- Colonial Walk of Lucknow (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $12
- Custom Private Lucknow Sightseeing Trip with Guided Trip: $58
- Day Tour Of Lucknow: $22
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal Skip-the-Line Tour Fast-Track Entry: $75
- Heritage & Cultural Walk of Lucknow (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $12
- Heritage & Cultural Walk of Lucknow (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $13
- Heritage Lucknow Photography Tour (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $13
- Lucknow City Tour (Lunch, Pickup & drop at Hotel): $100
Typical Entertainment Prices in Agra
For Agra, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Entry to the Red Fort for Two$6.81
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Taj Mahal for Two$17
Tours and Activities in Agra
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Agra.
- Private 6 Hours: Agra Temples and Spiritual Sites Tour: $38
- Private Agra Tour to TajMahal from Delhi by Car: $27
- Skip-the-Line Private Tour to Taj Mahal and Agra Fort: $5.77
- Taj Mahal Skip the Line Guided Tour with Optional Add ons: $5.77
- "Taj Mahal Sunrise Tour From Delhi": $105
- 05-Hours Taj Mahal & Agra Day Tour by TUK TUK: $5.00
- 1 Day Agra and 1 Day Jaipur Private Tour from Agra: $202
- 1 Day Private Tour of Agra - Taj Mahal & More: $35
- 11 Hour Taj Mahal Sunrise and Sunset Day Tour: $20
- 2 Days Jaipur City Tour from Agra: $85
- 2 Days Tour of Taj Mahal and More - Agra Beyond Taj Mahal : $168
- 2 Days: Private Agra City Tour: $52
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLucknow $6.68Agra $9.14
Sample the Local Flavors in Lucknow
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Lucknow:
- Pub Crawl Lucknow: $37
When comparing the travel costs between Lucknow and Agra, we can see that Lucknow is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lucknow Expensive? and Is Agra Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Lucknow or Agra?
Lucknow has a larger population, and is about 73% larger than the population of Agra. When comparing the sizes of Lucknow and Agra, 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.