Which place is cheaper, Bangalore or Madhya Pradesh?
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 Madhya Pradesh or Bangalore?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Madhya Pradesh or Bangalore? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Madhya Pradesh or Bangalore?
Madhya Pradesh
Translating to "central region," Madhya Pradesh is a state centrally located within the plains of India. While it is not a major tourist hub, the region has plenty to showcase in regards to the history, art, religion, and culture of central India.
Bangalore
Bangalore is the capital city of the state of Karnataka, in India. It's also India's third largest city with a population of about 8.5 million. It's considered one of the most liveable cities in the country and was historically known for its many gardens and lush green spaces. Today those areas are all but gone, having given way to the growing population and sprawling metropolises. Bangalore is also the information technology hub of the country and is sometimes referred to as India's Silicon Valley.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in India, The Best 2-Week Tours in India, The Best 4-Week (1-Month) Tours in India, and The Best Bicycle Tours in India.
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Madhya Pradesh Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMadhya Pradesh $15Bangalore $47
The average daily cost (per person) in Madhya Pradesh is $15, while the average daily cost in Bangalore is $47. 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 Madhya Pradesh and Bangalore in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMadhya Pradesh $7.84Bangalore $18
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMadhya Pradesh $16Bangalore $36
Compare Hotels in Madhya Pradesh and Bangalore
Looking for a hotel in Madhya Pradesh or Bangalore? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Madhya Pradesh $0.83Bangalore $8.60
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Madhya Pradesh
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Madhya Pradesh:
- Private Transfer from Raja Bhoj (BHO) Airport to Bhopal: $44
- Private Transfer from Indore to Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar (IDR) Airport: $47
- Private Transfer from Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar (IDR) Airport to Indore: $47
- Private Transfer from Bhopal to Raja Bhoj (BHO) Airport: $44
- Private Custom Tour: Orchha Sightseeing with Guide and transfers: $106
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bangalore
Also for Bangalore, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bangalore - private arrival transfer from airport to hotel: $58
- Bangalore Airport (BLR) Private Transfer to Bangalore City/Hotels: $32
- Bengaluru Airport (BLR) to Bengaluru - Arrival Private Transfer: $41
- Bengaluru Airport (BLR) to Bengaluru Round-Trip Transfer: $75
- Bengaluru City to Bengaluru Kempegowda Airport (BLR)- Departure Private Transfer: $41
- Bengaluru Kempegowda Airport (BLR) to Bengaluru Arrival Transfer: $37
- Bengaluru to Bengaluru Airport (BLR) - Departure Private Transfer: $37
- Private Arrival Transfer: Bengaluru International Airport to Bangalore Hotels: $84
- Private Departure Transfer from City Hotel to Bengaluru Airport - 10PM to 6AM: $52
- Private Departure Transfer: Bangalore Hotels to Bengaluru International Airport: $75
- Vineyard Tour to Beautiful Nandi Hills including Wine Tasting & Private Transfer: $238
- Wild Life Jeep Safari Tour at Bannerghatta with Private Transfer: $71
Is it cheaper to fly into Madhya Pradesh or Bangalore?
Prices for flights to both Bangalore and Madhya Pradesh 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 dayMadhya Pradesh $5.43Bangalore $19
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bangalore
For Bangalore, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Pop-Up Dinner in Bangalore with Focus on Sustainable Food: $22
- Traditional Cooking Classes & Dinner with Chef Family: $45
- Traditional Gowda Cooking Class and Meal in a Bangalore Home: $59
- Discover Bangalore's Cuisine: Private Half-Day Cooking Experience: $60
- Private In-Home Cooking Demonstration and Meal in Bangalore: $68
- Private South Indian Cooking Class in Bangalore with a Local: $78
- Private Bengaluru Food Walking Tour with Dinner: $99
- Private Cooking and Dining Experience in Bengaluru: $100
- Cooking experience in Bangalore, a half day tour: $115
- Authentic Indian Cooking Class: $149
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Madhya Pradesh $2.95Bangalore $9.71
Tours and Activities in Madhya Pradesh
Here are a few actual costs in Madhya Pradesh for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2 Night 3 Days Adventure & Cultural Escape in Orchha: $87
- 2 nights 3 Days Ujjain and Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga Tour: $87
- 3 Days Ujjain Mahakal and Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga Darshan Tour: $122
- 4-Hour Private Tour of the Bhopal Gas Tragedy Site: $99
- A Day Tour of Orchha & Jhansi Fort from Khajuraho with Guide: $76
- All Inclusive Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Orchha: $102
- Best of Khajuraho (Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car): $72
- Bhedaghat Tour From Jabalpur: $99
- Birds and Heritage: Bhoj Wetland and Bhopal City Tour: $78
- Day Trip to Mastani Mahal & Ajaigarh Fort (Guided Private Tour from Khajuraho): $130
- Discover the Raneh Fall from Khajuraho (Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car): $72
- Full Day 8-hours Heritage Tour to Khajuraho Temples: $51
Tours and Activities in Bangalore
For Bangalore, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Bangalore Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $3.82
- From Delhi: Sunrise Taj Mahal, Baby Taj & Agra Fort Day Tour: $5.64
- Bangalore Basavanagudi Heritage Self Guided Walking Tour: $7.99
- Bangalore Heritage and Cultural Walking Tour: $12
- Food Walk Tour Bangalore: $22
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal Sunrise, Agra Fort, and Baby Taj Tour: $24
- Bangalore Private Walking Tour Tipu Sultan Fort: $30
- Bangalore Private Tour: $35
- Authentic Shopping Experience in Bangalore for Souvenirs & Gifts: $38
- Hire a guide for full day Bangalore city tour with own transport: $38
- Experience Bangalore Evening City Walk Tour and Market Visit: $43
- The story of Tipu Sultan, an immersive walking tour in Bangalore: $50
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMadhya Pradesh $2.42Bangalore $8.04
Sample the Local Flavors in Bangalore
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Bangalore:
- Pub Crawl Bangalore: $35
- Bengaluru Pub Crawler - Nightlife Walking Tour: $89
- Brews of Bengaluru- Pub Crawl: $95
- Bangalore Wine Trails: Grover Zampa Vineyard & Wine Tasting: $161
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Madhya Pradesh and Bangalore, we can see that Bangalore is more expensive. And not only is Madhya Pradesh much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Madhya Pradesh would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Madhya Pradesh 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 Bangalore would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bangalore than you might in Madhya Pradesh.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Madhya Pradesh Expensive? and Is Bangalore Expensive?.
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.