Which place is cheaper, Agra or Maharashtra?
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 Maharashtra 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 Maharashtra and Agra can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Maharashtra or Agra?
Maharashtra
As the third largest state in India geographically, Maharashtra has its fair share of temples, ruins, landmarks , historic sites, natural scenery, and lookout points, amongst much more - all rich with the culture and heritage of India.
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 2-Week Tours from New Delhi, The Best 2-Week Tours from Mumbai, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to India, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in India.
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Maharashtra Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMaharashtra $433Agra $53
The average daily cost (per person) in Maharashtra is $433, 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 Maharashtra and Agra in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMaharashtra $190Agra $15
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMaharashtra $380Agra $30
Compare Hotels in Maharashtra and Agra
Looking for a hotel in Maharashtra 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: Agra Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Maharashtra $40Agra $9.80
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:
- A Taste of Agra for Foodies with Private Transfer: $114
- Affordable transfer from Agra to Jaipur via Fatehpur Sikri: $33
- Affordable transfer from Agra to Lucknow: $60
- Agra : Private Transfer Agra to Delhi: $50
- Agra : Transfer To Jaipur Via Chand Baori & Fatehpur Sikri: $50
- Agra Airport / Agra Train Station to Hotel Transfer: $8.53
- Agra to Delhi Private Luxury Transfer: $76
- Agra to Delhi airport transfer by air-conditioned car: $130
- Agra to Delhi airport transfer by air-conditioned car: $67
- Agra to Jaipur (one-way shared transfer): $67
- Agra to Jaipur Transfer via Chand Bawdi & Fatehpur Sikri: $51
- Agra to New Delhi One Way Transfer by Private Car: $60
Is it cheaper to fly into Maharashtra or Agra?
Prices for flights to both Agra and Maharashtra 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 dayMaharashtra $147Agra $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
- Dine In Indian, home cooked food Agra Food tour My Magic Kitchen: $21
- 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
- Private Indian Cooking Demonstration and In-Home Meal Minutes from the Taj Mahal: $33
- Watch Bollywood Movie with Dinner in Agra: $35
- Cooking Class and Much More in a Local Family Home: $35
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Maharashtra $153Agra $19
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.
- Taj Mahal and Agra Private Guided Tour from Delhi by AC Car: $2.00
- Taj Mahal Skip-the-Line Guided Tour with Optional Add-ons: $2.20
- Taj Mahal Tour Fast-Track Entry with Tickets: $2.23
- Taj Mahal and Mausoleum Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line: $2.25
- Agra:Taj Mahal Skip-The-Line Guided Tour with Breakfast: $2.28
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal Sunrise , Agra Fort & Baby Taj Tour: $2.28
- Taj Mahal & Agra Day Tour by Car from Delhi: $2.28
- Taj Mahal & Mausoleum Skip-the-Line Tour with Options: $2.50
- Tajmahal skip the line : $2.50
- Skip-the-Line Taj Mahal Sunrise Private Guided Tour: $2.62
- From Jaipur: Taj Mahal Sunrise Tour with Delhi Drop-Off: $2.66
- Taj Mahal, Agra Fort & SOS Wildlife Sanctuary Tour: $2.73
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMaharashtra $29Agra $9.14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Maharashtra and Agra, we can see that Maharashtra is more expensive. And not only is Agra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Agra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Agra 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 Maharashtra would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Maharashtra than you might in Agra.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Maharashtra Expensive? and Is Agra Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Maharashtra or Agra?
Maharashtra has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Agra. When comparing the sizes of Maharashtra 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.