Which place is cheaper, Madhya Pradesh 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 Madhya Pradesh?
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 Madhya Pradesh can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Maharashtra or Madhya Pradesh?
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.
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.
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 $433Madhya Pradesh $16
The average daily cost (per person) in Maharashtra is $433, while the average daily cost in Madhya Pradesh is $16. 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 Madhya Pradesh in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMaharashtra $190Madhya Pradesh $8.12
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMaharashtra $380Madhya Pradesh $16
Compare Hotels in Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh
Looking for a hotel in Maharashtra or Madhya Pradesh? 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.Maharashtra $40Madhya Pradesh $0.89
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Madhya Pradesh
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Madhya Pradesh:
- Private Custom Tour: Orchha Sightseeing with Guide and transfers: $96
- Private Transfer from Bhopal to Raja Bhoj (BHO) Airport: $46
- Private Transfer from Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar (IDR) Airport to Indore: $48
- Private Transfer from Indore to Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar (IDR) Airport: $48
- Private Transfer from Raja Bhoj (BHO) Airport to Bhopal: $46
Is it cheaper to fly into Maharashtra or Madhya Pradesh?
Prices for flights to both Madhya Pradesh 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 $147Madhya Pradesh $5.63
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Maharashtra $153Madhya Pradesh $3.16
Tours and Activities in Madhya Pradesh
Here are a few actual costs in Madhya Pradesh for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Spiritual Trails of Orchha (2 Hours Guided Temples Walking Tour): $12
- Indore Local Tour: $22
- Khajuraho Food Crawl (2 Hours Guided Local Food Tasting Tour): $23
- Day Tour Of Khajuraho: $28
- Raneh waterfall Khajuraho (motorcycle tour): $29
- Gwalior to Agra Perfect day Tour Private: $37
- Private Guided Heritage and Cultural Tour in Khajuraho : $42
- Birds and Heritage: Bhoj Wetland and Bhopal City Tour: $51
- Full Day 8-hours Heritage Tour to Khajuraho Temples: $51
- Gwalior City tour with Gwalior fort, Jai Vilas palace & Holy Temples: $53
- Ujjain and Mahakaleshwar Temple Private Day Tour from Indore: $56
- Khajuraho: Customized Private Temple Tour with Hotel Pickup: $60
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMaharashtra $29Madhya Pradesh $2.48
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh, we can see that Maharashtra 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 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 Madhya Pradesh.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Maharashtra Expensive? and Is Madhya Pradesh 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.