Which place is cheaper, Agra or Mumbai?
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 Mumbai or Agra?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Mumbai or Agra, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Mumbai or Agra?
Mumbai
Mumbai is the largest city in India and the capital of Maharashtra state. It is still occasionally referred to as Bombay, but most people know it now as Mumbai. It's the commercial capital of the country and is a major port city. It's also famous for Bollywood, which is the movie capital of the country and famous for it's music filled Bollywood flicks that have become popular around the world. Mumbai is arguably the most cosmopolitan city in India and has some of the most liberal views of an otherwise conservative country. Many immigrants and expats live in Mumbai and it's easy to see the blend of cultures.
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 Mumbai, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to India, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in India, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMumbai $87Agra $55
The average daily cost (per person) in Mumbai is $87, while the average daily cost in Agra is $55. 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 Mumbai and Agra in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMumbai $34Agra $15
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMumbai $68Agra $30
Compare Hotels in Mumbai and Agra
Looking for a hotel in Mumbai 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: Mumbai Hotel Prices and Agra Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Mumbai $7.70Agra $10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mumbai
Also for Mumbai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Premium Mumbai guided tour with transfer: $473
- 2-Day Private Tour with Airport Transfers: $296
- Luxury Mumbai Package with Hotel,Private Airport Transfers and Sightseeing Tour: $270
- Private Departure Transfer from Mumbai Hotel to Airport Including VIP Assistance: $204
- Private Arrival Transfer from Mumbai Airport to Hotel Including VIP Assistance: $204
- Mumbai Chatrapati Shivaji Airport (BOM) to Mumbai - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $149
- Guided Tour in Bombay aka Mumbai with Free Airport/Hotel Transfer: $120
- Private Dharavi Slum Tour Including Car Transfer: $112
- Create Your Own: Custom Private Tour of Mumbai with transfers: $97
- Kanheri caves half day guided tour with transfers: $96
- Local Street Food Private Walking Tour with Transfer: $95
- Departure Private Transfers: Mumbai City to Mumbai Airport BOM in Luxury Van: $90
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$0.59
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Agra
Also for Agra, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Cochin: Cruise to Agra Tour With Mumbai Port Transfer: $957
- Private transfer Agra to Varnashi: $230
- Transfer from Delhi to Jaipur with Tajmahal sight seeing: $187
- Private Transfer- Agra city to Delhi via Mathura: $169
- Private transfer from Agra to Varanasi by Car: $161
- Private Transfer From Agra To Udaipur: $160
- Private One Way Transfer From Agra To Udaipur: $150
- Private Transfer Agra to Varanasi by Car: $130
- Agra to Delhi airport transfer by air-conditioned car: $130
- Private Transfers Agra To Lucknow Drop: $121
- Private Transfers Agra To Vrindavan Drop: $121
- Agra-Delhi transfer with Delhi tour: $110
Is it cheaper to fly into Mumbai or Agra?
Prices for flights to both Agra and Mumbai 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 dayMumbai $44Agra $27
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mumbai
For Mumbai, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Discover Mumbai's street & beach with Vegetarian food tour: $14
- Hidden Gems and Street Food Tour: $15
- Street Food Tour - Eat like a Local with Sunset view: $19
- Vegetarian Indian Cuisine Virtual Cooking Class Experience from Mumbai: $20
- Small Group Authentic Mumbai Virtual Cooking Class with Dessert: $20
- Authentic Street Food Tour: $21
- Taste of Street Food Tour & Vibrant Bazzars: $21
- Unique Street Food Tour with Local Guide: $24
- Private Street Food Tour: $25
- Mumbai Food Tour: $25
- Walking Street Food Tour, Bazaar, Temples, & More: $27
- Safe Food Tour in Mumbai for 2 hours: $30
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$2.13
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Agra
For Agra, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- From Local Street Food Tour By TUK-TUK: $11
- Agra Cooking Classes (Pick up and Drop available): $14
- Street Food Tour with Spice Market on Tuk-Tuk: $19
- Agra Heritage Walk with Food Tour: $20
- Local Food Tour with Cooking Class in Home Agra: $21
- Tuk-Tuk Ride and Street Food Tour with Spice Market: $22
- The Spirit of Agra - Old Market Walking and Food Tour: $26
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal Tour with Indian Cooking Class: $27
- Indian Food Private Cooking Class: $30
- Cooking classes Tour Including Pickup And Dropping To Hotel: $31
- Private Indian Cooking Demonstration and In-Home Meal Minutes from the Taj Mahal: $33
- Old City Spiritual, Cultural & Local Street Food Tour: $35
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Mumbai $2.64Agra $19
Tours and Activities in Mumbai
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Mumbai.
- Dharavi Authentic Slum Tour: $106
- Mumbai by Night Guided Tour : $50
- Private Full-Day Mumbai Sightseeing Tour with Dharavi Slums: $53
- "Best of Mumbai (Guided Full Day Sightseeing City Tour)": $126
- "Highlights of Mumbai Guided Half Day Sightseeing City Tour: $73
- "Local A True Insider’s Tour": $30
- "Mumbai Highlights: An Immersive 6-Hour Half-Day Tour": $30
- "Private Sightseeing Tour with Top Highlights": $30
- "Religions of Mumbai (Guided Half Day Sightseeing City Tour): $79
- "Speedboat Adventure: Elephanta Caves and Mumbai Highlights": $177
- "The Ancient Kanheri Caves : Guided Tour": $27
- 3 Days Complete Mumbai Tour Inclusive of Bollywood Studio Experience: $277
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$7.11
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Taj Mahal for Two$18
Tours and Activities in Agra
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Agra.
- Agra City Tour With Guide: $43
- Jaipur Overnight Tour from Agra : $300
- Private 6 Hours: Agra Temples and Spiritual Sites Tour: $38
- Private Agra Local Sightseeing Tour: $42
- Private Taj Mahal and Agra Fort Day Tour: $41
- Tajmahal Sunrise And Sunset Tour in Agra with Fatehpur Sikri: $36
- "Yamuna Serenity: Backside Taj Mahal Tour": $104
- 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 Agra Day Tour: Sunrise and Sunset of Taj Mahal : $20
- 2 Days Jaipur City Tour from Agra: $85
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMumbai $3.65Agra $9.54
Sample the Local Flavors in Mumbai
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Mumbai:
- South Bombay Pub Crawl: $38
- South Bombay Pub Crawl: $39
- Mumbai Private Bar Crawl with City Night Tour: $130
- Nashik: Private Full-Day Wine Tour with Tastings From Mumbai: $135
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mumbai and Agra, we can see that Mumbai 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 Mumbai would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Mumbai 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 Mumbai Expensive? and Is Agra Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Mumbai or Agra?
Mumbai has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Agra. When comparing the sizes of Mumbai 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.