Which place is cheaper, Bangalore or Mumbai?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Mumbai or Bangalore?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Mumbai or Bangalore, 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 Bangalore?
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.
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.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMumbai $69Bangalore $44
The average daily cost (per person) in Mumbai is $69, while the average daily cost in Bangalore is $44. 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 Bangalore in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMumbai $34Bangalore $20
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMumbai $68Bangalore $40
Compare Hotels in Mumbai and Bangalore
Looking for a hotel in Mumbai 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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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Mumbai Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Mumbai $7.76Bangalore $9.68
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mumbai
Also for Mumbai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- VIP Mumbai Airport Transfer: Comfort & Convenience: $22
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Mumbai HTL-APT (BOM): $22
- Private Transfer: Hotel to Mumbai Airport: $47
- Private Transfer from Mumbai to Chatrapati Shivaji (BOM) Airport: $40
- Private Transfer from Mumbai hotels to Mumbai Cruise Port: $66
- Private Transfer from Mumbai Int Airport (BOM) to Mumbai Port: $49
- Private Transfer from Mumbai Chatrapati Shivaji Airport (BOM) to Mumbai Downtown: $139
- Private Transfer from Mumbai Airport (BOM) to Mumbai Cruise Port: $68
- Private Dharavi Slum Tour Including Car Transfer: $113
- Private Arrival Transfer from Mumbai Airport to Hotel Including VIP Assistance: $204
- Premium Mumbai guided tour with transfer: $476
- One way Private transfer from Mumbai Airport to Hotel: $34
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bangalore
Also for Bangalore, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Vineyard Tour to Beautiful Nandi Hills including Wine Tasting & Private Transfer: $238
- From Private Transfer to Hubli Car & Driver: $214
- From One-Way Transfer to Wayanad Car & Driver: $178
- From Private Transfer to Chennai Car & Driver: $178
- From One-Way Transfer to Ooty Car & Driver: $166
- From Mysore guided day tour with transfers: $166
- From Private Transfer to Chikmagalur Car & Driver: $155
- A Private Transfer: From Chennai to Bangalore Car & Driver: $143
- Bengaluru Kempegowda Airport (BLR) to Bengaluru City -RoundTrip Private Transfer: $80
- Bannerghatta Park Day Tour Safari with Private Transfer: $59
- Private Arrival Transfer: Bengaluru International Airport to Bangalore Hotels: $54
- All-Inclusive Taj Mahal and Agra Private Tour with Transfers: $52
Is it cheaper to fly into Mumbai or Bangalore?
Prices for flights to both Bangalore 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 $25Bangalore $13
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: $7.13
- Hidden Gems and Street Food Tour: $15
- Mumbai Walking Food Tour with Foodie Guide: $18
- Vegetarian Indian Cuisine Virtual Cooking Class Experience from Mumbai: $20
- Authentic Street Food Tour: $21
- Unique Street Food Tour with Local Guide: $24
- Mumbai Sunset Street Food Tour: $24
- Walking Street Food Tour, Bazaar, Temples, & More: $25
- Mumbai Food Tour: $25
- Street Food Tour - Eat like a Local with sunset view: $29
- Private Street Food Tour with a Local Guide: $29
- Walking Street Food Tour, Bazaar, Temples, & More: $30
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bangalore
For Bangalore, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Street Food Tour in Bangalore: $16
- Bangalore : Street Food tour and Local Market Visit.: $17
- Pop-Up Dinner in Bangalore with Focus on Sustainable Food: $24
- Traditional Cooking Classes & Dinner with Family: $33
- Indian Cooking Class in Bangalore with an Award Winning Chef: $54
- Discover Bangalore's Cuisine: Private Half-Day Cooking Experience: $60
- Private South Indian Cooking Class in Bangalore with a Local: $62
- Private Indian Cooking Class and Meal in Bangalore Home: $73
- 3-Hour Private Cooking Lesson and Meal in a Bangalore Home: $74
- Private Bengaluru Food Walking Tour with Dinner: $99
- Cooking experience in Bangalore, a half day tour: $101
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Mumbai $2.66Bangalore $11
Tours and Activities in Mumbai
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Mumbai.
- Dharavi Authentic Slum Tour: $111
- Kanheri Caves Heritage Tour: $45
- Mumbai City Tour : $100
- Private Full-Day Mumbai Sightseeing Tour with Dharavi Slums: $54
- "Best of Mumbai (Guided Full Day Sightseeing City Tour)": $130
- "Highlights of Mumbai Guided Half Day Sightseeing City Tour: $75
- "Local A True Insider’s Tour": $100
- "Mumbai Highlights: An Immersive 6-Hour Half-Day Tour": $75
- "Religions of Mumbai (Guided Half Day Sightseeing City Tour): $82
- 2 Hours Dharavi Slum Tour With Local Guide: $12
- 3 Days Complete Mumbai Tour Inclusive of Bollywood Studio Experience: $277
- 3 Hours Early Morning in South Mumbai Heritage Bicycle Tour : $39
Tours and Activities in Bangalore
For Bangalore, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Private Full-Day Bangalore City Tour: $73
- (Mysuru) Mysore Day Out - A Royal Experience Private Tour from Bangalore: $130
- 03 Nights / 04 Days, Bangalore with Ooty Hill Station Tour: $517
- 04 Days, Exclusive Bangalore and Ooty Hill Station Tour: $493
- 2 Days Bangalare and Mysore Private Tour by Car: $227
- 2 day Motorcycle tour from Bangalore to Belur, Halebid & Shravanabelagola: $288
- Authentic Shopping Experience in Bangalore for Souvenirs & Gifts: $37
- Bangalore - Full Day Private Tour: $130
- Bangalore Basavanagudi Heritage Self Guided Walking Tour: $8.52
- Bangalore City Tour (Lunch, Pick up & drop at hotel): $100
- Bangalore City Tour By Tuk Tuk!: $109
- Bangalore City Tour: Explore Full-Day Sightseeing Trip: $65
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMumbai $3.68Bangalore $9.06
Sample the Local Flavors in Mumbai
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Mumbai:
- Bombay Party (Bar Crawl): $25
- South Bombay Pub Crawl: $39
- South Bombay Pub Crawl: $39
- South Bombay Pub Crawl: $40
- Mumbai Private Bar Crawl with City Night Tour: $130
- Nashik: Private Full-Day Wine Tour with Tastings From Mumbai: $135
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 tours: $29
- Pub Crawl Bangalore: $39
- Pub Crawl Bangalore (3 Hours Guided Nightlife Experience): $44
- Pub Crawl with Welcome Drinks, Games & Discounts: $59
- Bengaluru Pub Crawler - Nightlife Walking Tour: $89
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mumbai and Bangalore, we can see that Mumbai is more expensive. And not only is Bangalore much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Bangalore would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bangalore 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 Bangalore.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Mumbai Expensive? and Is Bangalore Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Mumbai or Bangalore?
Mumbai has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Bangalore. When comparing the sizes of Mumbai and Bangalore, 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.