Which place is cheaper, Bikaner 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 Bikaner?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Mumbai or Bikaner, 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 Bikaner?
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.
Bikaner
Bikaner is located in the Rajasthan state in northwest India. This city is where the headquarters of Bikaner District and Division are located. The city was founded in 1486 by Rao Bika, and has a population of about 645,000 people.
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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Mumbai Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMumbai $75Bikaner $52
The average daily cost (per person) in Mumbai is $75, while the average daily cost in Bikaner is $52. 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 Bikaner in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMumbai $29Bikaner $18
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMumbai $58Bikaner $36
Compare Hotels in Mumbai and Bikaner
Looking for a hotel in Mumbai or Bikaner? 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 Bikaner Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Mumbai $6.37Bikaner $11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mumbai
Also for Mumbai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- VIP Mumbai Airport Transfer: Comfort & Convenience: $19
- Transfer to & fro Airports,Cruise Terminal,Hotels or any whichway, one way/time: $65
- Transfer Mumbai Airport Hotel/Navi Mumbai: $19
- Private Transfer from Mumbai to Pune: $27
- Private Transfer from Mumbai hotels to Mumbai Cruise Port: $57
- Private Transfer from Mumbai Cruise Port to Mumbai Hotels: $57
- Private Transfer from Mumbai Cruise Port to Mumbai Airport (BOM): $40
- Private Transfer from Mumbai Airport (BOM) to Mumbai Port: $40
- Private Transfer from Mumbai Airport (BOM) to Mumbai Cruise Port: $57
- Private Transfer from Chatrapati Shivaji (BOM) Airport to Mumbai: $41
- Private Arrival Transfer from Mumbai Airport to Hotel Including VIP Assistance: $214
- Private Arrival Departure Airport Transfers Mumbai: $54
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bikaner
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Bikaner:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$0.21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bikaner
Also for Bikaner, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bikaner Heritage Walking Tour with Private Transfer: $136
- Self Guided Bikaner City Tour With One Way Transfer To Jaipur: $108
- Private Transfer From Bikaner To Jaisalmer: $60
- Private Transfer From Bikaner To Jodhpur: $48
- Bikaner Airport to Bikaner Hotels drop: Private Transfers: $5.42
- Bikaner Hotels to Bikaner Airport drop: Private Transfers: $5.42
Is it cheaper to fly into Mumbai or Bikaner?
Prices for flights to both Bikaner 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 $38Bikaner $25
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mumbai
For Mumbai, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Evening City & Street Food Tour with AC Car: $11
- Private Bollywood Studio Tour & Indian Cooking Class: $11
- Best Steet Food Tour & Marekt with Train Ride Tour: $14
- Discover Mumbai's street & beach with Vegetarian food tour: $14
- Mumbai Street Food Tour with Evening Bazaar Walk: $14
- Authentic Indian Cooking Class in Mumbai with a Local Family: $16
- Small Group Authentic Mumbai Virtual Cooking Class with Dessert: $20
- Vegetarian Indian Cuisine Virtual Cooking Class Experience from Mumbai: $20
- Indian Cooking Class & Cultural Delights: $23
- Private Dharavi Walking Tour & Indian Cooking Class: $25
- Safe Food Tour in Mumbai for 2 hours: $27
- Indian cusine demonstration cum hands on with Hi Tea / Dinner at a Family home: $29
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bikaner
For Bikaner, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Rajasthani Cooking Class in Bikaner: $150
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Mumbai $2.31Bikaner $13
Tours and Activities in Mumbai
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Mumbai.
- "Mumbai - Dharavi Slum Tour": $8.65
- "Mumbai City Sightseeing Tour": $43
- 2 Days Delhi, Agra Tour from Mumbai by Flight: $299
- 2 Days Mumbai Tour with Car and Hotel: $285
- 2-Day Tour to Taj Mahal, Agra from Mumbai with Both side Commercial Flights: $270
- 2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal, Agra from Mumbai with Both Side Commercial Flights: $254
- 2Days Mumbai Sightseeing Tours with Dharavi, Elephanta Caves: $62
- 3 Days Chatrapati Shambaji Nagar Tour from Mumbai in Pvt Vehicle: $290
- 3 Days Complete Mumbai Tour Inclusive of Bollywood Studio Experience: $277
- 3 Jyotirlinga Temple Tour – From Mumbai, Pune and Aurangabad: $156
- 3-Day Mumbai to Goa Road Trip: Village Stay & Sightseeing: $499
- 3-Day Mumbai to Nashik, Ajanta and Ellora Tour with Car and Guide: $151
Tours and Activities in Bikaner
For Bikaner, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 8-Day Desert Adventure - Jodhpur, Jaisalmer & Bikaner: $431
- A Private Guided Tour in Bikaner: $115
- Bikaner 2 Hour Guided Street Food Tasting Tour: $22
- Bikaner Full Day Sightseeing with Bhandeshwari Jain Temple and Lunch: $118
- Bikaner Full Day Sightseeing with Junagarh Fort & Temples: $104
- Bikaner Full Day Sightseeing with Junagarh Fort & Temples and Lunch: $135
- Bikaner Sightseeing with Tour Guide - Custom Hours, Itinerary: $49
- Bikaner to Jaisalmer: Junagarh Fort & Rat Temple Tour: $53
- Botanical Miniature Painting Experience: $86
- Full-Day Sightseeing Tour with Karni Mata Temple: $87
- Karni Mata Temple Half-Day Guided Tour: $46
- Discover Bikaner in Nightlights (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $12
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMumbai $3.20Bikaner $10
Sample the Local Flavors in Mumbai
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Mumbai:
- Bombay Party (Bar Crawl): $25
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mumbai and Bikaner, we can see that Mumbai is more expensive. And not only is Bikaner much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Bikaner would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bikaner 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 Bikaner.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Mumbai Expensive? and Is Bikaner Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Mumbai or Bikaner?
Mumbai has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Bikaner. When comparing the sizes of Mumbai and Bikaner, 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.