Which place is cheaper, Mumbai or Mysore?
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 Mysore or Mumbai?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Mysore and Mumbai. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Mysore or Mumbai?
Mysore
Also known as Mysuru, Mysore is the state of Karnataka's second biggest city behind Bangalore (also called Bengaluru) in southern India. Its landmark attraction is the Mysore Palace, though it also features memorable temples, markets, and a renowned annual festival in September-October.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in India, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in India, The Best 2-Week Tours in India, and The Best 4-Week (1-Month) Tours in India.
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Mysore Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMysore $42Mumbai $87
The average daily cost (per person) in Mysore is $42, while the average daily cost in Mumbai is $87. 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 Mysore and Mumbai in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMysore $15Mumbai $34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMysore $30Mumbai $68
Compare Hotels in Mysore and Mumbai
Looking for a hotel in Mysore or Mumbai? 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: Mysore Hotel Prices and Mumbai Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Mysore $7.90Mumbai $7.68
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mysore
Also for Mysore, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Chennai: Private Transfer to Mysore Car & Driver: $161
- From Private Transfer to Bangalore City/ Airport: $106
- A Private Transfers: Mysore to Bangalore Car & Driver: $65
- Private Transfer from Mysore to Bangalore Airport: $38
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
- Transfer to & fro Airports,Cruise Terminal,Hotels or any whichway, one way/time: $73
- Transfer from Mumbai Airport to Hotel: $55
- Private Transfer: Mumbai Airport to Hotel: $55
- Private Transfer: Hotel to Mumbai Airport: $47
- Private Transfer from Mumbai to your Accommodation in Pune: $25
- Private Transfer from Mumbai to Pune via Lonavala City Tour: $57
- Private Transfer from Mumbai to Chatrapati Shivaji (BOM) Airport: $39
- Private Transfer from Mumbai hotels to Mumbai Cruise Port: $215
- Private Transfer from Mumbai Int Airport (BOM) to Mumbai Port: $145
- Private Transfer from Mumbai Cruise Port to Mumbai Hotels: $215
- Private Transfer from Mumbai Cruise Port to Mumbai Airport (BOM): $215
Is it cheaper to fly into Mysore or Mumbai?
Prices for flights to both Mumbai and Mysore 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 dayMysore $20Mumbai $44
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mumbai
For Mumbai, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Virtual Authentic Indian Tea and Paratha Cooking Class: $14
- Hidden Gems and Street Food Tour: $15
- Discover Mumbai's street & beach with Vegetarian food tour: $18
- Street Food Tour - Eat like a Local with Sunset view: $19
- Small Group Authentic Mumbai Virtual Cooking Class with Dessert: $20
- Authentic Street Food Tour: $21
- Taste of Street Food Tour & Vibrant Bazzars: $24
- Unique Street Food Tour with Local Guide: $24
- Taste of Street Food Tour & Vibrant Bazzars: $24
- Private Street Food Tour: $25
- Mumbai Food Tour: $25
- Walking Street Food Tour, Bazaar, Temples, & More: $28
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Mysore $9.20Mumbai $2.63
Tours and Activities in Mysore
For Mysore, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 06 Days, Bangalore Mysore Ooty, Luxurious & Exclusive Tour: $1,122
- 2 Days Bangalare and Mysore Private Tour by Car: $227
- 6-Hours Mysuru Cultural Tour with Guide and Transportation: $95
- 6-Hours Mysuru Cultural Tour with Guide and Transportation: $95
- Bangalore - Full day private excursion tour to Mysore with lunch : $140
- Bangalore, Mysore with Ooty Tour (05 Nights / 06 Days): $419
- Bangalore: Mysore Full-day Private Tour with Guide and Lunch: $118
- Bangalore: Mysore Private Day Tour with Lunch & Entry Fees: $144
- Best of Mysore (Guided Full Day City Sightseeing Tour by Car): $131
- Day Trip to Brindavan Gardens & Srirangapatna (Guided Sightseeing Tour by Car): $132
- Day Trip to Chikmagalur (Guided Sightseeing Tour by Car from Mysore): $145
- Day Trip to Mysore (Guided Sightseeing tour from Bangalore): $136
Tours and Activities in Mumbai
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Mumbai.
- Dharavi Authentic Slum Tour: $108
- Dharavi Slum, Dhobi Ghat & Dabbawala Experience: $24
- Mumbai City Tour : $100
- Mumbai by Night Guided Tour : $50
- Private 2 Hours Dharavi Slum Tour With Local Guide: $30
- 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
- "Religions of Mumbai (Guided Half Day Sightseeing City Tour): $79
- "The Ancient Kanheri Caves : Guided Tour": $27
- 2-Hour Guided Tour of Dharavi: $24
- 3 Hours Early Morning in South Mumbai Heritage Bicycle Tour : $48
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMysore $9.42Mumbai $3.65
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 Mysore and Mumbai, we can see that Mumbai is more expensive. And not only is Mysore much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Mysore would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Mysore 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 Mysore.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Mysore Expensive? and Is Mumbai Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Mysore or Mumbai?
Mumbai has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Mysore. When comparing the sizes of Mysore and Mumbai, 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.