Which place is cheaper, Napier or Nakhon Ratchasima?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Nakhon Ratchasima or Napier?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Nakhon Ratchasima or Napier, 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: Nakhon Ratchasima or Napier?
Nakhon Ratchasima
If you're planning on traveling from Bangkok to Isaan, you'll likely make Nakhon Ratchasima your pit stop or home base. However, there is so much more to this sprawling metropolis than just a layover. Underneath the chaos of it all, is a charming and traditional Thai city.
Napier
Napier is city on the eastern coast of the North Island of New Zealand. It is part of the Hawke's Bay Region, a famous area for wine vineyards. Napier has a population of 61,000 people and is known for its Art Deco architecture and of course, wine.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Thailand, The Best Contiki Tours to Thailand, The Best Contiki Tours to New Zealand, and The Best G Adventures Tours to New Zealand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNakhon Ratchasima $40Napier $167
The average daily cost (per person) in Nakhon Ratchasima is $40, while the average daily cost in Napier is $167. 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 Nakhon Ratchasima and Napier in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNakhon Ratchasima $19Napier $101
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNakhon Ratchasima $38Napier $202
Compare Hotels in Nakhon Ratchasima and Napier
Looking for a hotel in Nakhon Ratchasima or Napier? 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: Nakhon Ratchasima Hotel Prices and Napier Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nakhon Ratchasima $4.50Napier $30
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nakhon Ratchasima
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Nakhon Ratchasima:
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Tuk Tuk$1.36
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Bus to Vientiane$1.36
Is it cheaper to fly into Nakhon Ratchasima or Napier?
Prices for flights to both Napier and Nakhon Ratchasima 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 dayNakhon Ratchasima $15Napier $36
Typical Food Prices in Napier
For Napier, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Casural Lunch$8.32
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nakhon Ratchasima $5.81Napier $27
Tours and Activities in Napier
For Napier, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2.5-Hour Napier Art Deco Tour: $58
- Beer, Wine, Cider and Gin Tour in New Zealand: $119
- Best of Napier & Hawkes Bay Tour: $91
- Cape Coast Wineries Self-Guided Scenic Bike Tour from Napier: $48
- Cape Winery Cycle Tour - 6 wineries, self-guided: $70
- Deco City Black Cab Tours and Shuttles: $106
- Half Day Sights and Tastes Tour in Napier : $97
- Hastings Earthquake Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Hawke's Bay: Self Guided Coastal Winery Cycle Tour: $48
- Hawkes Bay Wineries Electric Self-Guided Bike Tour: $59
- Hawkes Bay Wineries Self-Guided Bike Tour: $35
- Napier Art Deco Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNakhon Ratchasima $10Napier $16
Typical Alcohol Prices in Napier
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Napier are as follows:
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Wine$12
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Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Napier:
- Half Day Small-Group Hawkes Bay Wine Tour: $94
- Wine Tour and Tastings in Hawkes Bay: $167
- Private Sightseeing Tour + Wine Tasting: $627
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nakhon Ratchasima and Napier, we can see that Napier is more expensive. And not only is Nakhon Ratchasima much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Nakhon Ratchasima is in Asia and Napier is in Pacific, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Nakhon Ratchasima would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nakhon Ratchasima 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 Napier would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Napier than you might in Nakhon Ratchasima.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nakhon Ratchasima Expensive? and Is Napier Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nakhon Ratchasima or Napier?
Napier has a larger population, and is about 56790 times larger than the population of Nakhon Ratchasima. When comparing the sizes of Nakhon Ratchasima and Napier, 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.