Which place is cheaper, Te Anau or Nakhon Ratchasima?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Nakhon Ratchasima or Te Anau?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Nakhon Ratchasima or Te Anau, 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 Te Anau?
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.
Te Anau
Te Anau is a town on the South Island of New Zealand, best-known as a gateway to Fiordland National Park and Milford Sound. The region is a major destination for ecotourism as it is home to rare species like the endangered flightless takahe bird and natural features like caves, waterfalls, forests, lakes, glacial valleys, and mountains.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Thailand, The Best Contiki Tours to Thailand, The Best G Adventures Tours to New Zealand, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Auckland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNakhon Ratchasima $40Te Anau $98
The average daily cost (per person) in Nakhon Ratchasima is $40, while the average daily cost in Te Anau is $98. 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 Te Anau in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNakhon Ratchasima $19Te Anau $44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNakhon Ratchasima $38Te Anau $88
Compare Hotels in Nakhon Ratchasima and Te Anau
Looking for a hotel in Nakhon Ratchasima or Te Anau? 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 Te Anau Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nakhon Ratchasima $4.50Te Anau $27
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
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Te Anau
Also for Te Anau, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Kepler Water Taxi Transfer across Lake Te Anau: $15
Is it cheaper to fly into Nakhon Ratchasima or Te Anau?
Prices for flights to both Te Anau 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 $15Te Anau $27
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nakhon Ratchasima $5.81Te Anau $47
Tours and Activities in Te Anau
For Te Anau, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Afternoon Te Anau Cruise on Historic Motor Yacht: $87
- Champagne Sightseeing Cruise on Lake Te Anau: $87
- Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Te Anau: $211
- Doubtful Sound Wilderness Day Cruise from Manapouri: $229
- Fiordland: Jet Boat & Nature Walk Experience from Te Anau: $106
- From 1-Day Milford Sound Coach & Cruise: $136
- From Milford Sound Coach Tour and Cruise: $110
- From Milford Sound Coach, Cruise, and Walks: $146
- From Milford Sound Cruise and Coach Day Trip: $122
- From Milford Sound Tour with Cruise and Lunch: $154
- From Premium Doubtful Sound Coach & Cruise: $237
- Full-Day Milford Sound Extraordinaire Tour from Te Anau: $151
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNakhon Ratchasima $10Te Anau $14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nakhon Ratchasima and Te Anau, we can see that Te Anau 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 Te Anau 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 Te Anau would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Te Anau 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 Te Anau Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nakhon Ratchasima or Te Anau?
Te Anau has a larger population, and is about 2070 times larger than the population of Nakhon Ratchasima. When comparing the sizes of Nakhon Ratchasima and Te Anau, 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.