Which place is cheaper, Darjiling or Odisha (Orissa)?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Odisha (Orissa) or Darjiling?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Odisha (Orissa) or Darjiling, 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: Odisha (Orissa) or Darjiling?
Odisha (Orissa)
Formerly known as Orissa, Odisha is a state in eastern India located on the Bay of Bengal. It is best known for its many ancient Hindu temples and tribal cultures, as well as being a destination for beaches and eco-tourism due to its abundant greenery and wildlife.
Darjiling
What began as a cluster of villages grew to prominence in the 19th Century when the British first established a hill station here and eventually realized that the climate was well-suited for tea plantations. Darjeeling (or Darjiling) has since become known for its teas in addition to cultural diversity, stunning views, and trekking opportunities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in India, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in India, The Best Photography Tours in India, and The Best Religious Tours in India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOdisha (Orissa) $0.00Darjiling $35
The average daily cost (per person) in Odisha (Orissa) is $0.00, while the average daily cost in Darjiling is $35. 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 Odisha (Orissa) and Darjiling in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOdisha (Orissa) -Darjiling $13
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOdisha (Orissa) $0.00Darjiling $26
Compare Hotels in Odisha (Orissa) and Darjiling
Looking for a hotel in Odisha (Orissa) or Darjiling? 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: Darjiling Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Odisha (Orissa) -Darjiling $7.48
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Odisha (Orissa)
Also for Odisha (Orissa), here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bhubaneshwar Temple Tour with Private Transfer: $211
- Private Transfer from Biju Patnaik (BBI) Airport to Bhubaneswar: $37
- Private Transfer from Bhubaneswar to Biju Patnaik (BBI) Airport: $37
- Private Departure Transfer from Hotel to Bhubaneswar Airport: $22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Darjiling
Also for Darjiling, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Rafting Journey at the Down on Teesta River's White Water with Private Transfer: $197
- Private Transfer Darjeeling Hotels To Bagdogra Airport IXB Drop: $49
Is it cheaper to fly into Odisha (Orissa) or Darjiling?
Prices for flights to both Darjiling and Odisha (Orissa) 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 dayOdisha (Orissa) -Darjiling $14
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Odisha (Orissa) -Darjiling $12
Tours and Activities in Odisha (Orissa)
For Odisha (Orissa), here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 4 Days Private Tour in Bhubaneswar and Puri Konark: $214
- 6-hour Temples tour of Bhubaneswar including hotel pick-up & drop-off: $63
- Best of Bhubaneswar (Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car): $82
- Bhubaneshwar city tour in a private car with professional guide: $90
- Bhubaneswar Food Crawl (2 Hours Guided Local Food Tasting Tour): $25
- Bhubaneswar city tour & Konark Sun Temple in private car with guide: $96
- Bhubaneswar: 3-hour Day Tour to Udayagiri-Khandagiri and Dhaula Hills : $66
- Day Trip to Konark (Guided Private Sightseeing Experience from Bhubaneswar): $148
- Day Trip to Puri (Guided Private Sightseeing Experience from Bhubaneswar): $153
- Discover Dhauli Shanti Stupa Bhubaneswar(Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car): $82
- Experience Beach Camping : $40
- Full Day Tour of Konark Temple and Puri: $122
Tours and Activities in Darjiling
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Darjiling.
- 5-Day Private Tour of Gangtok and Darjeeling: $246
- A Full Day Tour Of Darjeeling: $232
- Best of Gangtok (Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car): $84
- Colonial Heritage Walking Tour in Darjeeling: $31
- Darjeeling Full-Day Sightseeing Tour with Guide & Transports: $98
- Darjeeling Tea Garden Tour : $31
- Day Trip to Buddha Park (Guided Private Sightseeing Tour from Gangtok): $148
- Day Trip to Darjeeling (Guided Private Sightseeing Experience from Gangtok): $148
- Day Trip to Kalimpong (Guided Private Sightseeing Experience from Darjeeling): $148
- Day Trip to Kalimpong (Guided Private Sightseeing Experience from Gangtok): $148
- Day Trip to Singalila (Guided Private Sightseeing Experience from Darjeeling): $258
- Day_Trippers (Darjeeling Full Day Tour).: $117
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOdisha (Orissa) -Darjiling $8.77
Sample the Local Flavors in Odisha (Orissa)
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Odisha (Orissa):
- Pub Crawl Bhubaneswar: $39
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Odisha (Orissa) and Darjiling, we can see that Darjiling is more expensive. And not only is Odisha (Orissa) much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Odisha (Orissa) would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Odisha (Orissa) 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 Darjiling would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Darjiling than you might in Odisha (Orissa).
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Odisha (Orissa) Expensive? and Is Darjiling Expensive?.
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.