A Travel Price Comparison for India Pune vs. Agra for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Pune or Agra?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Pune or Agra, 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: Pune or Agra?

Pune

Located in Maharashtra, Pune is the state's second largest city and cultural capital. Not only is it a hub for museums, temples, beaches, and scenic overlooks, but it also has a thriving nightlife and general atmosphere due to the student population.

Agra

In the north of India, in the state of Uttar Pradesh is the city of Agra. This land is home to great tales of emperors and majestic temples. It is the home to a magnificent past and the greatest symbol of love known to man, the Taj Mahal.

While this incredible structure is the main draw to this area, there is much more to see. Once the capital of the Mughal Empire, Agra can claim three different UNESCO World Heritage sites - the Taj Mahal, the Agra Fort and the abandoned city of Fatehpur Sikiri.

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.


Which place is cheaper, Agra or Pune?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Pune is $62, while the average daily cost in Agra is $54. 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 Pune and Agra in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Pune $22
    Agra $15
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Pune $44
    Agra $30
Compare Hotels in Pune and Agra

Looking for a hotel in Pune or Agra? 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.

Hotels in Pune


Hotels in Agra


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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: Pune Hotel Prices and Agra Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Pune $13
    Agra $9.96

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pune

Also for Pune, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Mumbai-Pune Transfer: $70
  • Simon Cabaret Show in Phuket including Return Transfer: $53
  • Private Transfer from Pune (PNQ) Airport to Pune City: $36
  • Pune Airport Transfer: $30

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Agra

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Agra:


  • Tuk Tuk Ride
    $0.58

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Agra

Also for Agra, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Wildlife SOS Visit with One Way Transfer from Agra to Delhi: $53
  • Vrindavan to Delhi private transfer: $28
  • Visit to Jaipur 's Chokhi Dhani Tour on Agra to Jaipur Transfer: $95
  • Transfer from Delhi to Jaipur with Tajmahal sight seeing: $187
  • Transfer from Agra to Tundla railway station and vice versa: $34
  • Transfer from Agra to New Delhi by Private Car: $60
  • Transfer from Agra to Jaipur: $90
  • Transfer from Agra to Delhi Airport: $70
  • Transfer From Agra Hotel To Agra Airport and vice versa: $22
  • Transfer Agra to Delhi by Private AC Car: $75
  • Transfer Agra To Jaipur Via Fatehpur Sikri & Stepwell: $57
  • Transfer Agra To Jaipur By Ac Car With Fatehpur sikari.: $85

Is it cheaper to fly into Pune or Agra?

Prices for flights to both Agra and Pune 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Pune $29
    Agra $26

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pune

For Pune, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Guided Street Food Tour with Cultural Charms of Pune: $21
  • Traditional Cooking Classes & Dinner with Chef Family: $31
  • Traditional Cooking Classes & Dinner with Chef Family: $41
  • Coral Island, Promthep Cape & Sunset Dinner with Power Catamaran: $57

Typical Food Prices in Agra

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Agra:


  • Breakfast for Two
    $2.08

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Agra

For Agra, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Agra best Cooking class after Taj Mahal: $5.70
  • Agra Cooking Classes (Pick up and Drop available): $18
  • Local Food Tour with Cooking Class in Home Agra: $21
  • Street Food Tour with Spice Market on Tuk-Tuk: $21
  • Tuk-Tuk Ride and Street Food Tour with Spice Market: $22
  • Cooking Workshop and Vegetarian Dinner in Agra with Family: $28
  • Cooking Class and Much More in a Local Family Home: $28
  • Indian Food Private Cooking Class: $28
  • Agra's best cooking classes: $30
  • Seth Gali Bazaar Walk with Lavish on table barbecue dinner: $38
  • Indian Home Visit Cooking Demo: $38
  • Dinner at Agra with local Indian family : $40

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Pune $16
    Agra $19

Tours and Activities in Pune

For Pune, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • 4-Hour Tour: Pune University Complex Cycling Private Tour: $139
  • 4-Hour Tour: Small-Group Culinary Walking Tour in Pune: $99
  • Best of Pune Private City Tour with Lunch and Transport.: $100
  • Big Bollywood Studio only Tour with Meal : From Pune: $103
  • Cultural Walking Tour of Pune with Local Snacks: $22
  • Day Trip to Mahabaleshwar-Panchgani (Guided Fullday Sightseeing Tour from Pune): $143
  • Day Trip to Mahabaleshwar-Panchgani (Guided Fullday Tour): $129
  • Experience Spiritual Culture in Pune with a local - 2 Hours: $12
  • Food Walk Tour Pune (2 Hours Guided Food Tasting Walk): $24
  • Food Walking Tour of 7 Local Food Tastings: $23
  • From Ajanta, Ellora Caves and Aurangabad Guided Tour: $117
  • Full Day Cultural & Heritage Pune City Tour in Private Vehicle: $64

Typical Entertainment Prices in Agra

For Agra, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Entry to the Red Fort for Two
    $6.92
  • Taj Mahal for Two
    $17

Tours and Activities in Agra

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Agra.

  • Agra City Tour With Guide: $43
  • Agra Full day Sightseeing with Transports & Tour Guide: $37
  • Jaipur Overnight Tour from Agra : $300
  • Private 6 Hours: Agra Temples and Spiritual Sites Tour: $38
  • Private Agra Local Sightseeing Tour: $47
  • Private Taj Mahal and Agra Fort Day Tour: $40
  • Taj Mahal Sunrise & Agra Fort Private Tour - All Inclusive: $20
  • Tajmahal Sunrise And Sunset Tour in Agra with Fatehpur Sikri: $36
  • "Yamuna Serenity: Backside Taj Mahal Tour": $104
  • 05-Hours Taj Mahal & Agra Day Tour by TUK TUK: $5.00
  • 06 Hours Agra City Tour - Private: $82
  • 1 Day Agra and 1 Day Jaipur Private Tour from Agra: $202

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Pune $15
    Agra $9.28

Sample the Local Flavors in Pune

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Pune:

  • Pub Crawl (3 Hours Guided Bar Hopping Tour): $38


When comparing the travel costs between Pune and Agra, we can see that Pune is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pune Expensive? and Is Agra Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Pune or Agra?

Pune has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Agra. When comparing the sizes of Pune and Agra, 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.