Which place is cheaper, Delhi or Pune?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Pune or Delhi?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Pune or Delhi, 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 Delhi?
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.
Delhi
Delhi is the largest city in northern India and is officially the country's capital. The city has a population of 11 million with the metropolitan population reaching over 16 million. The city is similar in landscape to the rest of its surrounding area. It is very flat with the river Yamuna flowing on the eastern side of the city. The Aravalii Hills are in the western portion of the city. The city's history dates back to the 6th century BC and it has served as a capital for various kingdoms and empires.
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 dayPune $51Delhi $45
The average daily cost (per person) in Pune is $51, while the average daily cost in Delhi is $45. 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 Delhi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPune $23Delhi $23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPune $46Delhi $46
Compare Hotels in Pune and Delhi
Looking for a hotel in Pune or Delhi? 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: Pune Hotel Prices and Delhi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pune $13Delhi $5.28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pune
Also for Pune, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Mumbai-Pune Transfer: $68
- Private Transfer from Pune (PNQ) Airport to Pune City: $37
- Private Transfer from Pune to your Accommodation in Mumbai: $25
- Pune Airport Transfer: $30
- Simon Cabaret Show in Phuket including Return Transfer: $49
- Simon Cabaret Show in Phuket including Return Transfer (SHA Plus): $49
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Delhi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Delhi:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$0.12
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Taxi to Airport$1.91
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Subway$0.38
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Uber Cab$0.96
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Delhi Metro Smart Card$1.79
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Auto-rickshaw$1.20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Delhi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Delhi:
- Visit to Rail Museum or Dolls Museum with India Gate (private hotel transfers): $29
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Delhi HTL-APT (DEL): $27
- Transfer from New Delhi to Agra by Private car: $60
- Transfer from New Delhi to Agra by Private car: $100
- Transfer Delhi to Agra by AC car with Taj Mahal & Agra Fort Visit: $80
- Tour To Swaminarayan Akshardham Guide & Delhi Transfers: $37
- Taj Mahal Sunrise All Inclusive Tour with Transfers : $7.00
- Stroll through Old Delhi's Chandni Chowk with Private Transfer: $119
- Round Trip Airport Transfers - Delhi Airport to Hotel and back to Delhi Airport: $72
- Round Trip Airport Transfer- From Delhi Airport to Hotel & Back to Delhi Airport: $80
- Qutub Minar Skip-the-Line E-tickets & guide Delhi transfers: $15
- Private transfers to/from Indira Gandhi International Airport: $10
Is it cheaper to fly into Pune or Delhi?
Prices for flights to both Delhi 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
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Food Meals for one dayPune $18Delhi $12
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: $32
- Traditional Cooking Classes & Dinner with Chef Family: $33
- Coral Island, Promthep Cape & Sunset Dinner with Power Catamaran: $53
- Organic Thai cooking class: $67
Typical Food Prices in Delhi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Delhi:
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McDonalds$3.50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Delhi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Delhi.
- Lunch or dinner with local family: $21
- Old Delhi Food Tour Extravaganza!: $30
- Food Tour Old Delhi: $31
- Cooking Demo + Lunch/Dinner and interaction with an Indian family @ Chez Anjali: $35
- Old Delhi Food Tour: A Night Time Feast: $36
- Evening Food Tour: $40
- Discover Old 4-Hour Evening Walking Tour includes Guide & Dinner: $40
- Old Delhi Street Food Tour: $44
- Transit Tour-Guided Best Old Delhi's Attractions & Food Tour: $45
- Chandni Chowk Old Delhi Food Tour with Spice Market: $45
- Culinary Delights Of Delhi Half Day Food Tour: $48
- Veg and Non veg : Private Cooking Class in Delhi: $48
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pune $17Delhi $13
Tours and Activities in Pune
For Pune, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Pune Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $6.56
- Skip the Line: Meher Retreat Day Picnic Ticket, Near Pune: $12
- Experience Spiritual Culture in Pune with a local - A Unique 2 Hrs Walking Tour: $13
- Night Walk Tour Pune: $13
- Shaniwar Wada Walking Tour: $13
- Walking Tour of Pune (2 Hours Guided Walk): $13
- Experience Spiritual Culture in Pune with a local - 2 Hours: $17
- Night Walk Tour Pune (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $17
- Guided Tour to Shaniwar Wada Fort and Peshwas Legacy: $18
- Private Walking Tour & Food tasting with a Local: $21
- Pune Walking Tour with a Punekar: $21
- Maratha History Walking Tour in Pune: $23
Typical Entertainment Prices in Delhi
Here are a few typical costs in Delhi for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Red Fort$10
Tours and Activities in Delhi
Here are a few actual costs in Delhi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- All Inclusive: Same day Taj Mahal Tour From Delhi : $50
- Delhi : Private Day Tour Of Tajmahal And Shopping At Agra: $100
- Delhi Agra Jaipur 3 Days Golden Triangle Tour From New Delhi: $40
- Delhi Agra and Jaipur 5 Days Golden Triangle Tour From New Delhi: $220
- Delhi All Inclusive Half day City Tour With Guide: $30
- Same Day Sunrise Taj Mahal Experience By Car : $75
- Explore Taj Mahal and Agra Fort - Private day tour from Delhi - All Inclusive: $98
- Full Day Old And New Delhi City Tour- All Inclusive : $38
- Gatimaan Express train Delhi to Agra Same Day Tour: $222
- Golden Triangle Tour 3 Days: $267
- Jaipur Overnight Tour from New Delhi : $227
- Private City Tour of New Delhi and Old Delhi: $43
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPune $15Delhi $8.67
Sample the Local Flavors in Pune
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Pune:
- Pub Crawl (3 Hours Guided Bar Hopping Tour): $37
- Pub Crawl (3 Hours Guided Bar Hopping Tour): $39
When comparing the travel costs between Pune and Delhi, 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 Delhi Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Pune or Delhi?
Delhi has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Pune. When comparing the sizes of Pune and Delhi, 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.