Which place is cheaper, Chennai or Punjab?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Punjab or Chennai?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Punjab and Chennai can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Punjab or Chennai?
Punjab
Punjab is a state of northwestern India, its name roughly translating to "the land of five rivers." Like much of India, Punjab is thriving with culture evident in its royal palaces, historic monuments, shrines, temples, and more.
Chennai
Formerly known as Madras from its colonial history, Chennai today is one of India's largest cities and capital of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is located on the Bay of Bengal in southeastern India with an extensive stretch of sandy beaches, plenty of dining and shopping, a number of historic temples, monuments, and churches, plus amusement parks and more.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from New Delhi, The Best 2-Week Tours from Mumbai, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to India, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPunjab $0.00Chennai $34
The average daily cost (per person) in Punjab is $0.00, while the average daily cost in Chennai is $34. 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 Punjab and Chennai in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPunjab -Chennai $15
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPunjab $0.00Chennai $30
Compare Hotels in Punjab and Chennai
Looking for a hotel in Punjab or Chennai? 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: Chennai Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Punjab -Chennai $2.58
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Chennai
Also for Chennai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From One-Way Transfer to Kodaikanal Car & Driver: $189
- Private Arrival Transfer: Chennai Airport (MAA) to Pondicherry Hotels: $145
- From Private Transfer to Tanjore Car & Driver: $132
- Private Chennai to Pondicherry Transfer: $130
- From One-Way Transfer to Kumbakonam Car & Driver: $118
- Chennai to Vellore Transfer by Private Vehicle: $94
- A Private Transfer: From Chennai to Kanchipuram Car & Driver: $66
- Private Transfer from Chennai City to Chennai (MAA) Airport: $37
- Private Transfer from Chennai (MAA) Airport to Chennai City: $37
- Bangalore - private departure transfer from Hotel to Airport : $35
- Chennai City Hotel to Chennai Airport Private Transfer: $30
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Chennai International Airport: $28
Is it cheaper to fly into Punjab or Chennai?
Prices for flights to both Chennai and Punjab 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 dayPunjab -Chennai $11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Chennai
For Chennai, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- South Indian Cooking Class in Chennai with a Passionate Baker: $48
- Tamil Brahmin Vegetarian Cooking Class in Chennai in a Local Home: $74
- Private Authentic Indian Cooking Class in Chennai with a Local: $76
- Private 3-Hour Cooking Lesson and Meal in Chennai: $100
- Authentic South Indian Cooking Class and Vegetarian Meal with a Local in Chennai: $122
- Private South Indian Cooking Class and Market Visit in Chennai: $152
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Punjab -Chennai $2.74
Tours and Activities in Chennai
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Chennai.
- Chennai Private Tour with Female Guide: $97
- Sowcarpet Street Food Walking Tour in Chennai with guide: $45
- "Enchanting Chennai – A Day Tour of the City's Best!": $175
- A Private Day tour from Chennai to Gingee & Thiruvannamalai: $90
- Agra Taj Tour from Chennai: $292
- Auroville and Pondicherry Tour from Chennai: $134
- Best Of Chennai- Classic Tour on Royal Enfield Motorcycle: $160
- Bicycle tour in Mahabalipuram with transport from Chennai,lunch & guide: $99
- Big Fat Indian Wedding, shopping & bazaar walking tour in Chennai: $40
- Birds & Beyond: Chennai to Pulicat Bird Sanctuary Day Tour: $135
- British Architecture Walk in Chennai by Wonder tours: $49
- British Architecture Walk, an immersive walking tour in Chennai: $55
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPunjab -Chennai $3.04
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Punjab and Chennai, we can see that Chennai is more expensive. And not only is Punjab much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Punjab would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Punjab 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 Chennai would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Chennai than you might in Punjab.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Punjab Expensive? and Is Chennai Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Punjab or Chennai?
Punjab has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Chennai. When comparing the sizes of Punjab and Chennai, 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.