Which place is cheaper, Bangalore or Rajasthan?
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 Rajasthan or Bangalore?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Rajasthan or Bangalore, 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: Rajasthan or Bangalore?
Rajasthan
It's time to visit the world of harems and maharajahs, palaces and fortresses, incense and mysticism. Rajasthan is a state in the northwest of India full of history and magnificent forts – the best in the country. Known as the Land of Kings, Rajasthan really has something for everyone. With sand dunes, jungles, camel trains, wild tigers, glittering jewels, vibrant cultures and a calendar full of festivals, this area is a must-see spot in this bucket list country.
Bangalore
Bangalore is the capital city of the state of Karnataka, in India. It's also India's third largest city with a population of about 8.5 million. It's considered one of the most liveable cities in the country and was historically known for its many gardens and lush green spaces. Today those areas are all but gone, having given way to the growing population and sprawling metropolises. Bangalore is also the information technology hub of the country and is sometimes referred to as India's Silicon Valley.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Mumbai, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to India, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in India, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRajasthan $31Bangalore $47
The average daily cost (per person) in Rajasthan is $31, while the average daily cost in Bangalore is $47. 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 Rajasthan and Bangalore in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRajasthan $12Bangalore $18
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRajasthan $24Bangalore $36
Compare Hotels in Rajasthan and Bangalore
Looking for a hotel in Rajasthan or Bangalore? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rajasthan $5.31Bangalore $8.60
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rajasthan
Also for Rajasthan, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Udaipur, The City of Lakes - A Heritage Walk with private transfers: $105
- Udaipur To Pushkar Private One Way Transfer: $60
- Udaipur Hotel to Airport One-Way Private Transfer in AC Vehicle: $6.52
- Udaipur Airport to Hotel One-Way Private Transfer in AC Vehicle: $6.52
- Udaipur Airport Private Arrival Transfers: $8.14
- Two Night Safari Experience Ranthambore National Park &Transfers: $271
- Transfer From Udaipur To Jodhpur With Kumbhalgarh & Ranakpur: $93
- Smooth Departure Transfer by Car from Udaipur to Ahmadabad: $100
- Self Guided Bikaner City Tour With One Way Transfer To Jaipur: $108
- Sawai Madhopur to Jaipur Hotels drop: Private Transfers: $54
- Sawai Madhopur to Jaipur Hotel Drop Private Transfers: $24
- Sawai Madhopur to Agra Hotel One Way Private Transfers: $44
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bangalore
Also for Bangalore, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Vineyard Tour to Beautiful Nandi Hills including Wine Tasting & Private Transfer: $238
- Private Arrival Transfer: Bengaluru International Airport to Bangalore Hotels: $84
- Private Departure Transfer: Bangalore Hotels to Bengaluru International Airport: $75
- Bengaluru Airport (BLR) to Bengaluru Round-Trip Transfer: $75
- Wild Life Jeep Safari Tour at Bannerghatta with Private Transfer: $71
- Bangalore - private arrival transfer from airport to hotel: $58
- Private Departure Transfer from City Hotel to Bengaluru Airport - 10PM to 6AM: $52
- Bengaluru Airport (BLR) to Bengaluru - Arrival Private Transfer: $41
- Bengaluru City to Bengaluru Kempegowda Airport (BLR)- Departure Private Transfer: $41
- Bengaluru Kempegowda Airport (BLR) to Bengaluru Arrival Transfer: $37
- Bengaluru to Bengaluru Airport (BLR) - Departure Private Transfer: $37
- Bangalore Airport (BLR) Private Transfer to Bangalore City/Hotels: $32
Is it cheaper to fly into Rajasthan or Bangalore?
Prices for flights to both Bangalore and Rajasthan 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 dayRajasthan $14Bangalore $19
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rajasthan
For Rajasthan, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Jaipur Street food tour: $4.05
- chai and pakora cooking class: $11
- Feast on the Streets: Best Jaipur Food Tour: $14
- Enjoyable,homely & mom 's delicious cooking classes: $14
- Durga Cooking Class: $15
- Jaipur Half-Day Evening Tour with Sunset and Dinner: $15
- Cooking class demo with dinner: $18
- Jaipur Pink City Cooking Class: $20
- Vegetarian Hands on Cooking Class with Local Family in Jaipur: $20
- Food Tour and Eat like Locals: $20
- Jaipur Cooking Class and home cooked dinner with Indian family: $21
- Private Cooking Lesson for Authentic Rajasthani Cuisine: $22
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bangalore
For Bangalore, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Pop-Up Dinner in Bangalore with Focus on Sustainable Food: $22
- Traditional Cooking Classes & Dinner with Chef Family: $45
- Traditional Gowda Cooking Class and Meal in a Bangalore Home: $59
- Discover Bangalore's Cuisine: Private Half-Day Cooking Experience: $60
- Private In-Home Cooking Demonstration and Meal in Bangalore: $68
- Private South Indian Cooking Class in Bangalore with a Local: $78
- Private Bengaluru Food Walking Tour with Dinner: $99
- Private Cooking and Dining Experience in Bengaluru: $100
- Cooking experience in Bangalore, a half day tour: $115
- Authentic Indian Cooking Class: $149
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Rajasthan $7.09Bangalore $9.71
Tours and Activities in Rajasthan
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Rajasthan.
- "Travel With Chinmay"- Ekling JI - Nagda Temple Tour With Taxi: $119
- 1-Night and 2-Days Thar Desert Safari Tour: $41
- 2 - Days Mandawa Guided Tour From Jaipur With Bikaner Drop: $139
- 2 D Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri, Abhaneri Step Well's Tour From Jaipur: $195
- 2 Day Golden Triangle Tour to Agra and Delhi From Jaipur: $194
- 2 Day Heritage Pink City Jaipur Highlight & Sightseeing Tour: $170
- 2 Day Jaipur City Tour with Ranthambore Safari: $109
- 2 Day Jaipur Tour for Authentic Experiences: $30
- 2 Day Jaipur Tour with Car and Guide: $49
- 2 Days : Guided Agra Tour From Jaipur With Drop at New Delhi: $225
- 2 Days Delhi and Taj Mahal Overnight Tour from Delhi by Car: $125
- 2 Days Jaipur Private City Tour: $107
Tours and Activities in Bangalore
For Bangalore, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- (Mysuru) Mysore Day Out - A Royal Experience Private Tour from Bangalore: $125
- 2 day Motorcycle tour from Bangalore to Belur, Halebid & Shravanabelagola: $288
- 3 Days Taj Mahal Tour From Bengaluru to Agra: $64
- 8-Hour Custom Private Tour of Bengaluru: $150
- Art & Craft Tour of Bangalore: $98
- Authentic Shopping Experience in Bangalore for Souvenirs & Gifts: $38
- Bangalore Basavanagudi Heritage Self Guided Walking Tour: $7.99
- Bangalore City Tour (Lunch, Pick up & drop at hotel): $100
- Bangalore City Tour Full-Day Private: $204
- Bangalore Discovery: Full-Day Private Guided City Tour: $80
- Bangalore Explorer: 3-Day Tour of the Garden City: $259
- Bangalore Full Day Private City Tour: $58
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRajasthan $6.26Bangalore $8.04
Sample the Local Flavors in Rajasthan
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Rajasthan:
- Pub Crawl Udaipur: $35
Sample the Local Flavors in Bangalore
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Bangalore:
- Pub Crawl Bangalore: $35
- Bengaluru Pub Crawler - Nightlife Walking Tour: $89
- Brews of Bengaluru- Pub Crawl: $95
- Bangalore Wine Trails: Grover Zampa Vineyard & Wine Tasting: $161
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rajasthan and Bangalore, we can see that Bangalore is more expensive. And not only is Rajasthan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Rajasthan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Rajasthan 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 Bangalore would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bangalore than you might in Rajasthan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Rajasthan Expensive? and Is Bangalore Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Rajasthan or Bangalore?
Rajasthan has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Bangalore. When comparing the sizes of Rajasthan and Bangalore, 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.