Which place is cheaper, Jodhpur or Rajasthan?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Rajasthan or Jodhpur?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Rajasthan or Jodhpur, 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 Jodhpur?
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.
Jodhpur
Jodhpur is a city in the Rajasthan state of India. This city is located on the outskirts of the Thar Desert and is known for having sunshine almost every day of the year. Rao Jodha, an ancient Rajput chief, founded the city in 1459 AD. Many of the houses in the city are shades of blue, hence the reason that the city is sometimes referred to as the Blue City.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRajasthan $0.00Jodhpur $35
The average daily cost (per person) in Rajasthan is $0.00, while the average daily cost in Jodhpur 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 Rajasthan and Jodhpur in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRajasthan -Jodhpur $14
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRajasthan $0.00Jodhpur $28
Compare Hotels in Rajasthan and Jodhpur
Looking for a hotel in Rajasthan or Jodhpur? 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: Jodhpur Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rajasthan -Jodhpur $6.51
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rajasthan
Also for Rajasthan, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Udaipur To Pushkar Private One Way Transfer: $60
- Transfer from Jaipur to New Delhi Hotel / Accommodation: $49
- Transfer from Jaipur to Delhi with Tajmahal sight seeing: $200
- Self Guided Bikaner City Tour With One Way Transfer To Jaipur : $108
- Samode Town Excursion- A Visit to a Unique Rajasthan town with private transfers: $231
- Same Day Ranthambore Safari From Jaipur With Transfer To Agra Including Tickets: $227
- Round trip airport Transfer Between Jaipur & Jaipur Airport JAI: $18
- Round Trip Transfers to Ranthambore Fort Ganesh Temple in a Gypsy: $12
- Ranthambore Wildlife Safari with Tickets & Transfer Options: $120
- Ranthambore Tiger Safari Tickets With Optional Transfers: $108
- Pushkar Sightseeing on Jaipur To Jodhpur Transfer: $86
- Private transfer: Jaipur to Udaipur enroute Trip to Chittorgarh Fort: $245
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jodhpur
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jodhpur are as follows:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$0.36
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jodhpur
Also for Jodhpur, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer - Jodhpur to Udaipur via Ranakpur: $201
- Private 3-Day City Tour of Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada with Transfer: $194
- Private Transfer From Jodhpur To Agra Via Pushkar : $157
- Private Transfer from Jodhpur to Delhi by a/c car: $139
- One-Way Transfer from Jodhpur to Jaipur via Pushkar With Lunch: $127
- From Jaisalmer : Private One Way Jodhpur Transfer in AC Car: $120
- Private Transfer From JodhpurTo Ahmedabad: $107
- jodhpur to ranthambore one Way Transfer: $106
- From Jodhpur : Transfer To Ranthmbore: $100
- jaipur to jodhpur one Way Transfer: $96
- One Way Private Transfer Jodhpur to Jaipur: $90
- Jaipur: Private Transfer to/from Jodhpur: $75
Is it cheaper to fly into Rajasthan or Jodhpur?
Prices for flights to both Jodhpur 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 -Jodhpur $13
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: $4.59
- chai and pakora cooking class: $6.15
- Indian Cooking Class with Local Family in Jaipur: $9.83
- Half Day Osian Village Safari Tour with Dinner: $11
- Enjoyable,homely & mom 's delicious cooking classes: $13
- Cooking Class With Indian family : $15
- Food Tour and Eat like Locals : $16
- Dinner With Traditional Rajput Family (Its Not Just Only A Cooking Class) : $16
- Durga Cooking Class: $17
- 3 Hours Indian Cooking Session At Local Home: $20
- cooking class demo with dinner: $20
- Famous Masala Chowk Food Tour: $20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jodhpur
For Jodhpur, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- chai and pakora cooking class: $6.15
- Half Day Osian Village Safari Tour with Dinner: $11
- Experience Jodhpur Food Tour With Pick Up & Drop Off: $15
- Private Cooking Class in Jodhpur With Pick Up & Drop Off: $19
- 3 Hours Indian Cooking Session At Local Home: $20
- Private Guided Cooking Workshop Experience in Jodhphur: $22
- Private Cooking Class In Jodhpur With Family: $22
- Waking Food Tour In Jodhpur: $24
- Taste of Jodhpur (2 Hour Guided Street Food Tour Experience): $24
- street food tour with over 8 food tastings: $24
- Jodhpur Private Cooking Class With Family: $25
- Traditional Food of Rajasthan Cooking Class Experience : $25
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Rajasthan -Jodhpur $12
Tours and Activities in Rajasthan
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Rajasthan.
- From Jaipur : Same Day Agra Taj Mahal Sunrise Tour: $149
- From Jaipur: Ranthambore Tiger Safari Private Day Tour: $130
- Full Day Udaipur City Tour by Private Vehicle: $92
- Guided Jaipur City Tour With Drop Off at Udaipur: $110
- Guided Udaipur Tour With Drop Off To Jodhpur Next Day.: $135
- Half Day Jaipur Shopping Tour With Local Tour Guide: $35
- Jaipur Tour by Tuk-Tuk: $10
- Private Full-Day Tour of Jaisalmer with Guide: $33
- Same Day Taj Mahal Tour from Jaipur by Car: $250
- Taj Mahal City Tour by car or train from Jaipur: $105
- (JODHPUR) BLUE CITY Guided TOUR with MEHREANGARH FORT: $9.54
- 02 Nights - 03 Days Jaipur-Agra Weekend Tours with hotel: $260
Typical Entertainment Prices in Jodhpur
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Jodhpur's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Fort Entrance for Two$5.98
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Astrology Reading$4.19
Tours and Activities in Jodhpur
For Jodhpur, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- (JODHPUR) BLUE CITY Guided TOUR with MEHREANGARH FORT: $9.54
- 2 Days Guided Jodhpur & Udaipur Tour From Jodhpur With Hotels: $198
- 2 Days Jodhpur City Tour With Camel & Village Tour: $78
- 2 Days Jodhpur Private Tour With Camel Ride And Village Tour: $90
- 2 Days Jodhpur Private Tour With Camel Ride And Village Tour: $72
- 2 Days Safari Tour in Jawai and Jodphur: $200
- 2 Days Tour in Jodhpur, Heritage City: $83
- 2 Days in Jodhpur Heritage Tour : $75
- 3 Day Sightseeing Tour of Jodhpur & Udaipur: $229
- 3 Days Jodhpur City Tour With Village Tour & Desert Tour: $98
- 3 Days Jodhpur Private Tour: $216
- 3 Days Private Guided City Tour in Jodhpur: $62
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRajasthan -Jodhpur $10
Sample the Local Flavors in Rajasthan
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Rajasthan:
- Pub Crawl Uaipur (3 Hours Guided Nightlife Experience): $20
- Pub Crawl Jaipur: $39
- Pub Crawl Udaipur: $39
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rajasthan and Jodhpur, we can see that Jodhpur 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 Jodhpur would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Jodhpur 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 Jodhpur Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Rajasthan or Jodhpur?
Rajasthan has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Jodhpur. When comparing the sizes of Rajasthan and Jodhpur, 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.