Which place is cheaper, Cochabamba or Salvador?
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 Salvador or Cochabamba?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Salvador or Cochabamba, 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: Salvador or Cochabamba?
Salvador
Salvador de Bahia was the first capital of Brazil, founded by the Portuguese in 1549. Also known as "Brazil's capital of happiness," Salvador is famous for its plentiful and spirited street festivals. The third most populous city in Brazil, Salvador is also well-known for its Afro-Brazilian culture and Portuguese colonial architecture.
Cochabamba
With a population of about 630,000, Cochabamba is the fourth largest city in Bolivia. It's located about 240 kilometers from the capital city of La Paz and is surrounded by mountains, but sits within a valley.
The city is known for its gardens and has many sights to offer the visitor. Cochabamba offers a calming retreat that is a refreshing break from the hustle and bustle of many South American cities. It's a great location to learn Spanish and there are plenty of activities and cultural events that you can enjoy in and around town.
Cochabamba's climate is semi-arid. There is an extended dry season between May and October and the wet season is from November to March. The days are warm and the nights are cool.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Eco Tours in Brazil, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Brazil, The Best 10-Day Tours in Bolivia, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Bolivia.
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Salvador Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySalvador $53Cochabamba $47
The average daily cost (per person) in Salvador is $53, while the average daily cost in Cochabamba 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 Salvador and Cochabamba in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSalvador $24Cochabamba $15
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSalvador $48Cochabamba $30
Compare Hotels in Salvador and Cochabamba
Looking for a hotel in Salvador or Cochabamba? 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: Salvador Hotel Prices and Cochabamba Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Salvador $5.99Cochabamba $9.76
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Salvador
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Salvador:
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Bus from Airport$1.17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Salvador
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Salvador:
- Private Transfer from Salvador de Bahia Airport (SSA): $17
- Private Transfer to Salvador de Bahia Airport (SSA): $17
- Arrival or Departure Shared Transfer from Airport to hotels in Salvador: $17
- Tourism and Transfer Salvador and Morro de São Paulo: $24
- Salvador Airport Transfer to Salvador City Hotels: $26
- Shared Transfer - North Coast: $26
- Transfer Hotel in Salvador / Salvador Airport: $29
- Transfer Salvador Airport / Hotel in Salvador: $29
- Roundtrip Private Transfer from Salvador de Bahia airport (SSA): $33
- Transfer Hotel Litoral Norte / Salvador Airport: $36
- Transfer Salvador Airport / Hotel Litoral Norte: $36
- Salvador Airport (SSA) to Salvador - Arrival Private Transfer: $38
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cochabamba
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cochabamba:
- MiniVan or Suv Transfer from Cochabamba Airport CBB to Cochabamba: $36
Is it cheaper to fly into Salvador or Cochabamba?
Prices for flights to both Cochabamba and Salvador 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 daySalvador $22Cochabamba $23
Typical Food Prices in Salvador
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Salvador:
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Dinner for 2$1.36
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Salvador
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Salvador.
- Eat and drink before you fly: Cooking class near Salvador airport: $50
- Enjoy before flying: Cooking class near Salvador airport: $50
- 4h Cooking Class in Salvador with 9 Recipes & Bottomless Drinks: $65
- Cooking class in Salvador, fun hands on experience with caips: $65
- 4h Cooking Class in 9 Recipes & Bottomless Drinks: $68
- Traditional Moqueca Cooking Class: $75
- Savour Salvador Food Tour with 12+ Tastings: $75
- Bahia Bites Salvador Food Tour with 12+ Tastings: $79
- Bahia Bites Food Tour with 12+ Tastings: $80
- Brazilian Cooking Class with Unlimited Caipirinhas: $89
- Folk Show - Bahia Night (Dinner Included) by Salvador Receptivo: $105
- Salvador by Night: Cultural Show and Dinner: $124
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cochabamba
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cochabamba.
- Adelante Mujer Bolivian Cooking Workshops: $29
- Bolivian Cooking Class with High-Altitude Wines: $50
- Cochabamba Valle Alto 2-Day Food Tour: $355
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Salvador $5.65Cochabamba $15
Tours and Activities in Salvador
Here are a few actual costs in Salvador for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Salvador Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $4.97
- City Tour in Salvador - Half Day: $20
- Historic City Tour - Half Day in Salvador: $20
- Authentic Bars Tour in Santo Antônio Beyond the Carmo!: $20
- City Tour Salvador Historica: $20
- Beyond a Night Tour: An Autentic Bar Experience in Salvador: $22
- Walking tour historic Pelourinho: $24
- Historic City Tour in Salvador: $24
- Bahia 500 Years Historic Tour, Salvador, Bahia, Brazil: $25
- Salvador Historical City Center Tour: $25
- Panoramic City Tour in Salvador: $25
- Panoramic Tour, Salvador, Bahia, Brazil: $25
Tours and Activities in Cochabamba
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cochabamba are as follows:
- City of Eternal Spring: Self-Guided Tour of Downtown Cochabamba: $5.99
- Walking tour in Cochabamba not your average: $15
- Shopping tour + history: Cochabamba: $59
- City Highlights Walking Tour groups: $65
- Tour to Valle Alto (Tarata): $82
- Full-Day 9-Site Heritage Walking Tour with Guide: $84
- Full-Day Valle Alto Tour: Cochabamba: $105
- Torotoro: 2-Day, 1-Night Tour from Cochabamba: $160
- Toro Toro: A full-day tour from Cochabamba: $210
- 2-Day, 1-Night Tour: Toro Toro with Caves, Footprints, and Canyons: $270
- Tropical Experience 2 days and 1 night: Villa Tunari Cochabamba: $340
- Incallajta and Torora-Cochabamba Tour: $352
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySalvador $5.36Cochabamba $8.72
Typical Alcohol Prices in Salvador
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Salvador:
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Beers for 2$1.36
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Drinks$2.72
When comparing the travel costs between Salvador and Cochabamba, we can see that Salvador 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 South America, 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 Salvador Expensive? and Is Cochabamba Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Salvador or Cochabamba?
Salvador has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Cochabamba. When comparing the sizes of Salvador and Cochabamba, 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.