Which place is cheaper, Jodhpur or Srinagar?
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 Srinagar or Jodhpur?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Srinagar 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: Srinagar or Jodhpur?
Srinagar
Lying on the banks of the Jhelum River, Srinagar is the largest city and the summer capital of the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. It is best known for its gardens, waterfronts, and houseboats as well as local traditional Kashmiri handicrafts and dried fruits.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to India, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from New Delhi, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Mumbai.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySrinagar $29Jodhpur $43
The average daily cost (per person) in Srinagar is $29, while the average daily cost in Jodhpur is $43. 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 Srinagar and Jodhpur in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSrinagar $15Jodhpur $14
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSrinagar $30Jodhpur $28
Compare Hotels in Srinagar and Jodhpur
Looking for a hotel in Srinagar 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: Srinagar Hotel Prices and Jodhpur Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Srinagar $2.51Jodhpur $6.37
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Srinagar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Srinagar:
- Doodhpathri Day Trip with Transfers: $33
- Srinagar To Leh, Ladakh Taxi (One way Transfer): $239
- Srinagar Airport Transfers Taxi Service: $16
- Private Transfer from Srinagar to Sheikh ul-Alam (SXR) Airport: $75
- Private Transfer from Sheikh ul-Alam (SXR) Airport to Srinagar: $75
- Private Round-trip Transfer from Srinagar to Gulmarg: $36
- Premium Srinagar Airport Transfer: Cheap & Comfort: $36
- Innova To and Fro Pvt. Airport Transfer from Srinagar / Dal Lake: $54
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jodhpur
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jodhpur are as follows:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$0.35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jodhpur
Also for Jodhpur, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Affordable Jodhpur Airport Transfer: $15
- From Jaisalmer : Private Jodhpur Transfer in AC Car: $69
- From Jaisalmer : Private One Way Jodhpur Transfer in AC Car: $71
- From Jodhpur : Private Jaisalmer Transfer in AC Car: $69
- From Jodhpur : Transfer To Jaipur With Visit Pushkar: $64
- From Jodhpur :Private Transfer to Jaisalmer, Jaipur, Pushkar: $40
- Jaipur: Private Transfer to/from Jodhpur: $75
- Jaisalmer: Private Transfer Servicer to Jodhpur: $42
- Jodhpur To Bikaner Via Deshnok Temple One Way Private Transfer: $51
- Jodhpur To Pushkar One Way Private Transfer: $34
- One Way Jodhpur To Jaisalmer Transfer: $43
- One Way Jodhpur To Jaisalmer Transfer: $42
Is it cheaper to fly into Srinagar or Jodhpur?
Prices for flights to both Jodhpur and Srinagar 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 daySrinagar $8.75Jodhpur $22
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: $12
- Jodhpur Walking Street Food Tour With Local Guide: $17
- Experience Indian Food Cooking Session At Local Family: $20
- Private Cooking Class in Jodhpur With Pick Up & Drop Off: $22
- Private Cooking Class In Jodhpur With Family: $22
- street food tour with over 8 food tastings: $23
- Jodhpur : Dakshika Private Cooking Class: $24
- Vegetarian Cooking Class with a Local Family: $29
- Traditional Food of Rajasthan Cooking Class Experience : $30
- Jodhpur Private Cooking Class With Family: $30
- Jodhpur 11 Dishes Cooking Class With REKHA Pick Up & Drop OF: $33
- Jodhpur 9 Dishes Cooking Class Experience pickup and drop: $35
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Srinagar $10Jodhpur $12
Tours and Activities in Srinagar
Here are a few actual costs in Srinagar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2 Nights 3 Days Sonmarg Snowfall Tour: $462
- 6-Day Kashmir Tour with Accommodations: $808
- From 10-Day Leh Ladakh Motorcycle Tour: $485
- From 6-Day Motorcycle Tour to Leh and Nubra Valley: $2,425
- From Unforgettable Kashmir 6-Day Private Tour: $577
- Full day private tour of Srinagar for Kashmir experience : $135
- Full day tour of Srinagar with Entrance Fee & Guide: $154
- Full day tour of Srinagar with Entrance Fee, Guide, Shikara ride & Lunch: $195
- Gulmarg Adventure: A Thrilling Day Trip from Srinagar: $69
- Kashmir Houseboat Tour Package for 3 Days: $209
- Kashmir 6-Day Tour Enchanting Serene Beauty: $485
- Kashmir: 7-Day Tour to Srinagar, Pahalgam, and Gulmarg: $595
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$5.85
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Astrology Reading$4.09
Tours and Activities in Jodhpur
For Jodhpur, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Agra: Taj Mahal and Mausoleum Tour with Skip-the-Line Entry: $5.20
- "Taj Mahal" Tour by India's Fastest Train (Gatiman Express): $5.77
- Heritage blue city walking tour in jodhpur.: $6.93
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal & Agra Tour with Boat Ride & Lunch: $8.08
- Private Jodhpur Blue City Walking Tour with Guide: $10
- Blue City Heritage Private Walking Tour With Pickup and Drop-Off: $11
- walk to bluecity heritage tour: $11
- Blue City Heritage Walking Tour With Pick Up & Drop Off: $11
- jodhpur blue city walking tour with guide: $12
- Jodhpur blue city waking tour with local guide: $12
- walk to bluecity heritage tour: $12
- Jodhpur Half Day Heritage Tour: $12
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySrinagar $2.51Jodhpur $9.99
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Srinagar and Jodhpur, we can see that Jodhpur is more expensive. And not only is Srinagar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Srinagar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Srinagar 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 Srinagar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Srinagar Expensive? and Is Jodhpur Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Srinagar or Jodhpur?
Srinagar has a larger population, and is about 6% larger than the population of Jodhpur. When comparing the sizes of Srinagar 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.