Which place is cheaper, Johor Bahru or Tallinn?
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 Tallinn or Johor Bahru?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Tallinn or Johor Bahru, 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: Tallinn or Johor Bahru?
Tallinn
Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, is located on the southern coast of the Gulf of Finland. It has a population of more than 430,000 people and is a charming, yet cosmopolitan place to visit. The Old Town is at the center of the city's tourism, and the beauty and architecture is very impressive. The city's close proximity to Helsinki makes it a popular day trip from Finland, but cheap plane flights have also encouraged visitors from around Europe to spend several days in this city. In particular, summer months can become quite crowded.
Johor Bahru
Johor Bahru is the capital of the state of Johor in Southern Malaysia. Though it is largely industrial and does not typically cater to tourists, especially compared to the grandeur of neighboring Singapore, the city does have some opportunities for shopping, dining, and entertainment.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Tallinn, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Estonia, The Best Luxury Tours to Malaysia, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Malaysia.
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Tallinn Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTallinn €121Johor Bahru €59
The average daily cost (per person) in Tallinn is €121, while the average daily cost in Johor Bahru is €59. 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 Tallinn and Johor Bahru in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTallinn €47Johor Bahru €37
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTallinn €94Johor Bahru €74
Compare Hotels in Tallinn and Johor Bahru
Looking for a hotel in Tallinn or Johor Bahru? 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: Tallinn Hotel Prices and Johor Bahru Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tallinn €12Johor Bahru €12
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Tallinn
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Tallinn:
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Tram Around Town for Two€1.66
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tallinn
Also for Tallinn, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Tallinn Airport to Tallinn city center: $33
- Private Transfer from Tallinn Airport(TLL) to Tallinn Cruise Port: $39
- Private Transfer from Tallinn Cruise Port to Tallinn Airport(TLL): $39
- Arrival Transfer from Tallinn Airport or Port to Tallinn by Sedan: $40
- Private Transfer from Tallinn Airport to Tallinn city center: $45
- Talinn Airport and City Private Transfer: $46
- Private Airport Transfer: $46
- Private Arrival Transfer Tallinn Airport to Cruise Port: $62
- Tallinn Highlights Shore Excursion With Port Return Transfer: $67
- Highlights Shore Excursion with Return Transfer: $68
- From Alpakafarm Guided Tour with Transfer: $69
- Tallinn Return Airport Transfers: $75
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Johor Bahru
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Johor Bahru:
- ~Chauffeur: Johor Bahru to Singapore MPV Transfer: $100
- Universal Studios Singapore Tickets with Round-trip Transfers: $116
- Singapore Universal Studio with Optional One Way Transfer: $100
- Private Transfer from Legoland (Malaysia) to Singapore Changi Airport (SIN): $292
- Private Transfer from Johor Bahru City Center to Singapore Hotels: $102
- Private Transfer : Johor Bharu (JB) to Kuala Lumpur (KL): $136
- Malaysia：Senai International Airport（JHB）One-Way Transfer: $80
- LEGOLAND Malaysia to Kuala Lumpur City One-way Transfer: $105
- LEGOLAND Malaysia to Kuala Lumpur City Hotels One-way Transfer: $105
- LEGOLAND Malaysia Admission Ticket with Return Transfer from Kuala Lumpur: $188
- Johor Hotels to Malacca Hotels (Door to Door) Transfer: $141
- Johor Bahru to Mersing jetty Private Transfer: $95
Is it cheaper to fly into Tallinn or Johor Bahru?
Prices for flights to both Johor Bahru and Tallinn 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 dayTallinn €62Johor Bahru €15
Typical Food Prices in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch for Two€7.68
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Dessert€1.15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tallinn old town: Estonian Cuisine Cooking Class: $86
- Old Town Guided Tour with Dinner and Folk Show: $98
- Old Town Guided Tour and Medieval Dinner with Show: $103
- Old Town Food Tour from the cruise port: $109
- From Campfire Cooking Workshop with Guided Hike: $111
- Vegan Food Tours Tallinn: $223
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Johor Bahru
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Johor Bahru.
- Singapore: Christmas Dinner Cruise with 7 Course XMAS Menu: $289
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tallinn €5.63Johor Bahru €7.17
Tours and Activities in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Tallinn Old Town Interactive Quiz Experience: $3.41
- Old Town Self-Guided Audio Tour with 3D Map: $3.45
- Tales of Reval Walking Tour with Smartphone App: $6.90
- Audio Tour of the Toompea Hill (Cathedral Hill) in Tallinn: $8.06
- Monks, Ghosts and Legends Self Guided Tour of Tallinn: $8.50
- Aegna Island: Self-Guided Discovery Tour: $9.21
- Old Town Highlights Tour with Audio Guide: $9.22
- Tour to the Paljassaare Special Protection Area: $15
- Towers, Legends and Communism: An Audio Tour of Tallinn: $15
- Discover Terrific Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Guided Tallinn Old Town Walking Tour: $16
- Guided Tallinn Old Town Walking Tour: $16
Tours and Activities in Johor Bahru
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Johor Bahru are as follows:
- °15Hrs Kuala Lumpur Van Tour from Johor Bahru w' Tour Guide: $149
- Adventure Cove Waterpark Admission Ticket: $39
- Adventure Cove Waterpark Sentosa Island Singapore AdmissionTicket: $30
- Adventure Cove Waterpark Tickets: $49
- Adventure Waterpark Desaru Coast Tickets: $39
- Adventure Waterpark Ticket Desaru Coast: $19
- Dino Rescue Squad - Cinematic Walkthrough VR Experience: $19
- Firefly Tour Johor Bahru@Kota Tinggi Firefly Park: $6.53
- Johor Bahru : Seadoo JetSki 30mins Self Ride Tour (Double): $86
- Johor Bahru : Seadoo JetSki 30mins Self Ride Tour(Single): $62
- Brooklyn Cruise at Puteri Harbour: $11
- Johor Day Tour - Lasertag, Eco Farm, Go Kart [Car]: $276
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTallinn €15Johor Bahru €4.67
Sample the Local Flavors in Tallinn
Also in Tallinn, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Telliskivi Bar Crawl - Trendy Bars with Shots, Games and Deals: $19
- Old Town Bar Crawl - Shots, Games, Deals & Club: $22
- Telliskivi Bar Crawl with games, drinks, discounts: $22
- Bar Crawl with Shots, Beer, and Nightclub Entry: $23
- Urban Beats Bar Crawl with Party Bus and Clubs: $51
- Tallinn Guided Bar Crawl: $129
- Gin Distillery Tour and Tasting: $275
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tallinn and Johor Bahru, we can see that Tallinn is more expensive. And not only is Johor Bahru much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tallinn is in Europe and Johor Bahru is in Asia, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Johor Bahru would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Johor Bahru 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 Tallinn would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tallinn than you might in Johor Bahru.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tallinn Expensive? and Is Johor Bahru Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tallinn or Johor Bahru?
Johor Bahru has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Tallinn. When comparing the sizes of Tallinn and Johor Bahru, 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.