Which place is cheaper, Kampong Cham or Ubud?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Ubud or Kampong Cham?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Ubud and Kampong Cham. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Ubud or Kampong Cham?
Ubud
Made popular by the film Eat Pray Love, Ubud is located in the uplands of Bali, Indonesia. Beautiful Hindu temples and iconic rice fields are the sight to see in this popular cultural, artistic and religious hub on the island.
Though Ubud is hot and humid during the day, it is still cooler than coastal areas. Still, temperatures linger between mid-70's and low 90's year-round, so it is likely you'll experience warm weather, regardless of when you visit.
Ubud's wet season is from November to June, which makes it an unpopular time for travelers. January and February are when Ubud experiences the heaviest rainfall, so it may be wise to avoid visiting at this time, especially since weather will limit activities, bring out insects, and cause landslides and possible flooding.
Dry season runs from July through October, which is high season for travel. Even during dry season, Ubud is extremely humid, so pack lightweight clothing that breathes and lots of sunblock.
Kampong Cham
Kampong Cham is the sixth largest city in the country, located in the east of Cambodia. Just two and a half hours away from Phnom Penh is a surprisingly large province by the same name. Kampong Cham is the capital of this province, a quiet town on the west side of the Mekong River. While the town does not cater to tourists like other large cities such as Siem Reap and Phnom Penh, the charm of Kampong Cham lies in the beauty and simplicity of local life. Visitors will also get a glimpse into agricultural life on the plantations of rubber trees, tobacco and cashews.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Indonesia, The Best Budget Tours to Indonesia, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Cambodia, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Cambodia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayUbud $150Kampong Cham $31
The average daily cost (per person) in Ubud is $150, while the average daily cost in Kampong Cham is $31. 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 Ubud and Kampong Cham in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personUbud $133Kampong Cham $20
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomUbud $266Kampong Cham $40
Compare Hotels in Ubud and Kampong Cham
Looking for a hotel in Ubud or Kampong Cham? 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: Ubud Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ubud $1.82Kampong Cham $7.67
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ubud
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ubud:
- White Water Rafting Ubud Bali With Hotel Transfer: $24
- Waterbom Bali Tickets with Private Transfers: $70
- Waterbom Bali Day Pass With Hotel Transfer: $55
- Warm Stone Massage For 2 hours Including Transfers: $70
- Vip Airport Transfer : $32
- Quad Bike ATV Guided Tour with Transfer: $38
- Ayung River Rafting & Jungle Swing Ticket with Transfer: $69
- 1 Hour Beach Horse Riding with Transfer: $61
- Ubud to Bali (DPS) Airport Private Transfer: $20
- Ubud Transfers: Best Ubud Ground Transport: $35
- Ubud Transfer Service: $32
- Ubud Rafting with Monkey forest included Lunch and Transfer: $50
Is it cheaper to fly into Ubud or Kampong Cham?
Prices for flights to both Kampong Cham and Ubud 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 dayUbud $12Kampong Cham $6.46
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ubud
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ubud.
- Jimbaran Bay Sunset Dinner with Discount Voucher and Return Transport : $12
- Munduk authentic cooking class & banyumala waterfall: $19
- Uluwatu Sunset & Romantic Dinner: $20
- Balinese Traditional Cooking Classes with Market Tour: $22
- Balinese Traditional Cooking Class with Market Tour: $22
- Ubud Cooking : All Inclusive Cooking Class: $23
- Balinese Cooking Class and Market Tour with Transfers: $23
- Cooking Class with Transfers and Optional Market Visit: $23
- Best of Ubud with Cooking Class Experience: $26
- Bali Amazing Cooking Class: $26
- Balinese Cooking Class with Hotel Transfers: $26
- Jimbaran Beach Candle Light Dinner : $26
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ubud $10Kampong Cham $5.76
Tours and Activities in Ubud
Here are a few actual costs in Ubud for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 DAY Valley Trekking at Hidden Canyon Bejiguwang + Sightseeing/Private Tour 8 Hours/English/Japanese Driver Included: $38
- All Inclusive Tour in Nusa Lembongan Islands : $145
- BALI INSTAGRAM TOUR Private Tour with Wifi onboard: $87
- Bali : Customized Tour Sekumpul Waterfalls & Handara gate Heaven: $36
- Bali Private tour : $55
- Bali PrivateTanahlot Sunset Tour: $110
- Bali Royal palaces (observe tour): $89
- Best of Ubud Tours with Jungle Swing ( All Inclusive ): $83
- Gate Of Heaven Lempuyang Temple Tours with Blue Lagoon Snorkeling: $35
- Kecak fire dance and uluwatu temple tour - free wifi: $28
- Lempuyang Temple Ticket Admission All Inclusive: $28
- Mount Batur Jeep Tour and Hot Spring: $24
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayUbud $6.88Kampong Cham $5.47
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ubud and Kampong Cham, we can see that Ubud is more expensive. And not only is Kampong Cham much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kampong Cham would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kampong Cham 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 Ubud would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ubud than you might in Kampong Cham.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ubud Expensive? and Is Kampong Cham Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ubud or Kampong Cham?
Kampong Cham has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Ubud. When comparing the sizes of Ubud and Kampong Cham, 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.