Which place is cheaper, Mumbai or Udaipur?
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 Udaipur or Mumbai?
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 Udaipur and Mumbai. 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: Udaipur or Mumbai?
Udaipur
Udaipur, also known as the "Venice of the East," is becoming increasingly popular as an Indian wedding destination as well as with travelers searching for a romantic and picturesque city, rich with history, scenic areas, and palaces.
The "City of Lakes" is located in south of Rajasthan. There are a total of ten lakes in the lake system, which are connected and sustain water for drinking, irrigation and industrial use, which contributes to another reason for Udaipur's booming tourism: alcohol.
Udaipur has ideal climate and available water to support a liquor plant while a number of other Indian states ban the consumption of liquor altogether. Many local tourists, such as those from the neighboring dry state of Gujarat on the west, visit Udaipur specifically for this reason, especially considering that Gujarati alcohol prices are much higher and liquor must be purchased through the black market. It's no wonder why Udaipur is the destination for celebrations and vacation.
Udaipur has tropical weather and three main seasons, which are summer, monsoon, and winter. Winter, which takes place between September to March, is the most pleasant time to visit for sunny and warm days and cool nights.
Udaipur was also made famous in the James Bond film Octopussy. Several local hotels show the film nightly.
Mumbai
Mumbai is the largest city in India and the capital of Maharashtra state. It is still occasionally referred to as Bombay, but most people know it now as Mumbai. It's the commercial capital of the country and is a major port city. It's also famous for Bollywood, which is the movie capital of the country and famous for it's music filled Bollywood flicks that have become popular around the world. Mumbai is arguably the most cosmopolitan city in India and has some of the most liberal views of an otherwise conservative country. Many immigrants and expats live in Mumbai and it's easy to see the blend of cultures.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in India, The Best Adventure Tours to India, The Best Sightseeing Tours in India, and The Best Cultural Tours in India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayUdaipur $36Mumbai $75
The average daily cost (per person) in Udaipur is $36, while the average daily cost in Mumbai is $75. 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 Udaipur and Mumbai in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personUdaipur $14Mumbai $29
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomUdaipur $28Mumbai $58
Compare Hotels in Udaipur and Mumbai
Looking for a hotel in Udaipur or Mumbai? 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: Udaipur Hotel Prices and Mumbai Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Udaipur $6.18Mumbai $6.42
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Udaipur
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Udaipur:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$0.42
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Udaipur
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Udaipur:
- Private Transfer from Udaipur to Jodhpur with Kumbhalgarh and Ranakpur: $213
- One Way Udaipur To Delhi Transfer: $162
- Private One Way Transfer From Udaipur To Delhi: $157
- Jagmandir Island And Sunset Boat Ride On Lake Pichola, Udaipur Without Transfers: $134
- From Jaisalmer : Private One Way Udaipur Transfer in AC Car: $134
- Private Transfer From Udaipur to Jaipur: $125
- Private Transfer From Udaipur To Ranthambore: $119
- One Way Transfer From Udaipur To Jodhpur With Kumbhalgarh Fort: $113
- Private A/c Transfer Udaipur To Mount Abu ( 6 Seat A/c Suv ): $107
- Private Transfer From Udaipur To Jaisalmer Via Ranakpur Jain Temple: $101
- One way City Transfer To/From Udaipur and Jaipur: $100
- Kumbhalgarh Fort & Ranakpur Tour With One Way Transfer From Udaipur To Jodhpur: $99
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mumbai
Also for Mumbai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer: Mumbai Airport BOM to Mumbai by Business Car: $62
- Arrival Transfer: Mumbai Airport BOM to Mumbai by Luxury Van: $96
- Departure Private Transfers: Mumbai City to Mumbai Airport BOM in Business Car: $62
- Luxury Mumbai Package with Hotel,Private Airport Transfers and Sightseeing Tour: $270
- Mumbai - private departure transfer from Hotel to Airport: $39
- Mumbai After Dark: Private Night Tour with AC Transfers: $25
- Mumbai Airport (BOM) to Mumbai - Arrival Private Transfer: $38
- Mumbai Airport BOM Private Transfer to Mumbai City Central/Hotels: $24
- Mumbai Airport Private Arrival Transfers: $20
- Mumbai Airport Transfer: $12
- Mumbai Airport Transfer in Private Vehicle: $26
- Mumbai Airport Transfer to and from Hotel: $31
Is it cheaper to fly into Udaipur or Mumbai?
Prices for flights to both Mumbai and Udaipur 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 dayUdaipur $17Mumbai $38
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Udaipur
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Udaipur.
- Durga Cooking Class: $15
- Jag Mandir Island Dinner with Boat Ride transfers: $113
- Dinner at Jag Mandir Island with Boat Ride on Lake Pichola - Udaipur: $235
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mumbai
For Mumbai, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Mumbai Food Tour — 178 Years of Bombay on a Plate: $14
- Virtual Authentic Indian Tea and Paratha Cooking Class: $14
- Private Street Food Tour with Mumbai Sightseeing Tour including AC vehicles: $19
- Small Group Authentic Mumbai Virtual Cooking Class with Dessert: $20
- Vegetarian Indian Cuisine Virtual Cooking Class Experience from Mumbai: $20
- Mumbai Food Tour: $20
- Indian cusine demonstration cum hands on with Hi Tea / Dinner at a Family home: $29
- Indian cusine demonstration cum hands on with Hi Tea / Dinner at a Family home: $29
- Mumbai's Curry Cooking Class: Veg, Non-Veg: $32
- Experience Mumbai Street Food Tour: $36
- Mumbai Street Food Tour: $39
- Bombay Express Mumbai Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $45
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Udaipur $6.26Mumbai $2.32
Typical Entertainment Prices in Udaipur
Here are a few typical costs in Udaipur for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Palace Entrance Fee$1.04
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Lake Boat Tour$2.09
Tours and Activities in Udaipur
Here are a few actual costs in Udaipur for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2 Days Private Udaipur Sightseeing Tour with City Highlights: $225
- 3 Days Private Udaipur City Tour With Kumbhalgarh Fort & Ranakpur Jain Temple: $125
- 3 Night 4 Days Udaipur And Jodhpur Tour: $135
- 3-Day Udaipur to Jodhpur Tour via Kumbhalgarh & Ranakpur: $120
- 4 Night 5 Days Udaipur And Jodhpur Tour: $155
- 6 Night 7 Days Udaipur,Jodhpur & Jaisalmer Tour From Udaipur: $275
- 7 - Days Jaisalmer, Jodhpur and Udaipur Tour: $704
- 8-Day Private Rajasthan Tour: Jaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Udaipur: $256
- A Bicycle Tour of the Countryside Surrounding Udaipur: $246
- Agra: Baby Taj and Mehtab Bagh Sunset Viewpoint Tour: $14
- Arawali Hiking Experience: $40
- Bahubali Electric Cycle Tour: $45
Tours and Activities in Mumbai
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Mumbai.
- Private Mumbai City Tour + Dharavi Slum Slumdog Millionaire Tour: $4.29
- Dharavi Slum tour in Mumbai by local resident: $4.29
- Mumbai's Historical Architecture: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.00
- Mumbai Self-Guided Walking City Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $5.00
- Mumbai Malabar Self-Guided Walking City Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $5.00
- Audio Guided Walking Tour on HopOn India App – From Gateway to Fountain, Mumbai: $5.32
- Elephanta Caves Audio Guided Walking Tour, Mumbai on HopOn India App: $5.34
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal Sunrise, Baby Taj & Agra Fort Day Tour: $5.64
- Audio Guided Tour of Matunga & Dadar Parsi Colony, Mumbai: $6.14
- Dharavi Slum Tour in Untold Stories with Local Guide: $6.44
- Best Slum Tour Dharavi Small Group with a Local: $6.98
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal & Agra City Tour with Fatehpur Sikri: $7.10
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayUdaipur $7.79Mumbai $3.22
Sample the Local Flavors in Udaipur
Also in Udaipur, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl Udaipur: $34
Sample the Local Flavors in Mumbai
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Mumbai:
- Bombay Party (Bar Crawl): $25
- Sula Vineyards Wine Tasting Day Trip from Mumbai by Train or Car: $131
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Udaipur and Mumbai, we can see that Mumbai is more expensive. And not only is Udaipur much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Udaipur would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Udaipur 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 Mumbai would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Mumbai than you might in Udaipur.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Udaipur Expensive? and Is Mumbai Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Udaipur or Mumbai?
Mumbai has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Udaipur. When comparing the sizes of Udaipur and Mumbai, 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.
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