Which place is cheaper, Bangalore or Uttar Pradesh?
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 Uttar Pradesh or Bangalore?
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 Uttar Pradesh and Bangalore. 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: Uttar Pradesh or Bangalore?
Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh is a state in the northern plains region of India. The vast region has an ancient and interesting history which has even been said to have inspired two great epics of India, the Ramayana and Mahabharata. It is most famous for the Taj Mahal, located in Agra - the tourist capital of the region.
Bangalore
Bangalore is the capital city of the state of Karnataka, in India. It's also India's third largest city with a population of about 8.5 million. It's considered one of the most liveable cities in the country and was historically known for its many gardens and lush green spaces. Today those areas are all but gone, having given way to the growing population and sprawling metropolises. Bangalore is also the information technology hub of the country and is sometimes referred to as India's Silicon Valley.
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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Uttar Pradesh Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayUttar Pradesh $39Bangalore $47
The average daily cost (per person) in Uttar Pradesh is $39, while the average daily cost in Bangalore 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 Uttar Pradesh and Bangalore in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personUttar Pradesh $14Bangalore $18
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomUttar Pradesh $28Bangalore $36
Compare Hotels in Uttar Pradesh and Bangalore
Looking for a hotel in Uttar Pradesh or Bangalore? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Uttar Pradesh $6.90Bangalore $8.54
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Uttar Pradesh
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Uttar Pradesh:
- Wildlife SOS Visit with One Way Transfer from Agra to Delhi: $48
- Varanasi: Sarnath Tour with Guide & Car Including Hotel transfers: $69
- Varanasi Hotels to Varanasi Airport drop: Private Transfers: $11
- Varanasi Airport to Varanasi Hotels drop: Private Transfers: $11
- Transfer from Delhi to Jaipur with Tajmahal sight seeing: $187
- Transfer from Agra to Jaipur via Fatehpur Shikri and Abhaneri: $93
- Transfer from Agra to Jaipur by Private Car: $91
- Transfer from Agra to Jaipur: $90
- Transfer from Agra to Delhi Airport: $70
- Transfer Agra to Jaipur Via Fatehpur Sikri & Stepwell: $60
- Transfer Agra to Delhi by Private AC Car: $75
- Transfer Agra To Jaipur By Ac Car With Fatehpur sikari.: $85
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bangalore
Also for Bangalore, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bangalore Airport (BLR) Private Transfer to Bangalore City/Hotels: $32
- Bangalore to Chennai Private Transfers: $135
- Mysore City Private Day Tour with Transfers: $67
- Bengaluru Airport (BLR) to Bengaluru Round-Trip Transfer: $73
- Bengaluru City to Bengaluru Kempegowda Airport (BLR)- Departure Private Transfer: $40
- Bengaluru Kempegowda Airport (BLR) to Bengaluru Arrival Transfer: $36
- Private Arrival Transfer: Bengaluru International Airport to Bangalore Hotels: $84
- Private Departure Transfer from City Hotel to Bengaluru Airport - 10PM to 6AM: $52
- Private Transfer from Bangalore to Puttaparthi-Safe & Comfortable: $120
- Wild Life Jeep Safari Tour at Bannerghatta with Private Transfer: $70
Is it cheaper to fly into Uttar Pradesh or Bangalore?
Prices for flights to both Bangalore and Uttar Pradesh 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 dayUttar Pradesh $18Bangalore $19
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Uttar Pradesh
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Uttar Pradesh.
- Agra's Tea demonstration & Food Tour: $15
- Agra Cooking Classes (Pick up and Drop available): $18
- Dine In Indian, home cooked food Agra Food tour My Magic Kitchen: $19
- Agra Heritage Walk with Food Tour: $20
- Agra's best cooking classes: $27
- Cooking Class with Sona: $29
- Agra Street Food Tour and Sadar Bazar Walking Tour: $30
- Private Indian Cooking Demonstration and In-Home Meal Minutes from the Taj Mahal: $33
- Seth Gali Bazaar Walk with Lavish on table barbecue dinner: $38
- Story of Spices- A Food Tour of Agra: $40
- Half-Day Varanasi Village Tour with Cooking Class & Local Dining: $40
- Dinner at Agra with local Indian family: $40
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bangalore
For Bangalore, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Pop-Up Dinner in Bangalore with Focus on Sustainable Food: $22
- Traditional Cooking Classes & Dinner with Chef Family: $44
- Discover Bangalore's Cuisine: Private Half-Day Cooking Experience: $60
- Cook, Dine & Connect: Indian Home Cooking in Bengaluru: $70
- Private South Indian Cooking Class in Bangalore with a Local: $78
- Doctor led Bengaluru Food Tour Discover Authentic Local Cuisine: $92
- Private Bengaluru Food Walking Tour with Dinner: $99
- Cooking experience in Bangalore, a half day tour: $115
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Uttar Pradesh $10Bangalore $9.65
Tours and Activities in Uttar Pradesh
Here are a few actual costs in Uttar Pradesh for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- "Taj Mahal Ticket & Guide: $14
- 03 Day Spiritual Tour: Kashi Vishwanath,Ganga Aarti Sarnath”: $269
- 06 Hours Agra City Tour - Private: $74
- 08 Hours : Private - Full Day City Tour Of Delhi: $53
- 08 Hours : Private Full Day City Tour of Jaipur: $90
- 1 Day Private Tour of Agra - Taj Mahal & More: $35
- 1 Day Taj Mahal Sunrise Tour from Agra with Fatehpur Sikri: $90
- 10 Days Royal Rajasthan Tour – Palaces, Forts and Culture: $820
- 11-Hour Agra Day Tour : Sunrise and Sunset of Taj Mahal: $69
- 2 Day Golden Triangle Private Tour From Agra: $205
- 2 Day Private Bodhgaya Tour From Varanasi: $189
- 2 Day Private Mystical Varanasi Tour: $43
Tours and Activities in Bangalore
For Bangalore, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Bangalore Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $5.00
- Bangalore Heritage and Cultural Walking Tour: $12
- Food Walk Tour Bangalore: $22
- Bangalore Private Walking Tour Tipu Sultan Fort: $30
- Bangalore Heritage Walking Tour through Gavipuram: $30
- Bangalore Private Tour: $35
- Experience Bangalore Evening City Walk Tour and Market Visit: $43
- Authentic Shopping Experience in Bangalore for Souvenirs & Gifts: $48
- Sunshine Bangalore day tour, Lal Bagh & Tipu Sultan Fort: $49
- The story of Tipu Sultan, an immersive walking tour in Bangalore: $50
- Filter Kaapi: A food walk by tourism ministry approved company: $50
- From Same Day Taj Mahal Agra Tour with Flights: $53
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayUttar Pradesh $5.65Bangalore $7.99
Sample the Local Flavors in Uttar Pradesh
Also in Uttar Pradesh, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl Lucknow: $35
Sample the Local Flavors in Bangalore
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Bangalore:
- Pub Crawl in Bengaluru - A lovely private evening experience with a local: $34
- Bangalore The Original Pub Crawl Tour: $50
- Brews of Bengaluru- Pub Crawl: $95
- Bangalore Wine Trails: Grover Zampa Vineyard & Wine Tasting: $161
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Uttar Pradesh and Bangalore, we can see that Bangalore is more expensive. And not only is Uttar Pradesh much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Uttar Pradesh would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Uttar Pradesh 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 Bangalore would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bangalore than you might in Uttar Pradesh.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Uttar Pradesh Expensive? and Is Bangalore Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Uttar Pradesh or Bangalore?
Uttar Pradesh has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Bangalore. When comparing the sizes of Uttar Pradesh and Bangalore, 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.