Which place is cheaper, Mysore 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 Mysore?
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 Mysore. 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 Mysore?
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.
Mysore
Also known as Mysuru, Mysore is the state of Karnataka's second biggest city behind Bangalore (also called Bengaluru) in southern India. Its landmark attraction is the Mysore Palace, though it also features memorable temples, markets, and a renowned annual festival in September-October.
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 $39Mysore $38
The average daily cost (per person) in Uttar Pradesh is $39, while the average daily cost in Mysore is $38. 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 Mysore in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personUttar Pradesh $14Mysore $13
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomUttar Pradesh $28Mysore $26
Compare Hotels in Uttar Pradesh and Mysore
Looking for a hotel in Uttar Pradesh or Mysore? 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: Mysore Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Uttar Pradesh $6.94Mysore $7.08
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: $49
- Vrindavan to Delhi private transfer: $28
- Varanasi: Sarnath Tour with Guide & Car Including Hotel transfers: $70
- Varanasi hotel to Bodhgaya hotel private transfer: $135
- Varanasi Airport to Varanasi Hotels drop: Private Transfers: $33
- 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 From Agra Hotel To Agra Airport and vice versa: $22
- Transfer Agra To Jaipur By Ac Car With Fatehpur sikari.: $85
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mysore
Also for Mysore, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Mysore to Bangalore Airport: $34
Is it cheaper to fly into Uttar Pradesh or Mysore?
Prices for flights to both Mysore 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 $18Mysore $18
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Uttar Pradesh
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Uttar Pradesh.
- Dine In Indian, home cooked food Agra Food tour My Magic Kitchen: $20
- Agra Local Arts and Crafts and Food Tours with Guide: $20
- Private Indian Cooking Demonstration and In-Home Meal Minutes from the Taj Mahal: $33
- Watch Bollywood Movie with Dinner in Agra: $35
- Indian Home Visit Cooking Demo: $38
- Seth Gali Bazaar Walk with Lavish on table barbecue dinner: $38
- Cooking Demonstration + Meals and interaction Workshop: $38
- Cooking Class with Sona: $39
- Authentic Indian Family Cooking Class in Agra: $40
- Dinner at Agra with local Indian family: $40
- Varanasi: Private Food Tour with Ganga Aarti Ceremony: $42
- Agra Food Tour - A walking buffet: $43
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Uttar Pradesh $10Mysore $8.25
Tours and Activities in Uttar Pradesh
Here are a few actual costs in Uttar Pradesh for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 03 Day Spiritual Tour: Kashi Vishwanath,Ganga Aarti Sarnath”: $271
- 06 Hours Agra City Tour - Private: $75
- 08 Hours : Private - Full Day City Tour Of Delhi: $53
- 08 Hours : Private Full Day City Tour of Jaipur: $90
- 1 Day Agra and 1 Day Jaipur Private Tour from Agra: $202
- 1 Day Private Tour of Agra - Taj Mahal & More: $35
- 11 - Hours Agra Tour: Sunrise and Sunset of Taj Mahal from Delhi.: $100
- 2 Day Private Bodhgaya Tour From Varanasi: $189
- 2 Day: Jaipur Tour from Agra with 5 Star Hotel & Drop at Delhi: $216
- 2 Days Jaipur City Tour from Agra: $85
- 2 Days Private Taj Mahal Sunrise and Agra Overnight Tour: $239
- 2 Days Private Taj Mahal and Agra Tour by Car: $174
Tours and Activities in Mysore
For Mysore, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Mysore City Bike Tour Morning 3.5 Hours: Mysore By Cycle: $11
- Banglore: Mysore Palace Guided Tour with Entry Ticket: $18
- Mysuru Dasara Walking Tour: $23
- Mysore Walking Tour - Stories, Culture and Food galore!: $30
- Private Full-Day Sightseeing Tour of the City: $40
- Mysore Tuk-Tuk Tours: $45
- Mysore By Cycle Cultural and Heritage Bike Tour: $45
- Immersive walk in Mysore by tourism ministry approved company: $50
- Palace, Art Gallery & Devaraja Market Walking Tour: $51
- Unique In-Home Dining Experience in Mysore with a Local: $66
- Nature Trails of Mysore (Guided Half Day City Sightseeing Tour): $73
- Palaces, Markets & UNESCO Somanathapura Temple Tour: $78
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayUttar Pradesh $5.69Mysore $8.45
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
When comparing the travel costs between Uttar Pradesh and Mysore, we can see that Uttar Pradesh is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
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 Mysore Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Uttar Pradesh or Mysore?
Uttar Pradesh has a larger population, and is about 190 times larger than the population of Mysore. When comparing the sizes of Uttar Pradesh and Mysore, 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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