Which place is cheaper, Johor Bahru or Vilnius?
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 Vilnius or Johor Bahru?
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 Vilnius and Johor Bahru. 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: Vilnius or Johor Bahru?
Vilnius
Vilnius is the capital and largest city in the country of Lithuania. It has a population of more than 500,000 residents and is located in the valley between the Neris River and the Vilnia River in the southeastern part of the country. Visitors come to the city for its beautiful Old Town, impressive architecture, and fascinating culture. In 2009 it was named the European Capital of Culture along with the city of Linz, in Austria.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vilnius, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Lithuania, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Malaysia, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Malaysia.
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Vilnius Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVilnius €117Johor Bahru €57
The average daily cost (per person) in Vilnius is €117, while the average daily cost in Johor Bahru is €57. 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 Vilnius and Johor Bahru in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVilnius €41Johor Bahru €36
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVilnius €82Johor Bahru €72
Compare Hotels in Vilnius and Johor Bahru
Looking for a hotel in Vilnius 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: Vilnius Hotel Prices and Johor Bahru Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Vilnius €7.26Johor Bahru €11
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Vilnius
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Vilnius:
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Train to Airport€0.80
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vilnius
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vilnius:
- Trakai Tour with Audio Guide and Minibus Transfers: $35
- Vilnius Airport Private Transfer: $42
- VNO Airport to City Centre|Hotels Private Transfer: $48
- Vilnius Private 1-Way Airport Transfer: $69
- CO2-Offset Arrival Transfer from Vilnius VNO Airport to Vilnius: $101
- Hot air balloon flight Vilnius, Trakai with Transfer & Shampagne: $203
- Premium Hot Air Balloon Flight Over Trakai (transfer included): $209
- Jewish Heritage Sites Private Tour with Transfer: $230
- Private Transfer: from Vilnius to Klaipeda via Trakai Castle: $279
- Hot Air Balloon Ride with Hotel Transfer: $288
- From Private Transfer to Riga with Sightseeing: $448
- From Suburbs Hot Air Balloon Ride w/ Hotel Transfer: $749
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Johor Bahru
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Johor Bahru:
- ~Chauffeur: Johor Bahru to Singapore Van Transfer: $39
- Chauffeur: Johor Bahru to Malacca Transfer [Van]: $58
- Chauffeur: Johor Bahru to Kuala Lumpur Transfer [Van]: $74
- Malaysia：Senai International Airport（JHB）One-Way Transfer: $80
- ~Chauffeur: Johor Bahru to Singapore MPV Transfer: $101
- Johor Bahru to Kuala Lumpur City 1-way Transfer: $103
- Private Transfer from Johor Bahru City Center to Singapore Hotels: $103
- Johor Bahru City to Kuala Lumpur City One-way Transfer: $105
- LEGOLAND Malaysia to Kuala Lumpur City One-way Transfer: $105
- LEGOLAND Malaysia to Kuala Lumpur International Airport One-way Transfer: $105
- Johor Bahru City to Kuala Lumpur International Airport One-way Transfer: $105
- Chauffeur: Johor Bahru to Fraser's Hill Transfer [Van]: $106
Is it cheaper to fly into Vilnius or Johor Bahru?
Prices for flights to both Johor Bahru and Vilnius 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 dayVilnius €63Johor Bahru €14
Typical Food Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of dining costs in Vilnius are as follows:
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Dinner for Two€13
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vilnius
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vilnius.
- Traditional Lithuanian Cooking Class with Locals: $114
- Zeppelin Cooking Class: $118
- Cooking Class in Vilnius: $118
- Lithuanian Cooking Class in the city center: $179
- Folk Show and Lithuanian Traditional Dinner: $980
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Vilnius €9.57Johor Bahru €6.96
Typical Entertainment Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Vilnius are as follows:
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Walking Tour€5.79
Tours and Activities in Vilnius
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vilnius are as follows:
- Vilnius Self-Guided Audio Experience: $6.00
- Secrets of Old Vilnius Smartphone App GPS Audio Walking Tour: $7.50
- History Loop with Audio and Quiz at Vilnius Self-Guided Tour: $8.34
- Iron Wolf to Gate of Dawn Self Guided Tour of Vilnius: $8.99
- Audio Tour of the South Part of the Vilnius Old Town: $10
- Self-Guided Audio Tour of Vilnius Old Town Core: $11
- Audio Tour of Vilnius Old Town Core: $12
- Live guide tour via WhatsApp - Vilnius Ghetto: $12
- Vilnius Walking Tour Pagans and Pioneers: $12
- Presidential Palace Guided Tour in Vilnius: $13
- Audio Tour of Vilnius Old Town Core and the South Part 2in1: $14
- Discover Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
Tours and Activities in Johor Bahru
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Johor Bahru are as follows:
- Sentosa Magical Island Adventure Pass: $6.32
- Firefly Tour Johor Bahru@Kota Tinggi Firefly Park: $6.60
- Brooklyn Cruise at Puteri Harbour: $11
- Wings of Time Admission Ticket: $14
- Singapore: Wings of Time Show Entry Ticket: $17
- Malaysia: Johor Adventure Waterpark Desaru Coast Entry Ticket: $19
- Adventure Waterpark Ticket Desaru Coast: $19
- Causeway Tour: $20
- Johor: LEGOLAND Malaysia Resort Entry Ticket: $21
- Singapore Sentosa Cable Car Sky Pass E-Tickets: $21
- Legoland Malaysia Admission Ticket (All Rides & Attractions): $25
- Legoland Malaysia Theme Park E-Tickets: $25
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVilnius €6.08Johor Bahru €4.54
Typical Alcohol Prices in Vilnius
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Vilnius from other travelers:
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Beer€4.34
Sample the Local Flavors in Vilnius
Also in Vilnius, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Vilnius Private Pub & Bar Crawl Tour & Hidden Gems: $61
- Pub Crawl with Welcome Drink and Traditional Snacks: $91
- Wine Tasting Experience with Sommelier: $444
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Vilnius and Johor Bahru, we can see that Vilnius is more expensive. And not only is Johor Bahru much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Vilnius 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 Vilnius would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Vilnius 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 Vilnius Expensive? and Is Johor Bahru Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Vilnius or Johor Bahru?
Johor Bahru has a larger population, and is about 48% larger than the population of Vilnius. When comparing the sizes of Vilnius 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.